MoD’s first Divyangjan expedition: Flagged off in Delhi by Additional Secretary MoD.

GNS ONLINE NEWS PORTAL

SHYAM SOOD

==1st mission to hoist India’s largest flag atop Africa’s highest peak Kilimanjaro.

RAJOURI JULY 30:–The first Divyangjan Expedition team will create history by hoisting the largest Indian flag atop the Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa.
To commemorate 78th Independence Day, a 7,800-square foot national flag will be displayed during the expedition showcasing India’s pride and unity.
Additional Secretary Ministry of Defence (MoD), Dipti Mohil Chawia on Tuesday flagged off the expedition in New Delhi.
The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI), Darjeeling under the aegis of the Ministry of Defence, is undertaking a Divyangjan expedition from Kanchenjunga National Park to Mt. Kilimanjaro, the highest peak of the African continent during August 2 to 20.
The expedition team includes Uday Kumar, a Divyangjan with 91% above-knee amputee; Air Warrior and Principal, HMI Gp, Capt Jai Kishan; Capt Shruti S. Chanaveeragoudra; Sub Mahendra Kumar Yadav; Pawel Sharma, and Ms. Sulaxchana Tamang.
Uday Kumar has already climbed Mt. Rthenock (16,500ft) in the Kanchenjunga National Park, West Sikkim, setting an inspiring precedent for the upcoming challenges.
Uday Kumar has already climbed Mt. Rthenock (16,500ft) in the Kanchenjunga National Park, West Sikkim, setting an inspiring precedent for the upcoming challenges.
“This expedition is a testament to the strength, determination and unity of the Indian people,” said MoD.
It aims to inspire the youth, Divyangjan and underprivileged people to pursue their dreams, no matter how daunting they may seem.