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L/Nk Jagjit Singh, 2 Sikh.
Fell this day in 1992, but not before earning himself a Kirti Chakra
L/Nk Jagjit Singh, 2 Sikh.
Fell this day in 1992, but not before earning himself a Kirti Chakra
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Nk Jaswinder Singh, 17 Sikh.
Fell fighting in the accursed 'Jannat' this day 21 years ago.
#NeverForget
Nk Jaswinder Singh, 17 Sikh.
Fell fighting in the accursed 'Jannat' this day 21 years ago.
#NeverForget
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Martyrs of The Sikh Regiment - 03 Oct.
One more name in addition to the two above.
Martyrs of The Sikh Regiment - 03 Oct.
One more name in addition to the two above.
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Constable Nitin Kumar BSF.
This 24yr old was martyred this day five years ago in Baramula.
Constable Nitin Kumar BSF.
This 24yr old was martyred this day five years ago in Baramula.
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Martyrs of BSF - 03 Oct (in addition to Constable Nitin Kumar in the tweet above).
Martyrs of BSF - 03 Oct (in addition to Constable Nitin Kumar in the tweet above).
https://twitter.com/BSF_India/status/1179775732550995973
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Add to the above, ASI BK Yadav of BSF who too was martyred this day four years ago
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Add to the above, ASI BK Yadav of BSF who too was martyred this day four years ago
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Naik Mahendra Chemjung, - Yet another Bir Gorkhali soldier of India, hailing from Nepal. Made the supreme sacrifice in Krishna Ghati sector of the Line of Control for the sake of the Tricolour this day in 2017.
Naik Mahendra Chemjung, - Yet another Bir Gorkhali soldier of India, hailing from Nepal. Made the supreme sacrifice in Krishna Ghati sector of the Line of Control for the sake of the Tricolour this day in 2017.
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03 Oct
He finally left for the heavens above, this day, having fought not only on the battlefield but also in the aftermath of the grave injuries sustained there.
Gave up his life while saving that of his crew.
03 Oct
He finally left for the heavens above, this day, having fought not only on the battlefield but also in the aftermath of the grave injuries sustained there.
Gave up his life while saving that of his crew.
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1439614521388277766
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Air Vice Marshal Sindhaghatta Subbaramu, AVSM, Vir Chakra (Retd).
This veteran air warrior passed away this day last year. He had flown 32 combat missions in the 13 day long 1971 War.
God bless his soul
Air Vice Marshal Sindhaghatta Subbaramu, AVSM, Vir Chakra (Retd).
This veteran air warrior passed away this day last year. He had flown 32 combat missions in the 13 day long 1971 War.
God bless his soul
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Gunners of 321 Field Regiment
Martyred this day 25 years ago. Yet some still ask when was the last time we've been on war
Gunners of 321 Field Regiment
Martyred this day 25 years ago. Yet some still ask when was the last time we've been on war
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This 26 year old fell in the line of duty this day 20 years ago, earning a Shaurya Chakra in the process.
This 26 year old fell in the line of duty this day 20 years ago, earning a Shaurya Chakra in the process.
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Gunner AK Tripathi, 34RR/208 Medium Regiment.
24 years today, since this one fell
Gunner AK Tripathi, 34RR/208 Medium Regiment.
24 years today, since this one fell
https://twitter.com/manhasvikas41/status/1312721567151915008
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L/Nk Satnam Singh, 2 Sikh.
Fell in 1992, during the darkest days of the Kashmir Insurgency.
L/Nk Satnam Singh, 2 Sikh.
Fell in 1992, during the darkest days of the Kashmir Insurgency.
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Capt Shashikant Sharma, Sena Medal (Posth), 12 JAKLI
Martyred this day at the famous Bana Post in the process of a retaliatory attack on an unworthy enemy at insane heights in excess of 21000 feet above sea level, this day in 1998.
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Capt Shashikant Sharma, Sena Medal (Posth), 12 JAKLI
Martyred this day at the famous Bana Post in the process of a retaliatory attack on an unworthy enemy at insane heights in excess of 21000 feet above sea level, this day in 1998.
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The two CRPF personnel martyred in the accursed 'Jannat', this day last year
The two CRPF personnel martyred in the accursed 'Jannat', this day last year
https://twitter.com/kashmir_watch/status/1313084922786013185
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Lance Naik Gyan Singh Parihar, 25th Battalion The Rashtriya Rifles.
Fell in Poonch this day, seven years ago
Lance Naik Gyan Singh Parihar, 25th Battalion The Rashtriya Rifles.
Fell in Poonch this day, seven years ago
https://twitter.com/manhasvikas41/status/1313080092407427073
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Subedar Sukhdev Singh, 16 Grenadiers.
Martyred manning the Line of Control in Rajauri this day last year
Subedar Sukhdev Singh, 16 Grenadiers.
Martyred manning the Line of Control in Rajauri this day last year
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1313366581028806656
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Constable Altaf Hussain, JKP.
Yet another Kashmiri soldier, who sacrificed himself for the sake of his Motherland.
Constable Altaf Hussain, JKP.
Yet another Kashmiri soldier, who sacrificed himself for the sake of his Motherland.
https://twitter.com/JmuKmrPolice/status/1313547473596555264
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Maj Ritesh Sharma,17 Jat
Spent the summer of 99 in clearing Paaki intruders from Mashkoh in Op Vijay. Then moved to Kupwara with his battalion where he fell this day in 99, fighting yet more scum from across, 21 days shy of his 26th B'day
Maj Ritesh Sharma,17 Jat
Spent the summer of 99 in clearing Paaki intruders from Mashkoh in Op Vijay. Then moved to Kupwara with his battalion where he fell this day in 99, fighting yet more scum from across, 21 days shy of his 26th B'day
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Wg Cdr Vikas Upadhyay, Sqn Ldr Shishir Tewari, Master Warrant Officer AK Singh, Sergeant Satish Kumar.
These Air Warriors fell during an air support mission in High Altitude Area of Arunachal Pradesh, somewhere ahead of Tawang, 3 yrs ago.
Wg Cdr Vikas Upadhyay, Sqn Ldr Shishir Tewari, Master Warrant Officer AK Singh, Sergeant Satish Kumar.
These Air Warriors fell during an air support mission in High Altitude Area of Arunachal Pradesh, somewhere ahead of Tawang, 3 yrs ago.
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2/2
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Shaheed Wing Commander Vikas Upadhyay Chowk, In Sector 7, Dwarka, New Delhi.
He lived nearby.
God bless his soul
2/2
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Shaheed Wing Commander Vikas Upadhyay Chowk, In Sector 7, Dwarka, New Delhi.
He lived nearby.
God bless his soul
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Sep HN Deka & Sep E Balaji.
Also martyred in the same crash as above while supplying their brothers deployed in far flung areas.
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Sep HN Deka & Sep E Balaji.
Also martyred in the same crash as above while supplying their brothers deployed in far flung areas.
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The last journey homewards, of Sep E Balaji.
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The last journey homewards, of Sep E Balaji.
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/917723162900553728
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A brother remembers Wg Cdr Vikas Upadhyay.
A poignant piece indeed.
Worth a read
A brother remembers Wg Cdr Vikas Upadhyay.
A poignant piece indeed.
Worth a read
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1314242455118716928?t=M6Z_JgV7S8vGCDJGV288yw&s=19
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The above chopper went down four years ago, not three as mentioned some tweets above 🙏
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The above chopper went down four years ago, not three as mentioned some tweets above 🙏
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Boys of 41st Battalion The SSB. Fell fighting Red terror in Dantewada, this day ten years ago.
#LestWeForget
Boys of 41st Battalion The SSB. Fell fighting Red terror in Dantewada, this day ten years ago.
#LestWeForget
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These two 'Grinders' of 19th Battalion were martyred this day three years apart; yet more names amongst the thousands that've fallen
These two 'Grinders' of 19th Battalion were martyred this day three years apart; yet more names amongst the thousands that've fallen
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Sep Govind Prasad, 5RR (Jat Regiment).
Martyred this day in a war that many folks don't even realize we're fighting for past 30yrs plus
Sep Govind Prasad, 5RR (Jat Regiment).
Martyred this day in a war that many folks don't even realize we're fighting for past 30yrs plus
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15th martyrdom anniversary of this Kashmiri soldier .. fell fighting scum from across that wanted to desecrate his homeland
15th martyrdom anniversary of this Kashmiri soldier .. fell fighting scum from across that wanted to desecrate his homeland
2/3
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Lt Parthiban, Kirti Chakra (Posth), 5 JAKLI
This 23yr old from Tirunelveli too made the supreme sacrifice along with his Kashmiri brother mentioned in the tweet above.
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Lt Parthiban, Kirti Chakra (Posth), 5 JAKLI
This 23yr old from Tirunelveli too made the supreme sacrifice along with his Kashmiri brother mentioned in the tweet above.
3/3
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They wouldn't even have dreamt that they will ever go to this part of their Nation, if not for the supreme sacrifice of their son ..
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They wouldn't even have dreamt that they will ever go to this part of their Nation, if not for the supreme sacrifice of their son ..
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1048838557887082496
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The unnamed JKP policeman martyred in Kulgam, this day five years ago.
One wonders how many such men have fallen over the years .. unknown and unwept
The unnamed JKP policeman martyred in Kulgam, this day five years ago.
One wonders how many such men have fallen over the years .. unknown and unwept
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Col GG Gudur, CO 12 SikhLI
Passed away this day two years ago due to a cardiac arrest
Col GG Gudur, CO 12 SikhLI
Passed away this day two years ago due to a cardiac arrest
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SI Altaf Ahmed.
Sixth martyrdom anniversary of this one today.
SI Altaf Ahmed.
Sixth martyrdom anniversary of this one today.
https://twitter.com/Leopard212/status/917346657418723328
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Balwan Jat, martyred fighting scum from across, even as rest of the Valley grappled with the horrific earthquake that day
Balwan Jat, martyred fighting scum from across, even as rest of the Valley grappled with the horrific earthquake that day
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Wing Commander Ramesh 'Joe' Bakshi, an outstanding pilot and then CO No.7 Squadron 'BattleAxe'. Martyred in the fatal Mirage 2000 crash on 08 October 1989, during the 57th #AirForceDay celebrations at Palam, New Delhi.
Wing Commander Ramesh 'Joe' Bakshi, an outstanding pilot and then CO No.7 Squadron 'BattleAxe'. Martyred in the fatal Mirage 2000 crash on 08 October 1989, during the 57th #AirForceDay celebrations at Palam, New Delhi.
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https://twitter.com/TheNasirAhmad/status/1446288604737654785?t=n-6qxNFuOoq36Ex_-zrQJQ&s=19
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Martyrs of The Sikh Regiment, who fell in Op Pawan; a crazy war in a far away land ..
Martyrs of The Sikh Regiment, who fell in Op Pawan; a crazy war in a far away land ..
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Today marks 34 years since this photo was clicked.
God bless their souls ..
Today marks 34 years since this photo was clicked.
God bless their souls ..
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/784979606029930496
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Naik Chain Singh, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 9 Punjab
The one who chose to stay behind.
Here's his story ..
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Naik Chain Singh, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 9 Punjab
The one who chose to stay behind.
Here's his story ..
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Nk Chain Singh was born in Village Bhain Bangar in Gurdaspur, Punjab on 19 Oct 1931.
At exactly 20yrs of age, he got enrolled into 9th Battalion The Punjab Regiment.
Just about 11 years later, he found himself in command of a section in Tsangle, NEFA.
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Nk Chain Singh was born in Village Bhain Bangar in Gurdaspur, Punjab on 19 Oct 1931.
At exactly 20yrs of age, he got enrolled into 9th Battalion The Punjab Regiment.
Just about 11 years later, he found himself in command of a section in Tsangle, NEFA.
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On 09 Oct 1962, his platoon was ordered to move from Tsangle and reinforce a vital position at Tsengjong, north of the Namka Chu river.
Later at night, one more platoon joined them to increase the strength of the position to 56 men.
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On 09 Oct 1962, his platoon was ordered to move from Tsangle and reinforce a vital position at Tsengjong, north of the Namka Chu river.
Later at night, one more platoon joined them to increase the strength of the position to 56 men.
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The troops had limited ammunition to fight with & hardly any time to prepare their defences.
On the morning of 10th Oct 1962, more than 500 Chinese, concentrated in the north and east of this post, started shelling it with guns and mortars.
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The troops had limited ammunition to fight with & hardly any time to prepare their defences.
On the morning of 10th Oct 1962, more than 500 Chinese, concentrated in the north and east of this post, started shelling it with guns and mortars.
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Soon came the much expected physical assault. Although outnumbered nearly 10 to 1 and with a limited quantity of ammunition, own troops held their own and beat back the attack with heavy casualties to the Chinese.
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Soon came the much expected physical assault. Although outnumbered nearly 10 to 1 and with a limited quantity of ammunition, own troops held their own and beat back the attack with heavy casualties to the Chinese.
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However, the determined & logistically/numerically superior enemy soon launched a second, even stronger attack.
Once again, the Punjabis refused to give in, or for that matter, die. Instead, they held their own, littering the battlefield with Chinese corpses.
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However, the determined & logistically/numerically superior enemy soon launched a second, even stronger attack.
Once again, the Punjabis refused to give in, or for that matter, die. Instead, they held their own, littering the battlefield with Chinese corpses.
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But the poor logistics soon forced their hand and realizing the rapidly exhausting state of ammo, the company commander ordered own troops to pull back.
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But the poor logistics soon forced their hand and realizing the rapidly exhausting state of ammo, the company commander ordered own troops to pull back.
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However, the troops were still in contact with the enemy, & couldn't just get up & move back.
It was at this stage that Nk Chain Singh took charge of his section's LMG & let loose a hail of bullets on the enemy, giving cover to own troops for their withdrawal.
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However, the troops were still in contact with the enemy, & couldn't just get up & move back.
It was at this stage that Nk Chain Singh took charge of his section's LMG & let loose a hail of bullets on the enemy, giving cover to own troops for their withdrawal.
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With most of enemy fire now directed at this lone warrior, the inevitable soon happened - he got hit by enemy machine gun fire.
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With most of enemy fire now directed at this lone warrior, the inevitable soon happened - he got hit by enemy machine gun fire.
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Grievously wounded, he still kept up an effective fusillade of fire on the Chinese, giving all the cover that he could give as his comrades made their way to safety.
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Grievously wounded, he still kept up an effective fusillade of fire on the Chinese, giving all the cover that he could give as his comrades made their way to safety.
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However he could not continue long as another final, fatal burst from the enemy gun hit him in the head killing him instantaneously.
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However he could not continue long as another final, fatal burst from the enemy gun hit him in the head killing him instantaneously.
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This brave son of Mother India had sacrificed himself for the sake of his fellow brothers in arms, in a part of his Nation that couldn't possibly have been much farther from his birthplace.
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This brave son of Mother India had sacrificed himself for the sake of his fellow brothers in arms, in a part of his Nation that couldn't possibly have been much farther from his birthplace.
13/13
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Thus ended the 30 years and 356 day journey of Nk Chain Singh in that lifetime
A grateful Nation honoured his supreme sacrifice with a posthumous Maha Vir Chakra.
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Thus ended the 30 years and 356 day journey of Nk Chain Singh in that lifetime
A grateful Nation honoured his supreme sacrifice with a posthumous Maha Vir Chakra.
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Hav Malkiat Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth), 9 Punjab.
Also fell in the same battle as Nk Chain Singh (Refer a few tweets above) in 1962
Hav Malkiat Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth), 9 Punjab.
Also fell in the same battle as Nk Chain Singh (Refer a few tweets above) in 1962
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1314948185249505282
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Naik Subash Thapa, 3/5 Gorkha Rifles.
This 25 year old Bir Gorkhali soldier, hailing from Bagdogra, was martyred on the LoC this day last in 2019 in Naushera.
Today is his second martyrdom anniversary.
Remember him, anyone?
Naik Subash Thapa, 3/5 Gorkha Rifles.
This 25 year old Bir Gorkhali soldier, hailing from Bagdogra, was martyred on the LoC this day last in 2019 in Naushera.
Today is his second martyrdom anniversary.
Remember him, anyone?
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The local community came together and ensured that their young martyr is immortalized, forever inspiring the next generation, many of whom too will join the Indian Army like Subash and countless others before him.
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The local community came together and ensured that their young martyr is immortalized, forever inspiring the next generation, many of whom too will join the Indian Army like Subash and countless others before him.
https://twitter.com/TheDarjChron/status/1294644350492655619
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Balwan Jat, earned a Kirti Chakra for himself at only 24 yrs of age, making the supreme sacrifice in the process.
Balwan Jat, earned a Kirti Chakra for himself at only 24 yrs of age, making the supreme sacrifice in the process.
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Died fighting to ensure Kashmir stayed on in the Union, during a time when the thread joining it with the Union was really slender indeed.
Died fighting to ensure Kashmir stayed on in the Union, during a time when the thread joining it with the Union was really slender indeed.
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29 of the 30 Khalsas of the ill fated platoon of 'D' Company, 13 SikhLI, who were heli-dropped for a raid on Jaffna University on night 11/12 Oct, 1987 during Op Pawan.
Worthy successors to their warrior forefathers, they scripted a saga of bravery that night.
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29 of the 30 Khalsas of the ill fated platoon of 'D' Company, 13 SikhLI, who were heli-dropped for a raid on Jaffna University on night 11/12 Oct, 1987 during Op Pawan.
Worthy successors to their warrior forefathers, they scripted a saga of bravery that night.
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Leaked intel meant the LTTE knew of the plan and after the first wave landed, none else were able to do so.
As a result, instead of the 360 men planned to be dropped, only 30 could do so.
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Leaked intel meant the LTTE knew of the plan and after the first wave landed, none else were able to do so.
As a result, instead of the 360 men planned to be dropped, only 30 could do so.
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Undaunted, these Khalsas of Gobind moved on to link up with men of 10 Para Battalion as was originally planned, though with 12 times lesser numbers.
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Undaunted, these Khalsas of Gobind moved on to link up with men of 10 Para Battalion as was originally planned, though with 12 times lesser numbers.
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It was a fierce fight, with no side asking for any quarters, and none giving any. So much so that the last three men alive put in an audacious bayonet charge instead of surrendering.
Two of them died and one badly wounded was taken prisoner.
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It was a fierce fight, with no side asking for any quarters, and none giving any. So much so that the last three men alive put in an audacious bayonet charge instead of surrendering.
Two of them died and one badly wounded was taken prisoner.
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Bodies of the fallen Khalsa warriors lay sprawled on a roadside for next few days where they were dumped by the enemy, and burnt thereafter using a can of petrol.
Sepoy Gora Singh was the sole survivor and told of their saga of valour after his release.
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Bodies of the fallen Khalsa warriors lay sprawled on a roadside for next few days where they were dumped by the enemy, and burnt thereafter using a can of petrol.
Sepoy Gora Singh was the sole survivor and told of their saga of valour after his release.
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They had fallen in the battlefield in true warrior traditions, choosing death over the ignominy of surrender. They went to their deaths, heroically and steadfastly, without any fuss, playing the cards dealt to them by fate, to the best of their abilities.
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They had fallen in the battlefield in true warrior traditions, choosing death over the ignominy of surrender. They went to their deaths, heroically and steadfastly, without any fuss, playing the cards dealt to them by fate, to the best of their abilities.
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In the process, they earned for their Paltan, four Vir Chakras and Six Sena Medals, plus an everlasting name in the glorious military history of the Nation.
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In the process, they earned for their Paltan, four Vir Chakras and Six Sena Medals, plus an everlasting name in the glorious military history of the Nation.
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Wherever the Paltan, 13 Sikh LI is today, they would be having the yearly Ardas after bhog of the Akhand Paath in memory of their braves.
As for the rest of the Nation, hardly anyone remembers.
God bless their souls.
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Wherever the Paltan, 13 Sikh LI is today, they would be having the yearly Ardas after bhog of the Akhand Paath in memory of their braves.
As for the rest of the Nation, hardly anyone remembers.
God bless their souls.
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Naik Babu Lal, Naik Ganga Ram, VrC, Naik Lakhmi Singh, Naik Umesh Pandey, Naik Manohar Singh Rathore and Paratrooper Manuwa Kujur.
These were the men of 10 Para who too fell with their SikhLI brethren that night in Jaffna.
Naik Babu Lal, Naik Ganga Ram, VrC, Naik Lakhmi Singh, Naik Umesh Pandey, Naik Manohar Singh Rathore and Paratrooper Manuwa Kujur.
These were the men of 10 Para who too fell with their SikhLI brethren that night in Jaffna.
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Sergeant K. Milind Kishore, Shaurya Chakra (P) and Corporal Nilesh Kumar Nayan, Shaurya Chakra (P) - the two IAF Garud commandoes KIA in an encounter with terrorists in Hajin, Bandipur this day four years ago.
Sergeant K. Milind Kishore, Shaurya Chakra (P) and Corporal Nilesh Kumar Nayan, Shaurya Chakra (P) - the two IAF Garud commandoes KIA in an encounter with terrorists in Hajin, Bandipur this day four years ago.
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Sub Nand Kishore, Vir Chakra (P), 4 Kumaon.
This Vir Ahir from Rewari was a man possessed, this day in 1965, as he ordered even Yamraj to wait till he was done hoisting the Tricolour on the objective he was tasked to capture.
Do read his citation below.
I insist
Sub Nand Kishore, Vir Chakra (P), 4 Kumaon.
This Vir Ahir from Rewari was a man possessed, this day in 1965, as he ordered even Yamraj to wait till he was done hoisting the Tricolour on the objective he was tasked to capture.
Do read his citation below.
I insist
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Lt Dilip Gupte, 56th Engineer Regiment
Martyred in the 1965 war, in an op that continued even after the ceasefire. Was providing engineer support to 4 Kumaon this day when his position was attacked by the enemy near the Jura Bridge in Tithwal.
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Lt Dilip Gupte, 56th Engineer Regiment
Martyred in the 1965 war, in an op that continued even after the ceasefire. Was providing engineer support to 4 Kumaon this day when his position was attacked by the enemy near the Jura Bridge in Tithwal.
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He fought off the enemy hordes along with his Kumaoni brothers from the infantry. Such was the fight that when bullets ran out, they decided to enforce their will by putting their bayonets and rifle butts to good use.
The enemy fled, just like he had done ..
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He fought off the enemy hordes along with his Kumaoni brothers from the infantry. Such was the fight that when bullets ran out, they decided to enforce their will by putting their bayonets and rifle butts to good use.
The enemy fled, just like he had done ..
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.. so many times before.
But this young, 23 year old lad, born into a family of doctors, lay martyred, along with quite a few of his fellow infantrymen.
God bless his soul ..
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.. so many times before.
But this young, 23 year old lad, born into a family of doctors, lay martyred, along with quite a few of his fellow infantrymen.
God bless his soul ..
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Capt Karunakaran, Maj Bisht, and 39 other men of 4 Kumaon that were martyred this day in the same operation as Lt Dilip Gupte and Sub Nand Kishore above, in 1965.
Capt Karunakaran, Maj Bisht, and 39 other men of 4 Kumaon that were martyred this day in the same operation as Lt Dilip Gupte and Sub Nand Kishore above, in 1965.
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These five that were martyred earlier today in Rajauri
These five that were martyred earlier today in Rajauri
https://twitter.com/LestWeForgetIN/status/1447561402734972941
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On this day 33 years ago, Hav Pandurang Kakfale, deployed with his battalion in IPKF, was one of the section commanders of the company tasked to assault and capture Maruthnamadam town.
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On this day 33 years ago, Hav Pandurang Kakfale, deployed with his battalion in IPKF, was one of the section commanders of the company tasked to assault and capture Maruthnamadam town.
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The enemy offered stiff resistance, and Kakfale was soon wounded.
Unmindful of his injuries, he continued leading his section and personally destroyed a bunker housing a machine gun that had stalled their advance.
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The enemy offered stiff resistance, and Kakfale was soon wounded.
Unmindful of his injuries, he continued leading his section and personally destroyed a bunker housing a machine gun that had stalled their advance.
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In the process, however, he received one final, fatal burst and fell on the battlefield, dead, but not before he had cleared the way for his comrades to push on.
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In the process, however, he received one final, fatal burst and fell on the battlefield, dead, but not before he had cleared the way for his comrades to push on.
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He was awarded the Vir Chakra for his gallantry on his final battlefield.
#LestWeForget
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He was awarded the Vir Chakra for his gallantry on his final battlefield.
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Three against hundreds.
Still stuck at this thought since yesterday.
What men those must have been ..
What a night that must've been ..
Can't even begin to imagine ..
Three against hundreds.
Still stuck at this thought since yesterday.
What men those must have been ..
What a night that must've been ..
Can't even begin to imagine ..
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1447585805485084680
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Signalman Santosh Gope.
Martyred on the LoC this day in a ceasefire violation in Rampur Sector, near Baramula, this day in 2019.
Signalman Santosh Gope.
Martyred on the LoC this day in a ceasefire violation in Rampur Sector, near Baramula, this day in 2019.
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HC Ramdhar Ram, 75th Battalion The BSF.
Martyred in Srinagar, this day in 1990, at a time when the Union of India was still struggling to get a grip on the terror in Kashmir.
God bless him and countless other such soldiers that fell in the process ..
HC Ramdhar Ram, 75th Battalion The BSF.
Martyred in Srinagar, this day in 1990, at a time when the Union of India was still struggling to get a grip on the terror in Kashmir.
God bless him and countless other such soldiers that fell in the process ..
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26th martyrdom anniversary of these two Khalsas who fell to preserve the unity of the Republic.
26th martyrdom anniversary of these two Khalsas who fell to preserve the unity of the Republic.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
1 SIKH - The saviours of Kashmir.
Heralded an epic campaign. Lost many on the way.
#Respect
1 SIKH - The saviours of Kashmir.
Heralded an epic campaign. Lost many on the way.
#Respect
1/2
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Young lad, martyred trying to evacuate innocent school kids during an encounter in Shopiyan, Kashmir, during an encounter, this day 15 years ago.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Young lad, martyred trying to evacuate innocent school kids during an encounter in Shopiyan, Kashmir, during an encounter, this day 15 years ago.
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Shopiyan was amongst the 'hottest' towns last stone pelting season, as also in those preceding it.
Wonder how many of those kids that he saved at the cost of his life were part of those crowds as young adults ..
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Shopiyan was amongst the 'hottest' towns last stone pelting season, as also in those preceding it.
Wonder how many of those kids that he saved at the cost of his life were part of those crowds as young adults ..
^^
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Incidentally, the above obituary has consistently figured in this thread, whenever I replug it. May have a look
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Incidentally, the above obituary has consistently figured in this thread, whenever I replug it. May have a look
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1274347431912591360
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Gunner Gursahib Singh, Sena Medal (Posth), 30 RR / 171 Medium Regiment.
Sacrificed his life while fighting terrorists in Handwara, this day seven yrs ago
Gunner Gursahib Singh, Sena Medal (Posth), 30 RR / 171 Medium Regiment.
Sacrificed his life while fighting terrorists in Handwara, this day seven yrs ago
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34th martyrdom anniversary today.
#LestWeForget
34th martyrdom anniversary today.
#LestWeForget
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1446799625998974979
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Maj Ngangom Joy Dutta Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth), 4/5 GR.
Also martyred in the same operation as above, while extricating besieged comrades of 13 SikhLI & 10 Para.
Bloodied his Khukri with plenty of LTTE blood before ultimately falling.
Maj Ngangom Joy Dutta Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth), 4/5 GR.
Also martyred in the same operation as above, while extricating besieged comrades of 13 SikhLI & 10 Para.
Bloodied his Khukri with plenty of LTTE blood before ultimately falling.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
LNk Govind Singh, Ninth Battalion The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces).
Fell fighting scum from the ironically named Land of the Pure in Poonch this day six years ago.
LNk Govind Singh, Ninth Battalion The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces).
Fell fighting scum from the ironically named Land of the Pure in Poonch this day six years ago.
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Today marks 23 years since this young tiger roared into a terrorist hideout in Pulwama, guns blazing, leading his men from the front, killing NINE terrorists before breathing his last.
1/2
Today marks 23 years since this young tiger roared into a terrorist hideout in Pulwama, guns blazing, leading his men from the front, killing NINE terrorists before breathing his last.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
2/2
Regulars on the Old Delhi-Jaipur Road (Gurgaon) might recognise the road & crossing named after this local lad of Sector 14
2/2
Regulars on the Old Delhi-Jaipur Road (Gurgaon) might recognise the road & crossing named after this local lad of Sector 14
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Khurshid Ahmed, JKP
Martyred in the line of duty this day four years ago, defending his Motherland from scum that want to desecrate it
Khurshid Ahmed, JKP
Martyred in the line of duty this day four years ago, defending his Motherland from scum that want to desecrate it
#ObituaryOfTheDay
CT/GD Ghansham Gurjar, SSB.
Martyred in the accursed 'Jannat' this day five years ago
CT/GD Ghansham Gurjar, SSB.
Martyred in the accursed 'Jannat' this day five years ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lt Col Arun Kumar Chhabra, Sena Medal, Second in Command of 10 Para (Scorpions).
Martyred during Op Pawan this day in 1989, personally leading an operation against a heavily fortified LTTE stronghold.
Lt Col Arun Kumar Chhabra, Sena Medal, Second in Command of 10 Para (Scorpions).
Martyred during Op Pawan this day in 1989, personally leading an operation against a heavily fortified LTTE stronghold.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sep Abhijith PS
Second Martyrdom Anniversary today
Sep Abhijith PS
Second Martyrdom Anniversary today
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1316414184637321216
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Men of 10 Para Commando Battalion (Scorpions) who fell in the line of duty during Op Pawan.
Men of 10 Para Commando Battalion (Scorpions) who fell in the line of duty during Op Pawan.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Veer Bihari Martyrs of 9 & 14 Bihar & 4 RR(Bihar), remembered on the occasion of Raising Day of the three units
Veer Bihari Martyrs of 9 & 14 Bihar & 4 RR(Bihar), remembered on the occasion of Raising Day of the three units
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'Grinder' of 39th Battalion, The Rashtriya Rifles, martyred fighting scum from across this day 19 years ago
'Grinder' of 39th Battalion, The Rashtriya Rifles, martyred fighting scum from across this day 19 years ago
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L/Nk Mohammad Firoz Khan, Sena Medal (Posth), 38 Rashtriya Rifles / Madras Regiment.
