Five Indian Soldiers Die in Tank Accident During Ladakh Training Exercise
The incident occurred near the Line of Actual Control due to a sudden rise in river water levels.
- The soldiers were in a T-72 tank crossing the Bodhi River near Mandir Morh.
- The accident happened around 1 am during a training mission.
- Only one body has been recovered; four soldiers remain missing.
- Defense Minister Rajnath Singh expressed condolences to the families.
- A rescue operation is ongoing to locate the missing personnel.