1962 India-China War

Without the ingenuity of Ghulam Hassan, a mason, there would be no THOISE (Transit Halt Of Indian Soldiers Enroute-to Siachen) airbase.

"During my great grandfather's time, the region was caught up in the 'Great Game' between the British and Russian Empire. Today, the players have changed, which are India and China. This is indeed the new 'Great Game'."

Coupled with Lata Mangeshkar’s mellifluous voice were the powerful, hard-hitting lyrics of Kavi Pradeep that famously moved India's First Prime Minister.

Did you know Arunachal is the state with the highest proportion of Hindi speakers in the Northeast? For a state with over 90 languages, this is incredible!

Five decades ago, these villagers got a chance to serve their nation and they did it with all their heart. Today, the good deed returned to them in the form of a fortune!

Fighting in all of India's wars, Ladakh Scouts are among the most decorated units of the Indian Army, racking up a staggering 605 military honours and medals!