This son of Mother India fell guarding the LoC in Poonch this day in 2013.
L/Nk Mohammad Firoz Khan, Sena Medal (Posth), 38 Rashtriya Rifles / Madras Regiment.
This son of Mother India fell guarding the LoC in Poonch this day in 2013.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
14 Oct
Rifleman Yogambar Singh & Rifleman Vikram Singh Negi.
Fell yesterday, in the service of the Motherland.
14 Oct
Rifleman Yogambar Singh & Rifleman Vikram Singh Negi.
Fell yesterday, in the service of the Motherland.
https://twitter.com/NorthernComd_IA/status/1448974120473956360
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Rfn Shyam Rai.
From Kirant Region of Nepal. Must not have been a day over 22yrs old.
20 years today since he fell
#LestWeForget
Rfn Shyam Rai.
From Kirant Region of Nepal. Must not have been a day over 22yrs old.
20 years today since he fell
#LestWeForget
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Capt Sunil Chander, Vir Chakra (Posth)
Fell when trying to resupply his besieged comrades during Op Pawan
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Capt Sunil Chander, Vir Chakra (Posth)
Fell when trying to resupply his besieged comrades during Op Pawan
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Sep Prabhakar Patre, 8 Mahar, Vir Chakra (Posth).
Also fell with his Company Commander, Capt Sunil Chander
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sep Prabhakar Patre, 8 Mahar, Vir Chakra (Posth).
Also fell with his Company Commander, Capt Sunil Chander
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Today marks 33 years since these two from Eighth Battalion The Mahar Regiment laid down their lives in a remote battlefield in a now forgotten war.
Here is their story ..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Today marks 33 years since these two from Eighth Battalion The Mahar Regiment laid down their lives in a remote battlefield in a now forgotten war.
Here is their story ..
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One of the companies of their battalion was surrounded by the LTTE & under repeated attacks for some time, running low on ammo.
Capt Sunil and Sepoy Prabhakar were part of the party that was tasked to resupply ammo to the besieged troops.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
One of the companies of their battalion was surrounded by the LTTE & under repeated attacks for some time, running low on ammo.
Capt Sunil and Sepoy Prabhakar were part of the party that was tasked to resupply ammo to the besieged troops.
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The task in itself may sound simple, but it was far from that.
Just imagine, a company of an Indian Army battalion inside a war zone, actually besieged & running out of ammo.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
The task in itself may sound simple, but it was far from that.
Just imagine, a company of an Indian Army battalion inside a war zone, actually besieged & running out of ammo.
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Just imagine the kind of enemy that must have engaged it, and the sheer numbers that might be in the vicinity, for the simple task of PREVENTING any resupplies or reinforcements to the surrounded company.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Just imagine the kind of enemy that must have engaged it, and the sheer numbers that might be in the vicinity, for the simple task of PREVENTING any resupplies or reinforcements to the surrounded company.
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And this was exactly the task that Capt Sunil and his men were ordered to do.
They too knew the odds.
They knew the enemy would be waiting for them.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
And this was exactly the task that Capt Sunil and his men were ordered to do.
They too knew the odds.
They knew the enemy would be waiting for them.
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But comrades were in danger.
This was a job from which not everyone would come back alive.
They knew this too.
They also knew that earlier attempts at resupply using helicopters had failed due to enemy fire.
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But comrades were in danger.
This was a job from which not everyone would come back alive.
They knew this too.
They also knew that earlier attempts at resupply using helicopters had failed due to enemy fire.
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It was this same enemy through which they would have to physically fight their way, loaded with supplies that would slow them down.
Yet they bashed on.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
It was this same enemy through which they would have to physically fight their way, loaded with supplies that would slow them down.
Yet they bashed on.
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And it turned out to be exactly how they had expected it to be - Bloody.
The enemy was determined not to let them reach their comrades, just as they were determined to do so.
In the end, the good guys prevailed.
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And it turned out to be exactly how they had expected it to be - Bloody.
The enemy was determined not to let them reach their comrades, just as they were determined to do so.
In the end, the good guys prevailed.
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Capt Sunil and his team broke through the tight LTTE cordon and reached their besieged comrades with the much needed ammo, literally saving their lives.
But in doing so, Capt Sunil and Sepoy Prabhakar were grievously wounded.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Capt Sunil and his team broke through the tight LTTE cordon and reached their besieged comrades with the much needed ammo, literally saving their lives.
But in doing so, Capt Sunil and Sepoy Prabhakar were grievously wounded.
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Yet they hung on & chose to breathe their last only AFTER the job had been successfully accomplished.
They ensured that they broke thru to the besieged company with life saving supplies, and ONLY THEN did they succumb to the injuries sustained in the process.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Yet they hung on & chose to breathe their last only AFTER the job had been successfully accomplished.
They ensured that they broke thru to the besieged company with life saving supplies, and ONLY THEN did they succumb to the injuries sustained in the process.
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It must have been one hell of a fight. And these two & their comrades must have been some badass fighters.
In the end these two men & their comrades CHOSE to go to certain deaths, steadfastly and heroically, without any fuss, for the sake of their comrades.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
It must have been one hell of a fight. And these two & their comrades must have been some badass fighters.
In the end these two men & their comrades CHOSE to go to certain deaths, steadfastly and heroically, without any fuss, for the sake of their comrades.
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A grateful Nation acknowledged their selfless sacrifice & bestowed a Vir Chakra upon each of these martyrs.
Om Shanti..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
A grateful Nation acknowledged their selfless sacrifice & bestowed a Vir Chakra upon each of these martyrs.
Om Shanti..
15/15
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Capt Sunil was an alumnus of Sainik School Lucknow, the same school from where Capt Manoj Pandey too would graduate some years later.
The school has chosen to immortalize this valiant alumnus with an yearly debate competition.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Capt Sunil was an alumnus of Sainik School Lucknow, the same school from where Capt Manoj Pandey too would graduate some years later.
The school has chosen to immortalize this valiant alumnus with an yearly debate competition.
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/919783211567259648
^^
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Sep Prabhakar Patre, Vir Chakra (Posth), 8 Mahar.
Also martyred in the same operation as above.
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Sep Prabhakar Patre, Vir Chakra (Posth), 8 Mahar.
Also martyred in the same operation as above.
https://twitter.com/priority_n/status/1449353685843124228
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Sep Sudheesh Kumar, KIA in Rajauri this day five years ago at the peak of his youth.
He was a mere 24 yrs of age
Sep Sudheesh Kumar, KIA in Rajauri this day five years ago at the peak of his youth.
He was a mere 24 yrs of age
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Air Marshal Prithi Singh,PVSM AVSM VM Bar ADC, (April 8, 1934-October 16, 2012), former AOC-in-C Western Air Command. A pilot who flew around 120 aircraft types and versions during his lifetime.
Passed away this day nine years ago.
Air Marshal Prithi Singh,PVSM AVSM VM Bar ADC, (April 8, 1934-October 16, 2012), former AOC-in-C Western Air Command. A pilot who flew around 120 aircraft types and versions during his lifetime.
Passed away this day nine years ago.
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Kamal Kishore, JK Police (SOG) who lost his life during an encounter between militants and security forces in Srinagar this day three years ago.
Kamal Kishore, JK Police (SOG) who lost his life during an encounter between militants and security forces in Srinagar this day three years ago.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
'Grinder' of 39th Battalion RR, martyred fighting scum from across 17 yrs ago
Just look at his eyes.
Intense ..
'Grinder' of 39th Battalion RR, martyred fighting scum from across 17 yrs ago
Just look at his eyes.
Intense ..
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2Lt RS Nagar, Vir Chakra (Posth), 16 Sikh
Fell this day in 1987 in Sri Lanka at a young age
#LestWeForget
2Lt RS Nagar, Vir Chakra (Posth), 16 Sikh
Fell this day in 1987 in Sri Lanka at a young age
#LestWeForget
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Kiranti Veer, from Kirant region of Nepal.
This Bir Gorkhali soldier of Mother India fell this day 21 yrs ago fighting Paaki intruders.
Kiranti Veer, from Kirant region of Nepal.
This Bir Gorkhali soldier of Mother India fell this day 21 yrs ago fighting Paaki intruders.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Chhattisgarh Policemen, fell to an IED triggered by red terrorists 20 yrs ago.
#NeverForget
Chhattisgarh Policemen, fell to an IED triggered by red terrorists 20 yrs ago.
#NeverForget
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Head Constable Vijay Bhan Singh, BSF.
Head Constable Vijay Bhan Singh, BSF.
https://twitter.com/ASheikh550277/status/1449707184862887942
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Martyrs of First Battalion The Bihar Regiment, remembered on one of their Battle Honour Days.
One fine fighting outfit, this.
#Respect
Martyrs of First Battalion The Bihar Regiment, remembered on one of their Battle Honour Days.
One fine fighting outfit, this.
#Respect
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Life, to be sure,
Is nothing much to lose,
But young men think it is,
And we were young..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Life, to be sure,
Is nothing much to lose,
But young men think it is,
And we were young..
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This 25 year old from Haryana was serving with Third Battalion The Rajput Regiment in the badlands of Kupwara when he earned martyrdom and at the same time, immortality, this day in 2003.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
This 25 year old from Haryana was serving with Third Battalion The Rajput Regiment in the badlands of Kupwara when he earned martyrdom and at the same time, immortality, this day in 2003.
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His moment of glory came when a search party led by him through a dense forest suddenly came under heavy fire by militants waiting in ambush.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
His moment of glory came when a search party led by him through a dense forest suddenly came under heavy fire by militants waiting in ambush.
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It was sheer bad luck for the militants that day, however.
They had unluckily, engaged a patrol of Rajput warriors led by a fearless Jat!
#ObituaryOfTheDay
It was sheer bad luck for the militants that day, however.
They had unluckily, engaged a patrol of Rajput warriors led by a fearless Jat!
