STATE TIMES NEWS
NEW DELHI: Battle of Laleali Day was celebrated by 8 JAK LI at Rashtrapati Bhawan, New Delhi. State Director for the War Decorated India Col Dr Virendra K Sahi, Veer Chakra famous as ‘Hero of the Battle of Laleali’ was the Chief Guest. The event was also graced by the President of India Pranab Mukherjee who complimented the war veterans and honoured the Vir Naris and parents of the martyrs on the occasion.
Battle of Laleali is famous among armed forces. It is a subject of study for senior and higher command courses, as it is regarded as the most strategic and planned battle. However, it is very less known among the civilian population. Battle of Laleali is a living example of how a war is fought with strategy at tactical combat level, with cool mind, shrewd planning and dedication of the commander to gain victory for certain. The battle is now taught in Army training schools to instill into the officers the will to do the best in adverse conditions of warfare.