Defence Minister visits highest post along Indo-China border

Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday visited the highest post in Daulat Beg Oldie (DBO) sector and Chushul along the Indo-China border in the Eastern Ladakh. This was her first ever visit of defence minister to DBO sector and one of the highest posts in Eastern Ladakh along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

During her visit, Sitharaman was briefed on the operational preparedness in the forward Areas. “She was flown in an Army Aviation ALH helicopter. Lt Gen D Anbu, Army Commander Northern Command and Corps Commander of the Ladakh Corps accompanied her during the visit”, said Colonel Rajesh Kalia, defence spokesman at Srinagar.

Interacting with the troops the defence minister complimented them for their steadfastness and dedication despite the harsh climate and terrain. “Her visit has further boosted the morale of the troops deployed at these extremely difficult snow covered locations in Ladakh,” said Colonel Kalia.