New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The Dras Thunder Motorcycle Rally was held from June 13-20, 2024, to commemorate Kargil Vijay Diwas Rajat Jayanti. The inspiring journey concluded with a grand flag-in ceremony at the Kargil War Memorial Dras. Lt Gen Rashim Bali, General Officer Commanding, 14 Corps, presided over the event, honouring the culmination of the rally.The Dras Thunder Motorcycle Rally was flagged off by Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi, VCOAS, on 13 June 13 from New Delhi. It aimed to spread messages of valour and sacrifices of soldiers as it traversed significant locations en route to the Kargil War Memorial.

During the course of the rally, the team conducted motivational talks at prominent educational institutions, including DAV College in Chandigarh, LPU Jalandhar, IIT Jammu, and APS Badami Bagh Cantt, Srinagar. These sessions were designed to inspire youth, instilling a sense of national pride and dedication. Additionally, the team met with Veer Naris and Next of Kin (NoK) in Dinanagar and Jammu, offering their respects and gratitude for the immense sacrifices made by the brave soldiers and their families.In his address, Lt Gen Rashim Bali commended the participants for their spirit and dedication, emphasising the importance of such events in fostering national unity and pride. The ceremony concluded with a wreath-laying at the Kargil War Memorial, paying homage to the fallen heroes.The Dras Thunder Motorcycle rally stands as a powerful testament to the indomitable spirit of the Indian Armed Forces and their unwavering commitment to the nation. (ANI)