Updated On: 24 March, 2024 05:17 PM IST | Leh | mid-day online correspondent
Rajnath Singh was earlier supposed to go to Siachen, the world`s highest battlefield, to celebrate Holi with the soldiers, but his visit was cancelled due to inclement weather

Rajnath Singh with Army Jawans at Leh. Pic/X
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday celebrated the Holi festival with the Indian Armed Forced in Leh. The minister lauded the soldiers for protecting the country from enemies while fighting extreme weather conditions.
The defence minister was earlier supposed to go to Siachen, the world`s highest battlefield, but his visit was cancelled due to inclement weather. The minister was accompanied by Chief of Army Staff General Manoj Pande, reported news wire PTI.