April 28
The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 15 Corps, Lt Gen KJS Dhillon today while addressing media persons in Zojila asked the youth to study hard, concentrate on education and stay away from drugs.
“Drugs will only ruin your life. Stay away from drugs. Study hard, educate others that will lead you to success,” he said.
Addressing media persons at Zojila pass after reopening the crucial Srinagar-Leh highway for civilian traffic after nearly five months of closue, the GOC appealed the civil administration of both the divisions of Kashmir and Ladakh to work in coordination synergy to make smooth vehicular movement on the crucial highway.
He flagged off the first convoy of vehicles at Zero Point Zojila.
The function was also attended by officials from civil administration including Chief Engineer Beacon, DC Kargil, SP Kargil, ADC Ganderbal besides the other officials of administration.
The 434 km long Srinagar-Leh highway is the only surface link connecting Ladakh region with the rest of the State.