Ladakh

Event Summary

The sighting took place in the Lagan Khel area in Demchok, Ladakh, a remote and strategic region bordering China. On the evening of August 4, Indian Army troops stationed in this high-altitude area reported seeing mysterious yellowish spheres in the sky. These objects were observed to lift off from the horizon on the Chinese side and slowly traverse the sky for about three to five hours before disappearing. The long duration and slow movement of these spheres made the sighting particularly intriguing.

Multiple Sightings
This event was not an isolated incident. In the months leading up to August 2013, there had been over 100 similar UFO sightings reported along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), which is the de facto border between India and China. These recurring sightings were reported by Indian Army personnel, raising concerns and prompting further investigation.

Witness Accounts
The sightings were taken seriously by the Indian Army, with detailed reports sent to the Army headquarters in New Delhi. The troops described seeing yellowish spherical objects that moved steadily across the sky. These objects did not resemble any known aircraft or weather phenomena, leading to speculation and concern among the witnesses.

Radar and Technological Analysis
One of the key aspects of these sightings was the lack of radar detection. Despite the advanced radar systems in place, the mysterious spheres were not picked up on any radar screens. This lack of detection added to the mystery, as it ruled out conventional aircraft or drones. Additionally, officials confirmed that the objects were not Chinese drones or satellites, further complicating the investigation.

Scientific Explanation
A top-level science research institute suggested that the objects might have been planets Jupiter and Venus, which are clearly visible from the high-altitude, thin atmosphere terrain of Ladakh. This explanation proposed that the Army troops might have mistaken the bright, visible planets for unidentified flying objects. However, this theory did not fully satisfy the witnesses or investigators, as the observed behavior and movement of the objects did not completely align with stationary celestial bodies.

Historical Context
The 14 Corps, responsible for military deployment along Kargil-Leh and the frontiers with China, had previously sent reports about UFO sightings. One notable report involved sightings by an Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) unit in Thakung near the Pangong Tso Lake. These historical reports indicate that the region has been a hotspot for such unexplained aerial phenomena, contributing to the ongoing interest and concern.

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