On Tuesday, a few days before India’s independence, the Army hoisted the tallest national flag in Jammu and Kashmir. The 100-meter-high flag was hoisted in Gulmarg, a popular tourist site in the valley.
“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.
The ceremony was presided over by Lt General YK Joshi, Army Commander Northern Command. He also honoured the kin of deceased soldiers. He felicitated certain members of the civil society who contributed immensely towards nation building through various endeavors.
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(With inputs from ANI)
