The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind inspecting the Guard of Honour at the presentation of the President’s Colours to all five Ladakh Scouts Battalions and Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre, in Leh on August 21, 2017.
The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind presented the President’s Colours to all five Ladakh Scouts Battalions and Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre, in Leh on August 21, 2017.
The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind addressing at the presentation of the President’s Colours to all five Ladakh Scouts Battalions and Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre, in Leh on August 21, 2017.
The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind unveiling the plaque to lay the foundation stone of the Buddha Park for World Peace, during his visit to the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre, in Leh on August 21, 2017. The Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Shri N.N. Vohra and other dignitaries are also seen.
The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind paying floral tributes at the Statue of Babasaheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, during his visit to the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre, in Leh on August 21, 2017.
The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind visiting the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre, in Leh on August 21, 2017.
The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind visiting the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre, in Leh on August 21, 2017.
The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind visiting the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre, in Leh on August 21, 2017.
The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind in a group photograph during his visit to the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre, in Leh on August 21, 2017. The Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Shri N.N. Vohra is also seen.
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Supreme service: President Ram Nath Kovind at the presentation of the Presidential Colours to the Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre in Ladakh on Monday. | Photo Credit:
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Confers Presidential Colours on Ladakh Scouts, asks soldier to uphold the honour of country
President Ram Nath Kovind awarded the Presidential Colours to Ladakh Scouts, and reminded the troops of their pledge to protect the sovereignty of the nation at any cost.
The Ladakh Scouts, or “Snow Warriors”, is a regiment of the Army stationed in Ladakh and serves as the first line of border defence. Dedicating his Leh visit — his first official trip outside Delhi — to the armed forces, Mr. Kovind said: “Being the Supreme Commander of the armed forces, this visit is dedicated to the soldiers.”
Mr. Kovind’s visit comes just a week after Indian and Chinese troops got into a scuffle following an attempt by the Chinese soldiers to cross the Line of Actual Control near the Pangong Lake.
Heroic battles
Recalling the heroic battles fought by the Ladakh Scouts in defending the country, Mr. Kovind said, “We have pledged to protect the sovereignty of our nation in all situations. I am sure we will fulfil this pledge at all costs and uphold the pride and honour of the country.”
Stating that the Ladakh Scouts was set up to thwart the Pakistani attack in 1947-48, he noted that the regiment had displayed exemplary courage and the spirit of sacrifice in fighting the Chinese in 1962, Pakistanis in 1971 and the Kargil war in 1999.
Presidential Colours is one of the greatest honours conferred upon a unit for their extraordinary service. “Posted in one of the most difficult climatic conditions and geographical locations, your bravery is bigger than your numbers,” he told the troops after inspecting an impressive parade at the Ladakh Regimental Centre.
Border review
The Chief of the Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat, participated.
General Rawat, who arrived in Leh on Sunday, would review border security against the backdrop of the tensions with China.
Earlier, on his arrival at the Leh airport, Mr. Kovind was received by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti and General Rawat.