Shaurya Saarthi
AI Assistant
Hemis Festival is a grand and vibrant celebration held in June at Hemis Monastery in Leh, Ladakh, honoring Guru Padmasambhava, the founder of Tibetan Buddhism. The festival is marked by the famous Cham dance, where monks in elaborate masks and colorful robes perform sacred dances, depicting the victory of good over evil. The monastery comes alive with prayers, religious rituals, and the unfurling of a giant thangka (Buddhist tapestry) every 12 years. The air resonates with the sounds of cymbals, drums, and long horns, creating a mesmerizing spiritual atmosphere. Hemis Festival reflects Ladakh’s deep Buddhist heritage, drawing devotees and visitors into its rich cultural and religious traditions.
Sindhu Darshan Festival is a vibrant celebration held in June in Leh, Ladakh, honoring the sacred Indus River. This festival symbolizes unity, cultural harmony, and national pride, attracting pilgrims and tourists from across India. The event features traditional folk dances, musical performances, and prayers by Buddhist monks along the riverbanks. A highlight is the ceremonial offering of water from different rivers of India into the Indus, signifying unity in diversity. With its blend of spirituality, culture, and patriotism, Sindhu Darshan Festival fosters a deep connection to Ladakh’s heritage while promoting peace and togetherness.
Basant Panchami in Mana, Uttarakhand is a vibrant celebration marking the arrival of spring in India’s last village near the Indo-Tibetan border. Observed in February this year, this festival is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of wisdom, learning, and arts. The picturesque landscape of Mana comes alive with devotional prayers, traditional music, folk dances, and cultural performances.
Dosmoche Festival, held in February at Leh and Likir monasteries, is a key spiritual event in Ladakh. Known as the “Festival of Scapegoat”, it features elaborate mask dances by monks to ward off evil spirits and bring harmony. The festival includes intricate prayer rituals, colorful decorations, and a mystical atmosphere, making it a captivating experience for both locals and visitors alike.
The Indian Army's D5 Motorcycle Expedition, commemorating the 25th anniversary of India's 1999 Kargil War victory, was flagged off by the Chief of the Army Staff at the National War Memorial, New Delhi. The expedition began on June 12, 2024, from Dinjan, Dwarka, and Dhanushkodi, with three teams of eight motorcyclists traversing diverse terrains to reach Delhi.
On 11 December 1971, Indian Army paratroopers descended over East Pakistan, advancing Bangladesh's liberation. On 15 August 2021, Jaisalmer’s sky mirrored this, celebrating 75 years of Independence. The Indian Air Force organized a 'Tri-Services Skydive' at Chandan Range, Rajasthan, as part of ‘Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav’ commemorative activities.
The Indian Army's hosted a grand mega boat race at the Teesta-Mahananda Link Canal in Gajoldoba to commemorate 75 years of Indian Independence. Seventeen teams participated, including the Army, Air Force, CAPF, and NCC. This event featured martial arts performances by Kripan Division soldiers, was filled with enthusiastic spectators, including veterans who cheered on the participants.
An eight-day Land Yachting Expedition to mark the Silver
Jubilee of the Corps of Army Air Defence was flagged off from Dhordo,
Kutch. The 15-member team will cover 400 km across the barren, flat
lands of Rann,
exploring Dharamshala, Shaktibet, and Dhordo, while promoting
environmental awareness and inspiring youths to pursue military careers.
