2023-08-13 16:01:00
13 August 2023, 09:31 PM IST Indian soldiers in Ladakh’s Galvan Valley (file photo) | Photo: PTI
New Delhi: After the encounter in the Galvan Valley in May 2020, the information regarding the deployment of troops by India along the Line of Control (LAC) in Eastern Ladakh is out. News agencies citing military sources reported that around 68,000 soldiers and other weapons materials from different parts of the country were airlifted to eastern Ladakh with the help of the Air Force following the conflict.
It was revealed that the Air Force airlifted multiple divisions of the Army, including 68,000 troops, more than 90 tanks, approximately 330 BMP infantry combat vehicles, radar systems and artillery. The airlift operations were completed within a very short period of time for rapid deployment of troops in various uninhabited areas along the Line of Control. Indications are that the airlift was for a special operation.
A number of warplanes were also deployed in the area in view of possible moves from China. Rafale and MiG-29 aircraft were used for patrolling. In addition, Sukhoi Su-30 MKI and Jaguar fighter jets were in the area to monitor the position and movements of Chinese troops. It is reported that their monitoring range is regarding 50 km.
The Air Force airlifted materials weighing around 9000 tons, including C-17 Globemaster aircraft. It has been revealed that the Air Force played a role in preparing all the necessary surveillance systems in the area within a short period of time. The Air Force accomplished its objective once morest very adverse conditions.
The clash in the Galvan Valley had greatly affected the relationship between the two countries. In June 2020, 20 Indian soldiers lost their lives in the conflict. The country then witnessed many diplomatic and military negotiations.
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