Ministry of Tourism
Ranbhoomi App
Posted On:
03 FEB 2025 4:35PM by PIB Delhi
As informed by the Ministry of Defence, the Ranbhoomi App and the Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan initiative have been launched to open areas of historical importance and valour, for the citizen of India, which signify the sacrifice of the Indian Armed Forces.
State-wise details of 77 Shaurya Gantavya sites are attached as Annexure.
The Indian Army in collaboration with the State governments and Ministry of Tourism, has put in place risk mitigation and safety measure to ensure the well-being of visitors to these sensitive and remote locations as follows:
- Military Point of Contact and Assistance- In high-risk border zones, visitors are required to coordinate with army units for safety and clearances, facilitated via single window, in high altitude areas, precautions to be adopted and acclimatization protocols are also being advised.
- Controlled Access and Permits- Entry to certain high-altitude locations is regulated and special permits are issued to ensure security.
- Emergency Response and Medical Aid- Incidental availability of district hospitals in the area. Emergency evacuation protocols by the Army are in place to provide immediate medical assistance.
- Weather Advisory- Weather advisories are issued to prevent mishaps in extreme conditions.
- Tourism and Environment Guidelines- Sustainable tourism practices are promoted to protect fragile ecosystem and ensure responsible travel.
Infrastructure Enhancement and Amenities Development:
- The “Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan” initiative serves as an awareness and digital engagement’ platform.
- Currently these places have war memorials/museums and some facilities for refreshment etc. Infrastructure enhancement is done through respective state-led Schemes.
This information was given by Union Minister for Tourism and Culture Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
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Sunil Kumar Tiwari
E-mail: - tourism4pib[at]gmail[dot]com
ANNEXURE
State-wise details of 77 Shaurya Gantavya sites
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STATE
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SHAURYA GANTAVYA SITES
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TOTAL NUMBER OF SITES
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Jammu & Kashmir
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Gurez Sector
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11
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Bangus Valley
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|
Aru Vally
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Yusmarg Valley
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Warman Valley
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Chandigram
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Keren
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|
Machil
|
|
Teetwal
|
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Baramulla
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|
Uri
|
|
Himachal Pradesh
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Spiti Valley
|
04
|
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Kinnaur Valley
|
|
Kalpa Valley
|
|
Sangla Valley
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|
Rajasthan
|
Longewala
|
07
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|
Tanot
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|
Ramgarh
|
|
Sundra
|
|
Munabao
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|
Gadra Road
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|
Bhakasar
|
|
Gujarat
|
Koteshwar
|
05
|
|
Suigam Rann Reigon
|
|
Kutch Region
|
|
Lakhpat
|
|
Bhuj
|
|
Ladakh
|
Galwan Valley
|
14
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|
Kargil
|
|
Siachen Base Camp
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|
Karakoram Pass
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|
Pangong TSO
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|
Demchok
|
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Padum Valley
|
|
Hanle
|
|
Chushul
|
|
Hunder
|
|
Tayakshi
|
|
Turtuk
|
|
Tasking
|
|
Panamik
|
|
Sikkim
|
Doklam
|
07
|
|
Gurudongmar
|
|
Thangu Region
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|
Lachung Region
|
|
Geyzing
|
|
Yuksom
|
|
East Sikkim Reigon
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|
Arunachal Pradesh
|
Tawang
|
21
|
|
Walong
|
|
Dirang
|
|
Bum La
|
|
Sungetsar
|
|
Zemithang
|
|
Gorsam
|
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Lumpo
|
|
Bomdila
|
|
Lohit
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Kameng Region
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Bishum Valley
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Dibang Region
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Anini
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Menchuka Region
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Siang Region
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Yingkiong
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Gelling
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Upper Subansiri Valley
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Tsari Chu Valley
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|
Tuting Valley
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Uttrakhand
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Lipulekh Pass
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08
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Pithoragarh
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Harsil Sector
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|
Mana Sector
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|
Malari Sector
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|
Kumaon Region
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Dharchula
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Gunji
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