The Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Pema Khandu, and the United States Ambassador, Mr. Eric Garcetti, joined together to inaugurate the "Hump WWII Museum" in Pasighat, India, on November 30, 2023. This momentous occasion marked the second museum in Asia dedicated to honoring the fallen airmen of the US forces during World War II, instilling a deep appreciation for the sacrifices made by Allied forces. The tranquil landscape of Pasighat sets the ideal site for this tribute to the brave US servicemen who lost their lives during the Hump Operation.
Visitors to the museum will have the opportunity to view remnants of aircraft, including rusting wreckage and machine guns, from the 650 planes that crashed or went missing in Arunachal Pradesh during World War II. This serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made in this region and the historical ties between the United States and Arunachal Pradesh.
The museum's theme beautifully reflects the history of the "Hump" air route, which was used by Allied forces to transport people from Assam to Yunnan, China. These daring flights through treacherous terrain earned the pilots the nickname "The Hump," symbolizing their incredible courage. The Hump route traverses various regions, including Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Tibet, Yunnan, and Myanmar, and an estimated 650 aircraft crashed in these areas due to the extreme flying conditions.
The name of the museum itself is a testament to the Hump operation, which remains one of the most remarkable feats in aviation history during the Second World War. It serves as a powerful reminder of the courage and determination displayed by the Allied forces in defending democracy and freedom.
In a heartwarming development, foreign tourists have already started flocking to the newly inaugurated Hump World War II museum, just one day after its opening. This demonstrates the immense interest in and recognition of the importance of preserving history. The museum will honor the fallen heroes of World War II and ensure that their stories are forever etched in our collective memory by serving as a valuable educational tool for younger generations.
MyGov Arunachal extends an invitation to its citizens to express their views on how, in light of our common history, we should keep up our strong international ties and preserve history.
Sakthivel 8 months 2 weeks ago
Districts of Arunachal Pradesh
S. NoDistrict Area in sq. km Formation
1. Anjaw 6190 2004
2. Changlang4662 1987
3. Kamle 200 2017
4. Kra Daadi2202 2015
5. Kurung Kumey8818 2001
6. Lepa-Rada 2018
7. Lohit 2402 1980
8. Longding1200 2012
9. Namsai 1587 2014
10. Pakke-Kessang 2018
11. Papum Pare2875 1992
12. Shi-Yomi2875 2018
13. Siang 2919 2015
14. Tawang 2085 1984
15. Tirap 2362 1965
16. Lower Dibang Valley3900 2001
17. Dibang Valley9,129 2001
18. East Kameng4,134 1980
Sakthivel 8 months 2 weeks ago
During World War II, the Allied forces led by the United States flew supplies over the Himalayas. The route was known as ‘The Hump’ because of the altitude of the eastern Himalayas. Many of their aircraft went missing in Arunachal and were never found in the remote jungles and mountains.
Sakthivel 8 months 2 weeks ago
Khandu had on 26 October this year, while reviewing the progress of the museum, said that it would pay tribute to ‘Hump Operation’, one of the most remarkable feats of aviation history.
Sakthivel 8 months 2 weeks ago
The air route earned its moniker due to the formidable challenges faced by Allied pilots flying from airfields in Assam to those in Yunnan. Navigating through deep gorges and mountains rising beyond 10,000 feet, these pilots played a crucial role in the war effort, underlying perilous journeys to transport supplies such as fuel, food and ammunition.
Sakthivel 8 months 2 weeks ago
The Hump Museum stands as a tribute to the aviators who navigated the perilous air route and serves to educate visitors about the significant contribution of these flights during World War II.
Sakthivel 8 months 2 weeks ago
During World War II, the Allied Forces led by the United States flew supplies over the Himalayas.
It was a critical transport route during WWII after the Burma Road was blocked by Japanese forces.
Sakthivel 8 months 2 weeks ago
It crossed a north-south route over the Himalayan foothills and finally to the mountains, between north Burma and west China, airspace where turbulence and abominable weather conditions were common.
Sakthivel 8 months 2 weeks ago
The Hump route was an unlikely route for regular flight operations due to high terrain and extremely severe weather.
The aircraft had to navigate deep gorges and mountains rising beyond 10,000 feet.
Sakthivel 8 months 2 weeks ago
The Hump air route passes over Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Tibet, Myanmar and Yunnan (China).
The route was nicknamed ‘The Hump’ because of the altitude of the Eastern Himalayas.
Sakthivel 8 months 2 weeks ago
This serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made in this region and the historical ties between the United States and Arunachal Pradesh. The museum's theme beautifully reflects the history of the "Hump" air route, which was used by Allied forces to transport people from Assam to Yunnan, China.