New Delhi, Sept. 15 -- The Indian Army's elite Spear Corps is in the final phase of a high-altitude mountaineering expedition to Mount Gorichen, the highest peak in Arunachal Pradesh. Standing at 6,488 metres, the peak is located in the Tawang sector of the Eastern Himalayas and is renowned for its challenging terrain and unpredictable weather.

The expedition was formally flagged off on August 20, 2025, with the aim of promoting adventure, resilience, and team spirit, while highlighting the Indian soldier's unwavering determination in extreme conditions, a release said.

Over the past weeks, the team has made steady progress through rigorous acclimatisation and technical climbs, demonstrating exceptional mountaineering skills and enduran...