Watch Indian and Chinese Troops Engage in Friendly Tug-of-War During UN Peacekeeping Mission in Sudan
A video featuring Indian and Chinese troops participating in a friendly tug-of-war during a UN peacekeeping mission in Sudan has gone viral on social media. The footage, shared by news agency ANI, shows soldiers from both countries competing in the lighthearted event.
ANI captioned the video, “Indian troops won a tug-of-war against Chinese troops during deployment in Sudan, Africa under a UN peacekeeping mission: Army officials.” The agency confirmed the authenticity of the video through Indian Army officials.
#WATCH | Indian troops won a Tug of War that took place between them and Chinese troops during deployment in Sudan, Africa under a UN Peacekeeping mission: Army officials
(Viral video confirmed by Indian Army officials) pic.twitter.com/EpnGKURPa3
— ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2024
The video captures the moment of victory for the Indian troops, who celebrated their win with joy and dance after defeating their Chinese counterparts.
In related news, Indian and French soldiers also engaged in a friendly tug-of-war competition in Meghalaya on Monday. This was part of the joint military exercise ‘SHAKTI 2024.’ The exercise, held in Umroi, Meghalaya, aims to enhance the joint military capabilities of both nations and marks the 7th edition of the Indo-French military cooperation.
Tug of war being played during the Indian, French army to army exercises in Umroi, Meghalaya. pic.twitter.com/U8cpF4UZIE
— Rajul (@Rajul_Raj1) May 27, 2024
The United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS) was established by the UN Security Council in 2005 following a Peace Agreement between the Sudanese government and the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement. UNMIS plays a crucial role in implementing the Peace Agreement, providing humanitarian assistance, protecting and promoting human rights, and supporting the African Union Mission in Sudan.
The friendly competitions between the troops underscore the spirit of camaraderie and cooperation among international forces serving under UN mandates.