On April 7, 2012, in the early hours of the morning, a Pakistan Army camp located in Gayari was struck by a massive avalanche. This tragic event resulted in the loss of all 140 military personnel stationed at the site.
The Gayari Monument, officially known as Yadgar-e-Shuhada, stands as a solemn tribute to the 129 soldiers of the Pakistan Army and 11 civilian contractors who lost their lives in a devastating avalanche on April 7, 2012, in the Gayari Sector near the Siachen Glacier. This tragedy is remembered as one of the deadliest natural disasters in Pakistan’s military history .X (formerly Twitter)+11Nation.pk+11Dunya News+11
🏔️ Monument Details
- Location: The monument is situated at the high-altitude site of Gayari in the Siachen region, within the Ghanche District of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan.
- Significance: Erected to honor the bravery and sacrifice of the fallen, the Yadgar-e-Shuhada serves as a lasting reminder of their commitment to the nation’s sovereignty and security .Khyber News
- Commemorations: Annually, on April 7th, ceremonies are held across Pakistan to pay tribute to these martyrs, reaffirming the nation’s gratitude for their supreme sacrifice .Associated Press of Pakistan+10Nation.pk+10Khyber News+10
📍 Visiting Information
Access to the Gayari Monument is challenging due to its high-altitude location and proximity to the Siachen Glacier, known as the world’s highest battlefield. The area is primarily accessible to military personnel, and visits by civilians are rare and typically require special permissions.
For a visual tribute and more insights into the monument, you can watch the following video:
