Leh (Ladakh) [India], The Indian Army on Friday celebrated the 40th anniversary of Operation Meghdoot, which was conducted on the challenging terrain of the Siachen Glaciers. On this day in 1984, the Indian Army secured Bilafond La and other passes on the Saltoro Ridgeline, thus launching 'Operation Meghdoot'. Since then, it has become a saga of courage and fortitude in the face of a belligerent enemy, difficult terrain and challenging climatic conditions. The Indian Army also highlighted major advances in enhancing operational capabilities in the Siachen Glacier area, including heavy-lift helicopters and logistics drones, which have significantly improved the supply of essential supplies, especially to personnel deployed at cut off posts. I winter.The Indian Army said the availability of special clothing, mountaineering equipment and advanced rations has enhanced the soldiers' ability to withstand the harsh conditions of the world's coldest battlefield. Gadgets such as pocket weather trackers with each soldier provide timely updates about the weather and warn them about possible avalanches. According to the Indian Army, there has been significant improvement in the aspect of mobility. Mobility throughout the glacier has been greatly improved by the development of an extensive network of tracks and the introduction of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). Innovations such as ATV bridges developed by DRDO have enabled the Army to overcome natural obstacles, while high quality Dyneema ropes in aerial cableways ensure uninterrupted supply lines even to the most remote posts.Mobile and data connectivity has improved significantly. The introduction of VSAT technology has revolutionized communications on the glacier, providing data and internet connectivity to troops. This leap in technology has enhanced the well-being of our soldiers by providing real-time situational awareness, telemedicine capabilities and keeping them connected to their families, the Army said. It said recent initiatives related to improving connectivity have ensured that personnel at forward posts in the Northern and Centra glaciers have access to fresh rations and vegetables instead of canned rations, an aspect that was unimaginable a few years ago. Couldn't be done. “Fresh rations and vegetables are now a reality for our forward posts, thanks to new logistics initiatives.The state-of-the-art medical infrastructure in Siachen, including telemedicine nodes set up by ISRO, provides vital medical support not only to our troops but also to the local population and tourists in the Nubra Valley,'' the Army said. Medical facilities at Partapur and the base camp Some of the best medica and surgical experts in the country, state-of-the-art HAPO chambers, oxygen generation plants and life support systems ensure that all efforts are being made to save every life in this challenging terrain. Green Energy Initiative Has been the basis of all initiatives.The Indian Army's focus on sustainability has led to the adoption of solar power plants, wind and fuel cell-based generators, significantly reducing its carbon footprint. Waste management initiatives, including transportation of plastic waste for recycling, have ensured the protection of the environment and the sensitive glaciers. , Ecological conservation of the glaciers has been encouraged with efforts to load waste back from the glaciers in exchange for helicopter flights of the new generation Zanskar ponies. An MoU between the Indian Army and a private firm facilitates transportation of plastic waste from the northernmost point of the Siachen Glacier to Tamil Nadu, where it is recycled to produce jackets. The military and the local population of the Shyok and Nubra valleys have historically co-existed in harmony.There is a joint waste management setup operated by the Indian Army and civil administration at Partapur to achieve the common goal of a green and clean Siachen. No wonder Partapu was recently voted the best military station for green initiatives in Jammu and Kashmir