In a major logistical breakthrough in Arunachal Pradesh’s high-altitude Kameng district, the Indian Army’s Gajraj Corps has put into operation an indigenous mono rail system at an elevation of 16,000 feet.

The system allows troops to transport more than 300 kg of supplies in a single run, providing a dependable lifeline to remote forward posts that lack any other mode of communication or supply.

Its Swadeshi innovation at 16,000 foot , says DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia

Army officials said the mono rail has also shown promise for rapid casualty evacuation, offering a safe alternative in areas where helicopters cannot operate and foot evacuation is slow and risky.

“The system has been successfully conceptualised, engineered and deployed to address one of the toughest operational c

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