Rajnath Singh visits Siachen; reviews military preparedness

Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Monday paid a visit to Siachen, the world's highest battleground. His visit to Siachen came a week after the Indian Army celebrated 40th anniversary of its presence in the strategically important territory. (Image credit: PTI)

According to officials, the defence minister and Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande evaluated the region's overall security situation. Singh also interacted with soldiers stationed in Siachen. (Image credit: PTI)

Appreciating the valour of soldiers stationed at Siachen, the defence minister said, "I congratulate you for the way you protect the country at the world's highest battlefield, Siachen Glacier. The land of Siachen is not an ordinary land. It is a symbol of the country's sovereignty and perseverance. It represents our national determination." (Image credit: PTI)

Terming Siachen as India's "capital of valour", Rajnath Singh said, "Our national capital is Delhi, Mumbai is our economic capital, and our technological capital is Bengaluru. Siachen is India's capital of valour and bravery." (Image credit: PTI)

In April 1984, the Indian Army seized full control over the Siachen Glacier through 'Operation Meghdoot'. It is a strategically important region for India, located in the eastern Karakoram range of the Himalayas and is widely regarded as the world's highest battleground. (Image credit: PTI)