LEH: In a heartfelt tribute, a wreath-laying ceremony was held in Leh district on Saturday, honoring the brave souls who lost their lives on duty. The incident involved an army truck that tragically strayed off its path and plummeted into a gorge near Kiari.
The 14 Corps, stationed in Leh and popularly recognized as the Fire and Fury Corps, shared on platform ‘X’ (previously known as Twitter), “With utmost respect and military honours, the Fire and Fury Corps Commander, alongside all ranks, remembered those who valiantly gave their lives in Ladakh on 19 August.”
It was earlier reported by an army officer that the squad was en route from the Karu garrison to Kyari near Leh when the mishap occurred.
Echoing the sentiment of the entire force, Army Chief General Manoj Pande conveyed deep sorrow over the unfortunate accident that took nine lives. The Indian Army’s official ‘X’ handle posted, “General Manoj Pande COAS, along with the entire Indian Army, mourns the untimely demise of nine Bravehearts in the Ladakh road tragedy, extending heartfelt condolences to their families.”
National leaders including President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh have also expressed their sorrow and offered condolences for the tragic loss.
