NEW DELHI: Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday celebrated Holi with military troops in Leh. He was earlier alleged to go to Siachen, nonetheless, his plans have been modified on account of harsh climate circumstances on the world’s highest battleground.

After celebrating Holi at Leh Military Station, Singh mentioned that Ladakh is the capital of bravery. “The land of Ladakh is not common.

It is the land of Siachen, Kargil, Bharat Mata. Ladakh represents national determination. We know that our political capital is Delhi, our economic capital is Mumbai and our technological capital is Bengaluru, similarly, Ladakh is the capital of bravery and prowess.”

The defence minister’s resolution to shift the celebration to Leh highlights the challenges confronted by troops in such demanding terrains and emphasizes the significance of their service.
Siachen Glacier, close to the India-Pakistan Line of Control, is thought for being India’s largest glacier and the world’s second-largest.