What began as an educational tour turned into a life-changing journey for students of Army Public School Jaipur, who returned from the rugged frontier areas of Jammu & Kashmir with unforgettable memories of soldiers, sacrifice, and life along India’s sensitive borders.
The students successfully concluded a week-long Reverse National Integration Tour to the Poonch–Saujian sector of Jammu & Kashmir from May 10 to 17 under the aegis of Sapta Shakti Command in coordination with the Ace of Spades Division.
The initiative offered the young participants a rare first-hand glimpse into the operational environment of the Indian Army stationed in high-altitude frontier regions near the Line of Control.
Students Witness Drone Warfare and Border Preparedness
During the tour, the students visited forward military areas, educational institutions, spiritual sites, and the historic Poonch War Memorial, gaining deeper insight into the region’s military history and cultural heritage.
One of the major highlights of the tour was the students’ interaction with Army personnel deployed in challenging terrains. At Saujiyan, they visited an Artillery Regiment and an elite Rashtriya Rifles Battalion, where they witnessed live demonstrations of advanced Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and drone technologies increasingly being used in modern warfare and surveillance operations.
The students also interacted with senior Army officers during events linked to the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, learning about the challenges faced by troops guarding the nation’s mountainous frontiers.
A Journey Beyond Textbooks
For many students, the tour became much more than a sightseeing experience. It offered them an opportunity to understand the realities of military life, discipline, sacrifice, and national service from close quarters.
The tour concluded with an Interaction-cum-Felicitation Ceremony with the Army Commander of Sapta Shakti Command, where students shared their experiences and thanked the Army for providing what many described as an “inspiring and eye-opening” experience.
Officials said the initiative was aimed at strengthening national integration by connecting young students from mainland India with life and culture in border regions while also fostering greater awareness about the role of the Armed Forces.