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Unsurprisingly, without sparing even a single moment to think about his personal safety, Lt Atri charged ferociously TOWARDS the militants who were still bringing down heavy fire on his 'boys', some of whom would've easily been a decade & a half older to him.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Unsurprisingly, without sparing even a single moment to think about his personal safety, Lt Atri charged ferociously TOWARDS the militants who were still bringing down heavy fire on his 'boys', some of whom would've easily been a decade & a half older to him.
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By doing this, Lt Atri ensured that all fire was directed towards him and his men got a chance to seek cover.
His charge resulted in total disarray in the militants' ranks & the killing of two of them.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
By doing this, Lt Atri ensured that all fire was directed towards him and his men got a chance to seek cover.
His charge resulted in total disarray in the militants' ranks & the killing of two of them.
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However, Lt Atri too was seriously injured in the process.
Yet, determined to protect his men from harm, Atri kept the militants engaged, soon accounting for yet another militant before breathing his last.
All this happened literally in the blink of an eye.
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However, Lt Atri too was seriously injured in the process.
Yet, determined to protect his men from harm, Atri kept the militants engaged, soon accounting for yet another militant before breathing his last.
All this happened literally in the blink of an eye.
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Soon, his enraged Rajputs rallied & took out the remaining five terrorists too.
No prisoners were taken alive in that forest that day.
Not when their young leader lay dead.
No terrorist saw the next dawn.
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Soon, his enraged Rajputs rallied & took out the remaining five terrorists too.
No prisoners were taken alive in that forest that day.
Not when their young leader lay dead.
No terrorist saw the next dawn.
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However, the gallant young Lt Dheerendra Singh Atri lay martyred, having lived up to, and died by the Chetwode motto all army officers swear by.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
However, the gallant young Lt Dheerendra Singh Atri lay martyred, having lived up to, and died by the Chetwode motto all army officers swear by.
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A grateful nation bestowed upon this young warrior, The Kirti Chakra, for his supreme sacrifice.
The same was received from the President, Dr Kalam, by the father of Lt Dheerendra Atri, Brig DS Atri, VSM, a still serving officer at the time.
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A grateful nation bestowed upon this young warrior, The Kirti Chakra, for his supreme sacrifice.
The same was received from the President, Dr Kalam, by the father of Lt Dheerendra Atri, Brig DS Atri, VSM, a still serving officer at the time.
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His memory was recently immortalized in his place of birth.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
His memory was recently immortalized in his place of birth.
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1316173887470743552
14/14
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A strange quirk of fate .. NOTHING else can explain this photograph and the unique circumstances that it captured.
God bless them all ..
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A strange quirk of fate .. NOTHING else can explain this photograph and the unique circumstances that it captured.
God bless them all ..
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1187000993994686465
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An indomitable warrior and compassionate human being - This obit says a lot about the kind of person he was.
No wonder that with such a lineage this Paltan achieved the impossible during the Kargil War.
Om Shanti ..
An indomitable warrior and compassionate human being - This obit says a lot about the kind of person he was.
No wonder that with such a lineage this Paltan achieved the impossible during the Kargil War.
Om Shanti ..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
19529 F(P) Flt Lt Pankaj Ahluwalia, 101 Squadron IAF.
This 27 year old was martyred this day in 1994 when his MiG 21M crashed near Sirsa.
19529 F(P) Flt Lt Pankaj Ahluwalia, 101 Squadron IAF.
This 27 year old was martyred this day in 1994 when his MiG 21M crashed near Sirsa.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Am willing to wager that this lad wouldn't have been a day over 21yrs of age when he fell.
#Respect
Am willing to wager that this lad wouldn't have been a day over 21yrs of age when he fell.
#Respect
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Head Constable Phuljems Minj, Chhattisgarh Police.
Murdered by 'Gandhians with Guns', this day 13 years ago.
#LestWeForget
Head Constable Phuljems Minj, Chhattisgarh Police.
Murdered by 'Gandhians with Guns', this day 13 years ago.
#LestWeForget
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Veteran officers, martyred when their chopper went down during Anti Naxal Ops this day 10 yrs ago
Veteran officers, martyred when their chopper went down during Anti Naxal Ops this day 10 yrs ago
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Col Sangram Singh Bhati, Shaurya Chakra, 10 Para (Special Forces).
Passed away this day three years ago .. gone far too soon.
God Bless his soul
Col Sangram Singh Bhati, Shaurya Chakra, 10 Para (Special Forces).
Passed away this day three years ago .. gone far too soon.
God Bless his soul
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Hav Saroop Singh, Maha Vir Chakra (P), 14 J&K Militia.
This Khalsa of Gobind was manning the Bhujang Post in Ladakh when Chinese hordes came calling, this day in 1962.
He stood like a rock.
Right upto his last breath.
God Bless his soul.
Hav Saroop Singh, Maha Vir Chakra (P), 14 J&K Militia.
This Khalsa of Gobind was manning the Bhujang Post in Ladakh when Chinese hordes came calling, this day in 1962.
He stood like a rock.
Right upto his last breath.
God Bless his soul.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Insp Mohammad Ashraf, JKP
Yet another son of Kashmir martyred in Pak sponsored terror in his homeland, this day last year.
Insp Mohammad Ashraf, JKP
Yet another son of Kashmir martyred in Pak sponsored terror in his homeland, this day last year.
https://twitter.com/kashmir_watch/status/1318190345671168000
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The thousands who were sent to their deaths by a blinkered political & a spineless military leadership in the China war of 1962 that commenced this day.
A few will be remembered here in this very thread. All others will stay unnamed, but not forgotten ..
The thousands who were sent to their deaths by a blinkered political & a spineless military leadership in the China war of 1962 that commenced this day.
A few will be remembered here in this very thread. All others will stay unnamed, but not forgotten ..
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Capt Mahabir Prasad, MVC(P) - fell after a heroic last stand at Namka Chu, this day 59 yrs ago
Capt Mahabir Prasad, MVC(P) - fell after a heroic last stand at Namka Chu, this day 59 yrs ago
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Nk Roshan Singh, 1 Sikh & his section worth of troops, all of whom fought literally to the last man last round at Namka Chu this day in 1962
Nk Roshan Singh, 1 Sikh & his section worth of troops, all of whom fought literally to the last man last round at Namka Chu this day in 1962
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Capt Mangat, blown apart along with all his men manning his Signals bunker this day in 1962
Capt Mangat, blown apart along with all his men manning his Signals bunker this day in 1962
#ObituaryOfTheDay
The scores of ill equipped soldiers of Indian Army that fell in 1962 in this (officially) first day in a war that anyone who cared, KNEW was coming.
The scores of ill equipped soldiers of Indian Army that fell in 1962 in this (officially) first day in a war that anyone who cared, KNEW was coming.
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'I say with pride that at no stage did any of my jawans suggest that we withdraw or tried to run away from the fight'
What men must those have been .. going into the jaws of inevitable death heroically & steadfastly, without any fuss
rediff.com/news/slide-sho…
'I say with pride that at no stage did any of my jawans suggest that we withdraw or tried to run away from the fight'
What men must those have been .. going into the jaws of inevitable death heroically & steadfastly, without any fuss
rediff.com/news/slide-sho…
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The four Assam Rifles boys that were martyred while on a routine patrol this day in 1975, when the Chinese crossed 500m inside sovereign Indian territory across the Tulung La Pass in Arunachal Pradesh and ambushed them.
The four Assam Rifles boys that were martyred while on a routine patrol this day in 1975, when the Chinese crossed 500m inside sovereign Indian territory across the Tulung La Pass in Arunachal Pradesh and ambushed them.
^^
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In fact, they were captured and then tortured to death by the PLA.
stratnewsglobal.com/china/tulung-l…
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In fact, they were captured and then tortured to death by the PLA.
stratnewsglobal.com/china/tulung-l…
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Hav Padam Bahadur Shrestha and Rifleman Gamil Kumar Shrestha, 3/9 Gorkha Rifles.
Martyred this day in 2019 during a ceasefire violation at the LoC in Tangdhar Sector.
Hav Padam Bahadur Shrestha and Rifleman Gamil Kumar Shrestha, 3/9 Gorkha Rifles.
Martyred this day in 2019 during a ceasefire violation at the LoC in Tangdhar Sector.
^^
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They were seen off by brothers in arms in a poignant ceremony at Srinagar, with crisp salutes and wreaths by military hierarchy right upto the very top guy in the Valley ..
God bless their souls ..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
They were seen off by brothers in arms in a poignant ceremony at Srinagar, with crisp salutes and wreaths by military hierarchy right upto the very top guy in the Valley ..
God bless their souls ..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Vinod Kumar Rana, Deccan Horse / 37 Rashtriya Rifles.
Fell this day in 2002 in J&K
Maj Vinod Kumar Rana, Deccan Horse / 37 Rashtriya Rifles.
Fell this day in 2002 in J&K
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19 Oct
Maj Gurpreet Singh, 10 Dogra / 11 RR.
22 years since this one fell.
19 Oct
Maj Gurpreet Singh, 10 Dogra / 11 RR.
22 years since this one fell.
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1450461730258178049
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14 Oct
Capt B Prabhu Devan, Army Aviation Corps
14 Oct
Capt B Prabhu Devan, Army Aviation Corps
https://twitter.com/Ashoksh68102184/status/1450304659634024449
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Rfn Babu Rao Bongu, Sixth Battalion The Assam Rifles.
Fell in Arunachal Pradesh this day last year.
Rfn Babu Rao Bongu, Sixth Battalion The Assam Rifles.
Fell in Arunachal Pradesh this day last year.
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20 Oct
Sep Raghubhai Bavaliya, The Mahar Regiment.
20 Oct
Sep Raghubhai Bavaliya, The Mahar Regiment.
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1319576206816251904
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SSB trooper.
Fell this day three years ago.
SSB trooper.
Fell this day three years ago.
https://twitter.com/DGSSB/status/1451047220267028486
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SIX men of Chhattisgarh Police fell in a single engagement this day ten yrs ago in Bastar.
#NeverForget
SIX men of Chhattisgarh Police fell in a single engagement this day ten yrs ago in Bastar.
