Kargil Vijay Diwas: Locals In Drass Recall How The 'Wall Of Defence' Saved Lives During The 1999 War
Standing tall in the hills of Drass, this stone wall faced many bullets and artillery shells during the 1999 Kargil War. Built overnight by soldiers and locals in the middle of the battle, this 'Wall of Defence' was more than just bricks and mortar - it became a shield that saved the lives of soldiers and civilians alike, protecting the vital Srinagar-Leh highway from relentless enemy fire.
