Jammu, November 18

The nation today remembered the gallant heroes of the Battle of Rezang La in eastern Ladakh. It has been recorded as the greatest battle ever fought in the annals of military battles.It was here, in November 1962, that bravehearts of ‘Charlie’ Company 13 KUMAON, under the leadership of Major Shaitan Singh, fought the enemy to the ‘Last Man, Last Round’. This unparalleled saga of valour and sacrifice, where every man died a hero, continues to inspire future generations of Indian soldiers.

Upholding the tradition of remembering and honouring our War Heroes, Chushul Brigade of the ‘Fire & Fury’ Corps commemorated the historic day with reverence. Lieutenant General Harinder Singh, General Officer Commanding, ‘Fire & Fury’ Corps, paid homage to the martyrs of Rezang La by visiting the battleground, where the epic battle was fought and paid respects to the fallen heroes.Thereafter, Lt Gen Harinder Singh laid a wreath at the Rezang La Memorial in honour of the brave men of ‘Charlie’ Company 13 KUMAON.

Senior military and civil dignitaries as well as veterans from the area were present during the wreath laying ceremony.