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Guardsman Rajaseb Babu Maniyar, Vir Chakra (Posthumous), 6 Guards was all of 26 years old when he achieved immortality this day 34 yrs ago in a faraway battlefield in Sri Lanka.
Here's his story ..
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Guardsman Rajaseb Babu Maniyar, Vir Chakra (Posthumous), 6 Guards was all of 26 years old when he achieved immortality this day 34 yrs ago in a faraway battlefield in Sri Lanka.
Here's his story ..
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Maniyar was a light machine gunner with with the rear platoon of 'B' Company of 6 Guards who'd been ordered to join their Brigade HQ location at Kepai by capturing all enemy positions enroute.
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Maniyar was a light machine gunner with with the rear platoon of 'B' Company of 6 Guards who'd been ordered to join their Brigade HQ location at Kepai by capturing all enemy positions enroute.
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To do so, the company had to move through a militant infested area along a heavily mined road.
They HAD to move along the road due to the vehicles that had to move with them.
The Company had progressed hardly 200 yards when they came under heavy fire.
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To do so, the company had to move through a militant infested area along a heavily mined road.
They HAD to move along the road due to the vehicles that had to move with them.
The Company had progressed hardly 200 yards when they came under heavy fire.
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The forward elements were pinned down & unable to retaliate effectively.
At this point the company commander ordered the rear platoon to attack the enemy from a flank.
The platoon commander, in turn, ordered Maniyar to deploy his LMG & cover the platoon's move
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The forward elements were pinned down & unable to retaliate effectively.
At this point the company commander ordered the rear platoon to attack the enemy from a flank.
The platoon commander, in turn, ordered Maniyar to deploy his LMG & cover the platoon's move
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While executing this order, young Maniyar himself came under very heavy fire that prevented him from carrying out his task. He decided to move to an alternate position.
But in doing so, he was hit by a bullet in his abdomen.
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While executing this order, young Maniyar himself came under very heavy fire that prevented him from carrying out his task. He decided to move to an alternate position.
But in doing so, he was hit by a bullet in his abdomen.
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Regardless, he brought his LMG into action from the new position & continued to cover his platoon's move.
Soon he noticed that the enemy had opened up another position near him within grenade range.
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Regardless, he brought his LMG into action from the new position & continued to cover his platoon's move.
Soon he noticed that the enemy had opened up another position near him within grenade range.
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He did the needful and silenced the position by lobbing a grenade.
But by now, he had lost a large amount of blood and soon succumbed.
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He did the needful and silenced the position by lobbing a grenade.
But by now, he had lost a large amount of blood and soon succumbed.
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His gallant actions saved not only the lives of his platoon mates but also enabled them to relieve the pressure on the forward platoon that was pinned down.
Guardsman Maniyar was awarded the Vir Chakra for his supreme sacrifice.
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His gallant actions saved not only the lives of his platoon mates but also enabled them to relieve the pressure on the forward platoon that was pinned down.
Guardsman Maniyar was awarded the Vir Chakra for his supreme sacrifice.
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Opening shots of the 1962 war were actually fired this day in 1959
Yet we failed to see the writing on the wall.
Opening shots of the 1962 war were actually fired this day in 1959
Yet we failed to see the writing on the wall.
https://twitter.com/crpfindia/status/1318732089206829056
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Hav Kaushal Kumar, L/Nk Ranjeet Singh & Rfn Rajat Kumar Basan, 8 JAK LI.
Third martyrdom anniversary today ..
Hav Kaushal Kumar, L/Nk Ranjeet Singh & Rfn Rajat Kumar Basan, 8 JAK LI.
Third martyrdom anniversary today ..
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1318823790621622272
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Nk Bahadur Singh, 6 Kumaon, VrC(P)
Held on to HIS land against Chinese hordes in the farthest corner of the Motherland - Kibithu - in 1962, till his last breath
Nk Bahadur Singh, 6 Kumaon, VrC(P)
Held on to HIS land against Chinese hordes in the farthest corner of the Motherland - Kibithu - in 1962, till his last breath
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Maj Mahander Singh Chaudhary, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 9 PUNJAB. Fell this day in 1962
Maj Mahander Singh Chaudhary, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 9 PUNJAB. Fell this day in 1962
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1318784840746061824
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Maj BK Pant, 2 Rajput.
Fell this day in the 1962 War
Maj BK Pant, 2 Rajput.
Fell this day in the 1962 War
https://twitter.com/Soldiering_/status/1451131377328427011
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Constable Gurnam Singh, BSF.
Martyred in cross border firing this day five years ago.
Name missed in the obit above.
Constable Gurnam Singh, BSF.
Martyred in cross border firing this day five years ago.
Name missed in the obit above.
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This one sacrificed himself for the sake of the Union of India during the darkest days of the Kashmir insurgency, earning a Shaurya Chakra in the process
This one sacrificed himself for the sake of the Union of India during the darkest days of the Kashmir insurgency, earning a Shaurya Chakra in the process
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Naib Subedar Sunil Ravsaheb Valte, 24th Battalion The Maratha Light Infantry.
Martyred this day two years ago in cross LoC firing in the Naushera Sector.
Naib Subedar Sunil Ravsaheb Valte, 24th Battalion The Maratha Light Infantry.
Martyred this day two years ago in cross LoC firing in the Naushera Sector.
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Nk Munshi Ram, Vir Chakra (Posth), 5 Jat
This Balwan Jat fell this day in Ladakh in the 1962 War, bringing in much needed replenishments to his comrades.
Nk Munshi Ram, Vir Chakra (Posth), 5 Jat
This Balwan Jat fell this day in Ladakh in the 1962 War, bringing in much needed replenishments to his comrades.
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Major Ajit Singh, 5 JAT.
Fell this day in 1962
Major Ajit Singh, 5 JAT.
Fell this day in 1962
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1319127788612354048
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Another young man, in the peak of his youth, felled by 'Gandhians with Guns', this day 11 years ago
#LestWeForget
Another young man, in the peak of his youth, felled by 'Gandhians with Guns', this day 11 years ago
#LestWeForget
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Subedar Duni Chand, J&K State Forces. Martyred this day in 1947, in one of the first engagements with Paaki raiders ahead of Uri
Subedar Duni Chand, J&K State Forces. Martyred this day in 1947, in one of the first engagements with Paaki raiders ahead of Uri
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Maj SS Gahlawat, Shaurya Chakra
This Vir Madrasi was martyred this day 24 yrs ago in the bad days of the Kashmir insurgency.
Maj SS Gahlawat, Shaurya Chakra
This Vir Madrasi was martyred this day 24 yrs ago in the bad days of the Kashmir insurgency.
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Subedar Joginder Singh, Param Vir Chakra (Posthumous) & the Khalsas of his platoon who refused to retreat in front of immense Chinese hordes this day in 1962.
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Subedar Joginder Singh, Param Vir Chakra (Posthumous) & the Khalsas of his platoon who refused to retreat in front of immense Chinese hordes this day in 1962.
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Joginder Singh was commanding a platoon of 20 soldiers to form the guards of IB Ridge & Twin Peaks near the BumLa Pass that formed one of the major routes of ingress for the PLA in 1962.
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Joginder Singh was commanding a platoon of 20 soldiers to form the guards of IB Ridge & Twin Peaks near the BumLa Pass that formed one of the major routes of ingress for the PLA in 1962.
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The Chinese, who were eyeing the capture of Tawang, knew they couldn't do so without capturing the Twin Peaks because Indian soldiers deployed here could see every movement of the Chinese from miles away.
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The Chinese, who were eyeing the capture of Tawang, knew they couldn't do so without capturing the Twin Peaks because Indian soldiers deployed here could see every movement of the Chinese from miles away.
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It was therefore certain that the Chinese would put all their effort to capture IB Ridge & Twin Peaks.
And the expected attack commenced at 0530Hr on 23 Oct when the PLA opened a very heavy attack on the Bumla axis with intention of breaking through to Tawang.
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It was therefore certain that the Chinese would put all their effort to capture IB Ridge & Twin Peaks.
And the expected attack commenced at 0530Hr on 23 Oct when the PLA opened a very heavy attack on the Bumla axis with intention of breaking through to Tawang.
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The leading battalion of the enemy attacked the ridge in three waves, each about 200 strong. There were only Subedar Joginder's platoon of 20 men defending the features, mind you.
But these Khalsas of Gobind were in no mood to retreat that morning.
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The leading battalion of the enemy attacked the ridge in three waves, each about 200 strong. There were only Subedar Joginder's platoon of 20 men defending the features, mind you.
But these Khalsas of Gobind were in no mood to retreat that morning.
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They hung on with a stubbornness that Khalsas are well known for.
Subedar Joginder Singh had deployed his platoon well and his men mowed down the first wave with ruthless efficiency.
The enemy was temporarily halted by the heavy losses.
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They hung on with a stubbornness that Khalsas are well known for.
Subedar Joginder Singh had deployed his platoon well and his men mowed down the first wave with ruthless efficiency.
The enemy was temporarily halted by the heavy losses.
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Within a few minutes, a second wave came over and was dealt with similarly,
However, by now the defenders were running low on ammo.
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Within a few minutes, a second wave came over and was dealt with similarly,
However, by now the defenders were running low on ammo.
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Subedar Joginder asked his company HQ for more ammo, but the same wasn't possible due to Chinese pressure. The company commander, Lt Haripal Kaushik advised Sub Joginder to withdraw back to the company HQ.
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Subedar Joginder asked his company HQ for more ammo, but the same wasn't possible due to Chinese pressure. The company commander, Lt Haripal Kaushik advised Sub Joginder to withdraw back to the company HQ.
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However, Subedar Joginder refused to abandon his position and assured that the enemy would not be allowed to get through till the time they lived.
Soon he was wounded in his thigh, yet he stayed put, still leading his men.
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However, Subedar Joginder refused to abandon his position and assured that the enemy would not be allowed to get through till the time they lived.
Soon he was wounded in his thigh, yet he stayed put, still leading his men.
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With such an audacious leader, the Khalsas held on stubbornly, refusing to oblige the Chinese despite all that they threw on that piece of ground. Soon came the third attack. Sub Joginder himself manned an LMG and mowed down more attackers.
