Srinagar, April 12 -- The Ladakh government is going to dedicate a memorial at Leh in the memory of late Colonel Sonam Wangchuk who passed away in Leh on Friday.

The Ladakh government will stand as an enduring symbol of Ladakhi valour and pride.

"In the honour of the Lion of Ladakh, late Col Sonam Wangchuk, the UT administration will dedicate a befitting memorial at Leh in consultation with the family, army and local representatives. The memorial will stand as an enduring symbol of Ladakhi valour and pride. His bravery shall continue to inspire generations to come," the Ladakh LG wrote on X.

Col Wangchuk, Kargil hero and Mahavir Chakra awardee, died of a heart attack at his home on Friday, at the age of 61. Defence minister Rajnath Sin...