JAMMU: An Educational-cum-Recreational tour comprising 22 students of Shikha Sahyog Boys Hostel was flagged off by Major General Sanjeev Narain, General Officer Commanding, Tiger Division, at Satwari Cantonment, here on Tuesday.
“The three day tour is being conducted under the Rising Star Corps and shall cover major attractions in and around Dharmshala as part of Sadbhavana initiative by the Indian Army,” Defence Spokesperson Lt Col Manish Mehta, said.
The tour, he added, is to expose the students to the rich culture and traditions of Himachal Pradesh.
In addition to giving the students an insight on the places of historical importance, the tour endeavours to foster spirit of adventure among the young children by organising a trek to Triund Hill in Dhauladhar ranges, he informed.
The General Officer Commanding, Tiger Division appreciated the children for having embraced this opportunity with alacrity. Such exposures shall help them in becoming better citizens, he said.