Reception of Swarnim Vijay Mashaal organized by 51 Sub Area

SHILLONG: Commemorating 50 Years of India's victory over Pakistan and liberation of Bangladesh in 1971, Swarnim Vijay Mashaal which was flagged off on December 16, 2020, from the National War Memorial entered 101 Area on July 26 at Assam – West Bengal border. The Mashaal was received at Sankosh River Bridge in a grand reception organized by 51 Sub Area.

A team of 51 Sub Area, on behalf of 101 Area, welcomed the Mashaal along with veterans of the area and civil dignitaries. The celebrations at Sankosh River Bridge culminated with the dispatch of the Mashaal to Tura, Meghalaya. The Mashaal will remain in the State of Meghalaya till August 8 after which it will move to Assam, stated a release.

Also Read: PM Narendra Modi pays tribute to soldiers on 50th anniversary of 1971 India-Pakistan war

Also Watch: