To commemorate the 24th anniversary of India’s victory over Pakistan in the Kargil War of 1999 and to celebrate the indomitable spirit of women, the Indian Army organized a Tri-Services ‘Nari Sashaktikaran Women Motorcycle Rally.’ The rally began at the National War Memorial in Delhi and was flagged off on 18th July 2023 by General Manoj Pande, Chief of the Army Staff, along with Mrs. Archana Pande, Chairperson of the Army Wives Welfare Association, and other dignitaries, including representatives from TVS Motor Company, the rally’s partner.
The 25-member strong tri-services team comprised two Veer Naris, one of them being a serving officer, 10 serving Indian Army Women officers, one woman officer each from the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy, three women soldiers from the Indian Army, and eight Armed Forces spouses. Their mission was to celebrate the decisive victory of the Armed Forces in the Kargil War and pay homage to the soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation.
Covering a challenging distance of approximately 1000 kilometers, the team traversed through the plains of Haryana, Punjab, and the treacherous high mountain passes of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, arriving at the Kargil War Memorial in Dras on 25th July 2023. During the rally, the team interacted with NCC Cadets, students from various schools and colleges, as well as Veterans and Veer Naris, inspiring and motivating them with their determination and Nari Shakti.
The Indian Army’s partnership with TVS Motor Company saw the participants riding on TVS Ronin motorcycles, adding another layer of significance to the event.
At the conclusion of the Nari Sashaktikaran Women Motorcycle Rally, the ‘Flag In’ ceremony took place at the Kargil War Memorial in Dras on 25th July 2023, graced by the presence of Northern Army Commander, Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi, Ati Vashisht Seva Medal. The event was a resounding success, symbolizing the crucial role played by women in nation-building and inspiring the nation with their courage and determination.