Itanagar, Oct 3 (IANS) In a remarkable display of courage, endurance, and teamwork, a team of the Indian Army completed the expedition to Mount Gorichen in Arunachal Pradesh showcasing the grit, discipline, and adventurous spirit of the soldiers in the challenging terrain of the Eastern Himalayas, officials said on Friday.

Defence spokesman Lt Col Amit Shukla said that the expedition was flagged off by the GOC, Spear Head Division Lt Gen AS Pendharkar from Likabali Military station on August 20.

He said that the advance party had moved earlier on August 13 for reconnaissance, liaison, and coordination.

The team, thereafter, moved through Missamari, Tenga, and Senge, carrying out systematic acclimatisation and preparatory training up to Senge (9,500 feet).

This phase ensured that the so

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