New Delhi, July 17 -- Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh today flagged in the mountaineering expeditions to Mount Everest and Mount Kilimanjaro and lauded the spirit, determination and courage of both the teams.
In his address, the defence secretary emphasised that these missions were not just about scaling the peaks, but also about showcasing India's mountaineering excellence and leadership in adventure sports activities, a Defence Ministry statement said.
By successfully summiting Mount Everest and Mount Kilimanjaro, teams have set new benchmarks to inspire young mountaineers across the country and the world at large, he said.
Rajesh Kumar Singh added that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had always emphasised the importance of y...