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In a heartbreaking incident close to Yakung village in Arunachal Pradesh's Anjaw district, a devastating road accident has resulted in the loss of four lives, including young children, while three others are in critical condition. Local officials have confirmed the identities of the deceased, and the injured are currently being treated at an Army facility.

Sixth battalion of Kumaon regiment (formerly 6/19 Hyderabad regiment) which has the recognition for wining and overpowering Chinese troops in the 1962 Indo- China war is presently stationed at Mhow cantonment. The battalion is celebrating diamond jubilee of walong day (China War). The battle held at walong sector on eastern front is among very few battles of 1962 war where Indian troops were able to register victory.

The Army on Tuesday kicked off month-long diamond jubilee celebrations of the Battle of walong, the only Indian counterattack in the war with China in 1962.

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu asserted India's sovereignty by holding a cabinet meeting in Kibithoo, the first village on the Indo-China border. This move, coupled with a 'Tiranga Yatra' in walong commemorating the 1962 war victory, directly responds to China's territorial claims. These events highlight the region's strategic importance and the unwavering support for Indian forces.

Prahlad Singh Deo was just 20 years old in November 1962 when he reached walong in the erstwhile North East Frontier Agency (NEFA) known today as Arunachal Pradesh.

The month-long diamond jubilee celebrations to commemorate the Battle of walong between the Indian Army and the Chinese PLA in 1962, culminated at walong in Anjaw district of Arunachal Pradesh on Wednesday.

The Indian Army is set to honour the valor of soldiers in the 1962 Battle of walong through a month-long series of events from 17 October to 14 November 2024, featuring adventure activities, medical camps, and the inauguration of the renovated walong War Memorial.

A group of 20 bikers has commenced an 8-day, 1000 km motorcycle expedition from Tawang to walong to honor the heroes of the 1962 Sino-India War. Flagged off by dignitaries, the ride aims to spread messages of peace and patriotism while paying tribute to fallen soldiers at various battle sites.

The IAF’s Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief Eastern Air Command, Air Marshal C Hari Kumar, inaugurated the restored walong ALG on Friday.

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy CM Chowna Mein announced plans to develop walong into a major historical and tourism hub. Initiatives include the annual Sunrise Festival, a war memorial museum, and improved connectivity. This commitment was made during the 63rd commemoration of the Battle of walong, honoring the bravery of 800 Indian soldiers.

A story of how the Indian army held back the Chinese at walong in Arunachal Pradesh for nearly three weeks in 1962, despite little resources

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy CM Chowna Mein flagged off the walong Cycling Expedition, commemorating the 63rd walong Day and honoring the courage of Indian soldiers. The expedition retraces routes of wartime valor, with the state government also planning a World War II museum to preserve the region's rich military history and boost tourism.

The Army on Thursday identified the skull and bones of a jawan found in Arunachal Pradesh recently to be that of Sepoy Karam Chand of the 4 Dogra Regiment.

A military station in Kibithu, a tiny town barely 15km from the China border in Arunachal Pradesh’s Anjaw district, and a 22km road leading to it have been renamed Gen Bipin Rawat Military Garrison and Gen Bipin Rawat Marg after India’s first Chief of Defence Staff who died in a helicopter

A military station in Kibithu, a tiny town barely 15km from the China border in Arunachal Pradesh's Anjaw district, and a 22km road leading to it have been renamed Gen Bipin Rawat Military Garrison and Gen Bipin Rawat Marg after India's first Chief of Defence Staff who died in a helicopter crash last year.

The white-bellied heron, a rare and elusive bird, was spotted at walong in the Anjaw district of Arunachal Pradesh, officials said on Saturday.

walong has great historical significance as it was here that the Indian Army's 11th Infantry Brigade stood against the Chinese invaders in the autumn of 1962.

Six Myanmarese nationals were apprehended in Anjaw district of Arunachal for illegally crossing into Indian territory. The arrests were made following a complaint lodged by Wenomso Tamai. The Myanmarese nationals were involved in illicit extraction of rare medicinal plants, herbs, and mushrooms.

The touring cyclists, including Ashish Agashe, Prashant Nanaware, Mitesh Bhuvad, Sachin Gawakar, Kedar Gogate, Mandar Karve and Dinanath Sawant, were accorded a warm welcome by students.

Mortal remains of sepoy Karam Chand of 4 Dogras who died while fighting Chinese aggressors in Arunachal Pradesh in 1962 were consigned to flames with full military honours in his native village near here this morning.

Union home minister Amit Shah will on Monday launch the ‘Vibrant Villages Programme’ (VVP) — a Rs 4,800-crore centrally-sponsored scheme aimed at integrated development of villages adjoining the Indo-China border — from Kibithoo, a border village in Anjaw of eastern Arunachal Pradesh. Kibithoo was also one of the theaters of the 1962 India-China war.

The army said Gen Rawat’s vision and foresight were instrumental in implementing infrastructure development and ensuring societal progress in the area. A gate built at the garrison in local architectural style was inaugurated by Arunachal governor Brig (retired) BD Mishra.