Chief Minister Pema Khandu flagged off ‘Op Arunoday’, a joint military-civil trekking expedition, from the historic Jaswantgarh War Memorial in Tawang district on Monday. The expedition is a collaborative effort between the Indian Army’s Gajraj Corps and the National Institute of Mountaineering and Adventure Sports (NIMAS). The initiative aims to open a new trekking route between Thingbu and Bajrang Peak (Pt 5583), promoting adventure tourism, bolstering military-civil cooperation, and generating sustainable livelihood opportunities for local border communities.
A solemn wreath-laying ceremony was held at the Jaswantgarh War Memorial, where tributes were paid to the brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. Before sending off the team, Khandu interacted with the expedition members and residents. The ‘Op Arunoday’ expedition reflects the shared commitment of the Indian Army, NIMAS, and the state government towards boosting tourism, improving connectivity, and supporting the holistic development of the state’s border areas.
