Arunachal to develop 1962 Walong battlefield as tourist site

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein has stated that the sacrifices of the martyrs of the 1962 Battle of Walong will forever remain engraved in the nation’s collective memory, as he pledged to develop Walong into a major historical and tourism destination of the state.

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Leading the 63rd commemoration of the historic Battle of Walong in Anjaw district of the state Sunday, Mein recalled how 800 Indian soldiers held their ground for 27 days against nearly 4,000 enemy troops in the harsh terrain of Kibithoo, Namti, and the trijunction, an official statement said here Monday.

The deputy chief minister stated that the bravery and devotion of the Indian Army remain ‘one of the most valiant chapters’ in the country’s military history. He also acknowledged the unwavering support of the local community, calling their solidarity with the Army a ‘shining example of unity and national integration’.

Mein expressed deep gratitude to the families of the soldiers present at the event, honouring their resilience and sacrifice.