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With such an audacious leader, the Khalsas held on stubbornly, refusing to oblige the Chinese despite all that they threw on that piece of ground. Soon came the third attack. Sub Joginder himself manned an LMG and mowed down more attackers.
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Talking about that 'piece of ground', here is what it looked like. This is the exact spot where these successors of Saragarhi Warriors put up their last stand.
I'm sure Hav Ishar Singh and his men would have been proud of them.
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Talking about that 'piece of ground', here is what it looked like. This is the exact spot where these successors of Saragarhi Warriors put up their last stand.
I'm sure Hav Ishar Singh and his men would have been proud of them.
https://twitter.com/Leopard212/status/922297838326784000
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However, ammo was on the verge of running out and the Chinese kept coming.
When the attackers finally closed in one last time, Sub Joginder and his remaining men fixed bayonets on their ancient rifles and came out of their trenches to meet the enemy head on.
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However, ammo was on the verge of running out and the Chinese kept coming.
When the attackers finally closed in one last time, Sub Joginder and his remaining men fixed bayonets on their ancient rifles and came out of their trenches to meet the enemy head on.
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Not one of them even thought about showing his back to the enemy, or surrendering.
The hills of Budhhist populated NEFA echoed with their war cry 'Jo Boley So Nihal' and the ferocious warriors of First Battalion The Sikh Regiment fell upon the Chinese hordes.
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Not one of them even thought about showing his back to the enemy, or surrendering.
The hills of Budhhist populated NEFA echoed with their war cry 'Jo Boley So Nihal' and the ferocious warriors of First Battalion The Sikh Regiment fell upon the Chinese hordes.
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Many more Chinese fell to their bayonets before the sheer difference in numbers decided the outcome.
A mortally wounded Sub Joginder Singh was taken prisoner and he died some days later due to his injuries and frostbite while in Chinese custody.
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Many more Chinese fell to their bayonets before the sheer difference in numbers decided the outcome.
A mortally wounded Sub Joginder Singh was taken prisoner and he died some days later due to his injuries and frostbite while in Chinese custody.
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Today a memorial marks the place where Sub Joginder Singh and his 20 men made their last, stubborn stand 59 yrs ago.
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Today a memorial marks the place where Sub Joginder Singh and his 20 men made their last, stubborn stand 59 yrs ago.
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Sub Joginder Singh Sahnan from Moga, was awarded a well deserved Param Vir Chakra.
He was 41 yrs and 27 days old on the day he was martyred.
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Sub Joginder Singh Sahnan from Moga, was awarded a well deserved Param Vir Chakra.
He was 41 yrs and 27 days old on the day he was martyred.
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In a remarkable gesture, when the Chinese learnt of his award, they repatriated his ashes with full military honours to the battalion on 17 May 1963.
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In a remarkable gesture, when the Chinese learnt of his award, they repatriated his ashes with full military honours to the battalion on 17 May 1963.
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The urn containing his ashes was brought to the Sikh Regimental Centre at Meerut where a special ceremony was held in his memory at the Gurudwara Saheb, before it was handed over to his widow.
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The urn containing his ashes was brought to the Sikh Regimental Centre at Meerut where a special ceremony was held in his memory at the Gurudwara Saheb, before it was handed over to his widow.
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Thousands like him died that winter, many of them unsung and ill-equipped, but not due to lack of guts.
God bless them all.
Jai Hind
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Thousands like him died that winter, many of them unsung and ill-equipped, but not due to lack of guts.
God bless them all.
Jai Hind
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Diana, a four legged veteran sniffer dog of the Narcotics Department, Coimbatore.
Third death anniversary today.
Diana, a four legged veteran sniffer dog of the Narcotics Department, Coimbatore.
Third death anniversary today.
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HC Sushil Kumar, BSF. Martyred five years ago in cross border firing by Pakistan Rangers in RS Pura
HC Sushil Kumar, BSF. Martyred five years ago in cross border firing by Pakistan Rangers in RS Pura
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Martyrs of BSF - 24 Oct.
Yet more names in addition to the one above
Martyrs of BSF - 24 Oct.
Yet more names in addition to the one above
https://twitter.com/BSF_India/status/1187347183512633344
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15 Oct
Lt. Cdr. Dharmendra Singh, Lt. Rahul Tiwari and H. Krishnan, CHAA. The three naval personnel that lost their lives when their Chetak crashed this day in 2012 while landing for refuelling on the Dabolim airfield in Goa
15 Oct
Lt. Cdr. Dharmendra Singh, Lt. Rahul Tiwari and H. Krishnan, CHAA. The three naval personnel that lost their lives when their Chetak crashed this day in 2012 while landing for refuelling on the Dabolim airfield in Goa
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It is thanks to sacrifices by men like these that Assam Rifles has stood like a solid rock in path of NE insurgents
God Bless their souls ..
It is thanks to sacrifices by men like these that Assam Rifles has stood like a solid rock in path of NE insurgents
God Bless their souls ..
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CISF boys, martyred in the line of duty this day 12 years ago, fighting 'Gandhians With Guns'
CISF boys, martyred in the line of duty this day 12 years ago, fighting 'Gandhians With Guns'
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Sep Vijaya Bhaskar Rao, 11 RR / 163 Medium Regiment.
Martyred this day in 2004, fighting Pakistan backed terrorism in Kishtwar
Sep Vijaya Bhaskar Rao, 11 RR / 163 Medium Regiment.
Martyred this day in 2004, fighting Pakistan backed terrorism in Kishtwar
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This Bhulla breathed his last 25 yrs ago, killed in a road accident while on duty in Leh.
This Bhulla breathed his last 25 yrs ago, killed in a road accident while on duty in Leh.
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Sep Kewal Singh, Maha Vir Chakra (Posthumous)
This 29 year old from Village Kangniwala, Jalandhar was holding a forward defensive location in Walong, NEFA on the night of 26 Oct 1962, under constant attack by the Chinese.
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Sep Kewal Singh, Maha Vir Chakra (Posthumous)
This 29 year old from Village Kangniwala, Jalandhar was holding a forward defensive location in Walong, NEFA on the night of 26 Oct 1962, under constant attack by the Chinese.
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During one such attack, some of them got dangerously close to own defences. Sepoy Kewal Singh, on his own initiative, got out of his trench and charged the enemy with bayonet fixed to his ancient, bolt operated Lee Enfield rifle.
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During one such attack, some of them got dangerously close to own defences. Sepoy Kewal Singh, on his own initiative, got out of his trench and charged the enemy with bayonet fixed to his ancient, bolt operated Lee Enfield rifle.
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This lone, fearless Khalsa of Gobind killed many PLA soldiers, sustaining serious injuries in the process on himself too.
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This lone, fearless Khalsa of Gobind killed many PLA soldiers, sustaining serious injuries in the process on himself too.
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However, despite such grievous injuries, he bayoneted yet another Chinese soldier before finally breathing his last in perhaps the farthest part of his Nation from home.
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However, despite such grievous injuries, he bayoneted yet another Chinese soldier before finally breathing his last in perhaps the farthest part of his Nation from home.
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For this act of selfless gallantry, Sep Kewal Singh, Fourth Battalion The Sikh Regiment, was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra.
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For this act of selfless gallantry, Sep Kewal Singh, Fourth Battalion The Sikh Regiment, was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra.
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This piece chronicling the exploits of Sepoy Kewal Singh and his comrades in Walong in 1962 was published in Pune Newsline on 07 Nov 1998. Very moving. I still retain the original cutout.
Download, zoom and read.
I INSIST.
Totally worth it.
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This piece chronicling the exploits of Sepoy Kewal Singh and his comrades in Walong in 1962 was published in Pune Newsline on 07 Nov 1998. Very moving. I still retain the original cutout.
Download, zoom and read.
I INSIST.
Totally worth it.
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Martyrs of CRPF - 26 Oct.
More names in addition to those mentioned above.
Martyrs of CRPF - 26 Oct.
More names in addition to those mentioned above.
https://twitter.com/crpfindia/status/923441367677898752
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Brig Rajendra Singh, MVC (Posth), J&K State Forces, martyred in Boniyar this day in 1947, but not before buying enough time for Indian Army to fly in and save the Valley a day later.
Brig Rajendra Singh, MVC (Posth), J&K State Forces, martyred in Boniyar this day in 1947, but not before buying enough time for Indian Army to fly in and save the Valley a day later.
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Third martyrdom anniversary of these three boys today. Martyred in different operations in Pulwama and Sopore in 2018
Third martyrdom anniversary of these three boys today. Martyred in different operations in Pulwama and Sopore in 2018
https://twitter.com/adgpi/status/1055783921022001153
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CT Raghuveer Singh, Third Battalion ITBP.
32 years since this one fell in the line of duty.
CT Raghuveer Singh, Third Battalion ITBP.
32 years since this one fell in the line of duty.
https://twitter.com/ITBP_official/status/1055779698779676672
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Sep Sonam Rabgais, VrC, Ladakh Scouts
This Leh born was fighting for safety of his very home in 1962
Did not withdraw an inch, preferring martyrdom instead.
Sep Sonam Rabgais, VrC, Ladakh Scouts
This Leh born was fighting for safety of his very home in 1962
Did not withdraw an inch, preferring martyrdom instead.
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'Bhulla' Sandeep Singh Rawat of Garhwal Rifles, martyred on the LC five years ago
'Bhulla' Sandeep Singh Rawat of Garhwal Rifles, martyred on the LC five years ago
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This 'Grinder' of 39 RR fell fighting for the Motherland 15 yrs ago.
#LestWeForget
This 'Grinder' of 39 RR fell fighting for the Motherland 15 yrs ago.
#LestWeForget
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Lt Col Dewan Ranjit Rai, MVC (Posth) - the Tiger that led the first Indian troops into the Valley this day in 1947 - just in time to save Srinagar town from the rape and pillage that had fallen Muzaffarabad and Baramula, and ultimate loss.
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Lt Col Dewan Ranjit Rai, MVC (Posth) - the Tiger that led the first Indian troops into the Valley this day in 1947 - just in time to save Srinagar town from the rape and pillage that had fallen Muzaffarabad and Baramula, and ultimate loss.
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A bold Commander, he made the fateful decision to go out and seek the enemy, instead of waiting for him to make his next move.
