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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

  1. Infrastructure: Creating visitor-friendly facilities
  2. Communication: Ensuring easy access and information sharing
  3. Tourism: Opening key sites to allow people to explore India’s military history
  4. 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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