Tawang, Oct 23: A motorcycle rally from Tawang War Memorial to Bumla Pass was organised today as a heartfelt tribute to the martyrs of the 1962 Indo-Sino War. A special homage was paid to Param Yodha Subedar Joginder Singh, PVC, on his Shaheed Diwas — marking the first-ever such tribute on the occasion of his martyrdom, initiated by MLA Tawang Namgey Tsering on behalf of the people of Tawang, in collaboration with the District Administration, Tawang, and the Tawang Brigade of the Indian Army.
The rally was flagged off by DC Tawang  Namgyal Angmo and the Deputy Commander, Tawang Brigade. MLA Namgey Tsering himself led the rally, riding a motorcycle from Tawang War Memorial to Bumla Pass (15,200 ft) and back to Tawang.
Earlier in the day, the MLA laid a wreath at the Tawang War Memorial and offered floral tributes at the memorial of Subedar Joginder Singh, PVC. En route to Bumla, the rally made a stop at Tongpen La, where a solemn homage was paid at the memorial of Subedar Joginder Singh. The ceremony included a Guard of Honour by the Bumla Battalion of the Indian Army.
Addressing the participants, tourists, and Army personnel at Tongpen La, the MLA expressed heartfelt gratitude to the fallen heroes, stating:
“On behalf of the people of Tawang, I pay my deepest tribute to Subedar Joginder Singh and all the brave soldiers who laid down their lives defending Tawang in 1962. It is unimaginable to think of their courage—fighting in snow-covered mountains, against a far larger and better-equipped enemy, yet standing firm in their duty to protect our motherland.”
He further extended his appreciation to all ranks of the Tawang Brigade, paramilitary forces, and other security agencies for their dedicated service in safeguarding Tawang. The MLA also appealed to the youth to remember the sacrifices of these real-life heroes and draw inspiration from their valor to serve the nation.
Upon reaching Bumla Pass, MLA Namgey Tsering offered his tribute at the heap of stones, a symbolic memorial site, before returning with the riders to Tawang.
The rally successfully covered the challenging route up to 15,200 feet at Bumla Pass and back to Tawang.

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Kenter Joya Riba

(Managing Editor)
      She is a graduate in Science with post graduation in Sociology from University of Pune. She has been in the media industry for nearly a decade. Before turning to print business, she has been associated with radio and television.
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