Wheels of Courage: Eastern Command's Triumph Ride

The Eastern Command of the Indian Army concluded its motorcycle expedition, 'Ride for Valour', in Kolkata. This commemorative rally honored India's victory in the 1971 war against Pakistan and involved riders traveling over 1,350 kilometers. The rally's culmination marks the start of the Vijay Diwas celebrations.

A motorcycle expedition named the 'Ride for Valour' recently concluded in Kolkata. Organized by the Army's Eastern Command, the rally commemorated India's historic win in the 1971 War against Pakistan.

Starting on November 25, participants from all Northeastern states gathered in Guwahati for the official December 1 kickoff. Covering over 1,350 kilometers, bikers traversed through strategic locations like Dimapur, Tezpur, and Shillong.

The journey included somber tributes to fallen soldiers with wreath-laying ceremonies at several war memorials. Seventy-one service and seventy-one civilian riders were part of this ceremonial event, culminating at Vijay Smarak.

(With inputs from agencies.)