Itanagar, May 29 -- The Indian Army's Gajraj Corps, in collaboration with the National Research Centre (NRC) on Yak, Dirang and local communities of Tawang district's Mago-Thimbu areas, participated in Yak Mela 2026 held at the scenic Chuna High Ground at an altitude of 14,000 feet.
The event celebrated the enduring bond between the local communities and yaks while showcasing traditional yak rearing practices and the rich cultural heritage of the region. The mela highlighted the importance of yak conservation and preservation of the fragile Himalayan ecosystem in the frontier areas of Arunachal Pradesh.
As part of the programme, Gajraj Corps also organised a medical camp for residents of Mago and Hydel villages. More than 100 civilians at...