As a tribute to the valour and sacrifices of the heroes of the Kargil War, the Indian Army has commenced a Pan-India Motorcycle Expedition, marking the 25th anniversary of India’s victory over Pakistan in 1999. This journey serves to showcase the significant contributions and honour the legacy of our brave soldiers.
Three teams, each consisting of eight motorcyclists, have embarked on this historic journey from different corners of the country: Dinjan in the East, Dwarka in the West, and Dhanushkodi in the South. These riders will traverse diverse terrains and challenging routes, symbolizing the unity and resilience of the Armed Forces. Along the way, they will connect with Kargil War heroes, veterans, and Veer Naris, paying homage at war memorials, raising awareness, and encouraging youth to join the Indian Army.
The Eastern Route covers 2,489 kilometers from Dinjan to Delhi, passing through Jorhat, Guwahati, Binaguri, Katihar, Danapur, Gorakhpur, Lucknow, and Agra. The Western Route spans 1,565 kilometers from Dwarka to Delhi via Dhrangadhra, Ahmedabad, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Jaipur, and Alwar. The Southern Route, covering 2,963 kilometers, travels from Dhanushkodi to Delhi through Madurai, Coimbatore, Bengaluru, Anantapur, Hyderabad, Nagpur, Bhopal, Gwalior, and Alwar.
The teams will converge in Delhi on June 26, and then proceed along two different routes to Dras: one through Ambala, Amritsar, Jammu, Udhampur, and Srinagar covering 1,085 kilometers, and the other via Chandimandir, Manali, Sarchu, Nyoma, Tangtse, and Leh covering 1,509 kilometers. The expedition will culminate at Gun Hill in Dras, a site of strategic importance during the Kargil War.
Flag-off and flag-in ceremonies will be held at prominent locations, attended by senior military officials, veterans, Veer Naris, and distinguished guests, who will felicitate and encourage the riders. The expedition, led by the Regiment of Artillery, not only pays tribute to the Kargil heroes but also symbolizes the enduring spirit of the Indian Army, carrying with its stories of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism.