SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 02: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today attended the flag-in ceremony of the triumphant mountaineering expedition, accomplished by Jawahar Institute of Mountaineering & Winter Sports, Pahalgam and interacted with the Expedition team at Raj Bhawan.
The Mountaineering Expedition team has completed the expedition to Nine peaks including Six peaks (Mount Kang Yatse-I, Mount Kang Yatse-II, Mount Dzo Jongo-I, Mount Dzo Jongo-II, Mount Lungser Kangri, and Mount Chamser Kangri) above 20,000 feet.
On the occasion, the Lt Governor congratulated and expressed his deep appreciation to the team led by Col Hem Chandra Singh for the historic achievement.
“This is an exceptional feat by our mountaineers, manifesting courage, determination, and dedication to goals,” the Lt Governor said.
He lauded the sheer perseverance, dedication, courage, and organizational cohesion displayed by the team during the difficult mission which was faced with challenges posed by the extreme weather conditions and rough terrain.
The Lt Governor also highlighted the important role of the Jawahar Institute of Mountaineering and Winter Sports in the promotion of adventure sports, skiing, and mountaineering in the region.
