INTERNATIONAL DESK: As part of the celebrations to mark the 75 years of Independence, the Indian Army hoisted the tallest national flag in Jammu and Kashmir’s Gulmarg, a famous tourist destination of the valley, on Tuesday.
The ceremony was presided over by Lt. Gen. Y.K. Joshi, Army Commander Northern Command. He also honoured the next of kin of soldiers who had made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of the nation.
The Army Commander also felicitated certain members of the civil society who have contributed immensely towards nation building through various endeavours.
“The 100 feet high Indian flag symbolises the beginning of a new era of peace and patriotism in Kashmir. The project has been jointly executed by the Indian army and Solar Industries Pvt Ltd. Foundation stone of the project was laid on February 7, 2021, and the flag dedicated to the nation on August 10, 2021,” read a statement of Indian Army.
After the flag hoisting ceremony, the army accorded honour to the flag by saluting it.
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