PIONEER EDGE NEWS SERVICE/ Dehradun
The general officer commanding-in-chief ( GOC in C) of the Central Command, Indian Army Lieutenant General Anindya Sengupta flagged off the ‘Surya Green – Himalayan Odyssey’ Electric Vehicle expedition from Kasauli on Friday. In the expedition 10 Tata electric vehicles will traverse the border areas and remote locations of Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh over 11 days, covering 1,663 kilometres before culminating at the Hall of Fame, Leh on June 22.
The expedition is led by Major Aman Singh Yadav of the Golden Key Division and comprises 10 Indian Army personnel, five representatives from TATA EV and two digital content creators. The expedition route will traverse through the rugged landscapes of Spiti, Lahaul, Hanle, Chushul and Tangtse, negotiating some of the world’s highest motorable roads.
The expedition will pay homage at the Rezang La War Memorial, honouring the valour and supreme sacrifice of the soldiers of 13 Kumaon during the Battle of Rezang La in 1962. The team will also engage with local communities, youth and educational institutions across the mountainous region to promote environmental conservation and responsible mobility.
“The expedition is organised by the Golden Key Division under the aegis of Surya Command and aims to promote green and clean energy, foster national integration, strengthen military-civil relations and project the valour and dedication of Indian Army soldiers. It also seeks to inspire youth by showcasing adventure, resilience and the spirit of service to the nation. The expedition aligns with the Government of India’s vision of clean mobility and indigenous green technology adoption, while underscoring the Indian Army’s commitment to innovation and the preservation of the fragile Himalayan ecosystem,’’ a communique from the Army said.
