Government Unveils App to Promote Battlefield Tourism

On January 15, 2025, during the Army Day celebrations in Pune, Maharashtra, the government introduced the "Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan" app and website to engage civilians with India’s military heritage. The platform was developed collaboratively by the Ministries of Defence, Tourism, and the Indian Army.

In a major step to connect civilians with India’s rich military heritage, the government launched the "Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan" app and website on January 15, 2025, in conjunction with Army Day celebrations in Pune, Maharashtra. Developed in collaboration by the Ministries of Defence, Tourism, and the Indian Army, the platform enables citizens to visit significant battlefield locations from the 1962, 1971, and 1999 wars, as well as iconic areas like the Siachen base camp and Galwan Valley. This initiative aims to transform border regions into tourist destinations, allowing people to engage more deeply with India’s military history and honor the sacrifices of its armed forces.

Key Highlights

Launch Details

App Name: Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan
Launch Date: January 15, 2025, during Army Day celebrations
Launched By: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Collaborating Ministries: Defence and Tourism, with support from the Indian Army

Tourist Locations

1962 War Sites: Rezang-La (Ladakh), Kibithoo, and Bum-La (Arunachal Pradesh)
1971 War Zones: Specific locations yet to be disclosed
1999 Kargil War: Key areas in Kargil, Batalik, and Drass for trekkers
Siachen Base Camp: The world’s highest battlefield
Galwan Valley: Site of the 2020 clash
Doklam: Location of the 2017 India-China standoff

Objective and Features

Purpose: To boost the development of border areas through tourism while fostering national pride
Operational Areas: Some locations are restricted for security reasons but aim to offer a tangible experience of battle zones
Website Features: A comprehensive guide to help travelers plan visits to historic military sites

Four Pillars

Infrastructure: Creating visitor-friendly facilities
Communication: Ensuring easy access and information sharing
Tourism: Opening key sites to allow people to explore India’s military history
Education: Enhancing public understanding of the country’s military legacy

Challenges

Accessibility: High-altitude regions like Siachen present acclimatization challenges
Security: Certain operational areas will remain off-limits to civilians for safety reasons

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