Jemithang, Jan 8: The majestic 73-feet high mast National Flag soared high in the sky, gracing the pious premises of Gorsam Chorten at Jemithang, the first administrative centre towards Indo Tibet border in Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh. The historic ceremony was attended by more than 200 locals and Indian Army personnel. The function was organized jointly by the Indian Army, civil administration and monks of the Chorten.
This tri-colour not only added to the grandeur of Gorsam Chorten, but also presents a picturesque view in the area, the Jemithang Valley, close to the India-Tibet and India-Bhutan border in Tawang district. The initiative of the Tezpur based Gajraj Corps was executed on the ground by the Ball of Fire Division of the Indian Army, in pursuance to overall national vision towards Border Area Development, aptly supported by Flag Foundation of India in right earnest. This happens to be the second high mast flag, hoisted in Tawang sector in the last one year, the previous one, having been installed at the strategic Bum La in January last year. The prestigious High Mast Tri-colour, besides being a national monument & insignia of pride, has added to the grandeur & tourist potential of the area, especially near the border. Amongst many other Border Area Development initiatives, this remains a key project for future, with more such high mast flags planned at other locations in 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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