Archive · 8 Sep 2025
Arunachal CM Pays Tribute to Soldiers at War Memorial
Imagine a place called Helmet Post, where brave Indian soldiers fought a tough battle a long time ago.
The Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Pema Khandu, went to this memorial to honor these heroes.
This memorial is a reminder of their courage during the 1962 India-China war.
The CM paid tribute to the soldiers, especially remembering Lieutenant Bikram Singh.
Years ago, people found the remains of a soldier with helmets, giving the memorial its name.
It's a place to remember their sacrifices and how they protected the country.
The CM said Arunachal Pradesh is the first line of defense, and these soldiers inspire everyone.
Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu paid tribute to soldiers at the Helmet Post war memorial.
The memorial is located near Walong in the Anjaw district.
The tribute was for soldiers who died in the 1962 India-China war.
The memorial is named Helmet Post due to the discovery of soldiers' remains and helmets.
The Battle of Walong, fought from October 22 to November 16, 1962, is remembered for the bravery of Indian soldiers.
- Who
- Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu
- What
- Paid tribute to soldiers who died in the 1962 India-China war.
- When
- Sunday, September 7
- Where
- Helmet Post war memorial near Walong, Arunachal Pradesh
- Why
- To honor the sacrifices of soldiers and remember their bravery.
- Location
- Helmet Post war memorial near Walong, Anjaw district
- Event
- Tribute to soldiers of the 1962 India-China war
- Participants
- Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu
- Memorial Discovery
- Soldier's remains with 24 helmets discovered in 1986
- Key Battle
- Battle of Walong, October 22 to November 16, 1962
- Military Unit Mentioned
- 6 Kumaon Regiment
