The Indian Army has a long standing tradition of encouraging the spirit of adventure among its personnel and has often been a pioneering role model for promoting adventure sports in the country. In keeping with this tradition, an Engineer Regiment under the aegis of Gajraj Corps conducted a trekking expedition from Burma to Bhutan, covering a distance of 1500 kms.

A total of twentytwo personnel of the regiment, led by Lt Anthony Selva Kumar participated in the expedition. The team started their expedition from the eastern end of Arunachal Pradesh at Jachepla near Burma border. It trekked over extremely difficult terrain and under inclement weather conditions to reach the western end of Arunachal Pradesh near Bhutan. They covered a total distance of 1500 kms in 50 days passing through Walong, Lohitpur, Along, Daparijo, Nyapix, Nafra and Tawang.

On successful completion of the expedition, the team was felicitated at a flagging-in ceremony by Maj Gen C B Vijan, GOC, Ball of Fire Division. The team Commander handed over the flags of the formation to the GOC signifying the end of their expedition. Maj Gen Vijan congratulated the team on successfully completing the expedition and appreciated the dedication and determination of the team members. He further said that will power and camaraderie are essential for success, especially during hostile conditions.

The GOC was proud to see such esprit de corps and josh from the team, and hoped that the same would be displayed in any operational task given to the Ball of Fire Division.