In a devastating incident, five soldiers of the Indian Army lost their lives during a river-crossing exercise near the Line of Actual Control in Leh’s Daulat Beg Oldi area. The accident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, around 1 am, according to officials.
Among the deceased is a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO), reflecting the gravity of the loss. The soldiers were on a training mission, maneuvering their T-72 tank across the Bodhi River near Mandir Morh, approximately 148 kilometers from Leh. Suddenly, the water levels surged, submerging the tank and the soldiers within moments.
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Defense Minister Rajnath Singh expressed his condolences, stating, “Deeply saddened at the loss of lives of five of our brave Indian Army soldiers in an unfortunate accident while getting the tank across a river in Ladakh. We will never forget the exemplary service of our gallant soldiers to the nation. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. The nation stands firm with them during this hour of grief.”
Deeply saddened at the loss of lives of five of our brave Indian Army soldiers in an unfortunate accident while getting the tank across a river in Ladakh.
We will never forget exemplary service of our gallant soldiers to the nation. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved…
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) June 29, 2024
This tragic incident highlights the risks faced by military personnel during training and operations, emphasizing their dedication to national service. The nation mourns the loss of these brave souls and extends support to their grieving families.