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A bold Commander, he made the fateful decision to go out and seek the enemy, instead of waiting for him to make his next move.
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Leading from the front, he managed to surprise the advancing enemy & impose enough caution & delay on him to help build up of more forces in his wake, making capture of Srinagar a dream for him that continues to be so even today, 74 yrs later.
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Leading from the front, he managed to surprise the advancing enemy & impose enough caution & delay on him to help build up of more forces in his wake, making capture of Srinagar a dream for him that continues to be so even today, 74 yrs later.
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In doing so, however, he fell to an enemy bullet, earning eternal fame & immortality.
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In doing so, however, he fell to an enemy bullet, earning eternal fame & immortality.
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Unfortunately, a sad epilogue was written to his story by the great 'Indian' bureaucracy.
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Unfortunately, a sad epilogue was written to his story by the great 'Indian' bureaucracy.
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1188304465096523778
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ASI/EXE Rajendra Prasad, CISF.
Martyred in the accursed 'Jannat' this day in 2018.
Today is his second martyrdom anniversary.
ASI/EXE Rajendra Prasad, CISF.
Martyred in the accursed 'Jannat' this day in 2018.
Today is his second martyrdom anniversary.
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Yet more CRPF boys, martyred this day three years ago
Yet more CRPF boys, martyred this day three years ago
https://twitter.com/crpfindia/status/1056231307460657156
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Brigadier Amrinder Singh Kasana, Vir Chakra.
Passed away yesterday.
Brigadier Amrinder Singh Kasana, Vir Chakra.
Passed away yesterday.
https://twitter.com/archie65/status/1453400711958462465
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23 Oct
Maj Sajjan Singh Gahlawat, Shaurya Chakra (Posth).
Martyred this day in 1997 in Surankot
23 Oct
Maj Sajjan Singh Gahlawat, Shaurya Chakra (Posth).
Martyred this day in 1997 in Surankot
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1/8 GR earned a Param Vir Chakra this day in 1962.
The Gorkhas simply refused to oblige the PLA, stubbornly staying put on THEIR land.
Many fell in the process, but NONE withdrew.
God bless these fearsome fighters ..
1/8 GR earned a Param Vir Chakra this day in 1962.
The Gorkhas simply refused to oblige the PLA, stubbornly staying put on THEIR land.
Many fell in the process, but NONE withdrew.
God bless these fearsome fighters ..
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Capt Sanjay Chauhan, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 16 RajRif.
He and three more of his boys fell this day in Chowkibal, this day in 1994, taking down eight hardcore terrorists in the process.
Capt Sanjay Chauhan, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 16 RajRif.
He and three more of his boys fell this day in Chowkibal, this day in 1994, taking down eight hardcore terrorists in the process.
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SI Imtiaz Ahmed Mir, JKP.
Third martyrdom anniversary today.
Killed by terrorists in Wahibugh near Romshi Nalla in Pulwama district, when going to meet his parents this day in 2018.
SI Imtiaz Ahmed Mir, JKP.
Third martyrdom anniversary today.
Killed by terrorists in Wahibugh near Romshi Nalla in Pulwama district, when going to meet his parents this day in 2018.
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Nb Sub Rajesh Kumar, Kirti Chakra (Posth)
Fell in Kupwara this day in 2014, leading from the front
Nb Sub Rajesh Kumar, Kirti Chakra (Posth)
Fell in Kupwara this day in 2014, leading from the front
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Sep Mandeep Singh 17 SIKH. Martyred along Line of Control, in Machil Sector this day in 2016.
Mutilated by Pak BAT.
Avenged suitably and soon enough.
God bless his soul
Sep Mandeep Singh 17 SIKH. Martyred along Line of Control, in Machil Sector this day in 2016.
Mutilated by Pak BAT.
Avenged suitably and soon enough.
God bless his soul
^^
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This is the lioness that this Singh left behind.
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This is the lioness that this Singh left behind.
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/957264326129168384
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Sowar Samod Kumar, 14 RR / 2 Lancers.
Fell fighting for the Union Of India.
Sixth martyrdom anniversary today
Sowar Samod Kumar, 14 RR / 2 Lancers.
Fell fighting for the Union Of India.
Sixth martyrdom anniversary today
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Chhattisgarh Policeman
Felled by 'Gandhians with Guns' in Bijapur this day 11 years ago
Chhattisgarh Policeman
Felled by 'Gandhians with Guns' in Bijapur this day 11 years ago
^^
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Lt Col BK Pande & Capt Arjun Sardana
Pilots of the chopper that went down near Mana Pass while ferrying Maj Gen DP Singh on a reconnaissance of forward areas close to the border with China
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Lt Col BK Pande & Capt Arjun Sardana
Pilots of the chopper that went down near Mana Pass while ferrying Maj Gen DP Singh on a reconnaissance of forward areas close to the border with China
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Constable Nitin Subhash, BSF, martyred in Machil sector while retaliating to ceasefire violations by Paakis five years ago
Constable Nitin Subhash, BSF, martyred in Machil sector while retaliating to ceasefire violations by Paakis five years ago
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JKP Constable Zaheer Abbas Khan, SOG, martyred this day three years ago in an encounter with Packie scum in Bandipora, in HIS lands
JKP Constable Zaheer Abbas Khan, SOG, martyred this day three years ago in an encounter with Packie scum in Bandipora, in HIS lands
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Martyrs of BSF - 29 Oct, in addition to the one mentioned three tweets above
Martyrs of BSF - 29 Oct, in addition to the one mentioned three tweets above
https://twitter.com/BSF_India/status/1189242881502072832
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30 Oct
Lt Col Inderjit Singh (Retd), The Grenadiers Regiment.
This veteran passed away last year. He was one of the spearheads of the movement for grant of OROP to veteran faujis.
30 Oct
Lt Col Inderjit Singh (Retd), The Grenadiers Regiment.
This veteran passed away last year. He was one of the spearheads of the movement for grant of OROP to veteran faujis.
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30 Oct
Khalsas of 10 SIKH and 20 SIKH, KIA in the accursed Valley this day in 1990 and 1999 respectively
30 Oct
Khalsas of 10 SIKH and 20 SIKH, KIA in the accursed Valley this day in 1990 and 1999 respectively
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30 Oct
Capt Rudolph David Rosario, VrC (P)
This day in 1962, he was commanding a company of 2 Sikh LI at a bridge on the Sela-Jang Road, short of Tawang.
The enemy was nearing.
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30 Oct
Capt Rudolph David Rosario, VrC (P)
This day in 1962, he was commanding a company of 2 Sikh LI at a bridge on the Sela-Jang Road, short of Tawang.
The enemy was nearing.
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In order to gather more info, he took out a patrol to find out the condition of the bridge across river Tawang Chu and whether the enemy was making any attempts to reconstruct it.
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In order to gather more info, he took out a patrol to find out the condition of the bridge across river Tawang Chu and whether the enemy was making any attempts to reconstruct it.
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The patrol came under mortar fire. Realising the danger to his men, he deployed the patrol & moved forward alone towards the bridge.
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The patrol came under mortar fire. Realising the danger to his men, he deployed the patrol & moved forward alone towards the bridge.
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As he approached within 500 yards of the bridge, the enemy opened a heavy volume of machine gun & small arms fire from the far bank of the river. Undaunted, Captain Rosario crawled forward to about 150 yards & collected vital information.
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As he approached within 500 yards of the bridge, the enemy opened a heavy volume of machine gun & small arms fire from the far bank of the river. Undaunted, Captain Rosario crawled forward to about 150 yards & collected vital information.
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In this operation, Capt Rosario remained under continuous heavy enemy mortar, machine gun and small arms fire for over thirty minutes.
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In this operation, Capt Rosario remained under continuous heavy enemy mortar, machine gun and small arms fire for over thirty minutes.
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In subsequent operations too, when enemy contacted his main defences at Sela Pass, Capt Rosario gave an excellent account of himself. Later, while withdrawing, he brought out 1 officer & 6 of his men, but himself died from injuries sustained during the action.
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In subsequent operations too, when enemy contacted his main defences at Sela Pass, Capt Rosario gave an excellent account of himself. Later, while withdrawing, he brought out 1 officer & 6 of his men, but himself died from injuries sustained during the action.
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Capt Rudolph David Rosario was awarded a posthumous Vir Chakra for gallantry in face of tremendous odds.
He was a mere 23 years and 9 months old on the day he gave up his young life for the sake of his Nation.
#LestWeForget
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Capt Rudolph David Rosario was awarded a posthumous Vir Chakra for gallantry in face of tremendous odds.
He was a mere 23 years and 9 months old on the day he gave up his young life for the sake of his Nation.
#LestWeForget
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30 Oct
Spr Venkata Sivaiah Gavini, 10 Engr Regt
Fell near the Sela Pass this day in 2004.
30 Oct
Spr Venkata Sivaiah Gavini, 10 Engr Regt
Fell near the Sela Pass this day in 2004.
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30 Oct
Lt Col Ajit Bhandarkar, Shaurya Chakra (Posthumous).
This day in 1999, Lt Col Ajit's unit had received intelligence inputs about the presence of militants in Faizalabad village in Poonch district.
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30 Oct
Lt Col Ajit Bhandarkar, Shaurya Chakra (Posthumous).
This day in 1999, Lt Col Ajit's unit had received intelligence inputs about the presence of militants in Faizalabad village in Poonch district.
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After assessing the situation, a decision was taken to launch an operation under the leadership of Lt Col Ajit . A cordon and search operation was launched to eliminate five hardcore militants hiding in the village.
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After assessing the situation, a decision was taken to launch an operation under the leadership of Lt Col Ajit . A cordon and search operation was launched to eliminate five hardcore militants hiding in the village.
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The first one was dispatched soon enough.
A second militant hiding inside the nullah, however, fired indiscriminately, and injured Lt Col Ajit grievously. Despite being injured, he moved ahead and lobbed a grenade on the militants.
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The first one was dispatched soon enough.
A second militant hiding inside the nullah, however, fired indiscriminately, and injured Lt Col Ajit grievously. Despite being injured, he moved ahead and lobbed a grenade on the militants.
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He then crawled forward and shot down yet another militant. His daredevil action resulted in the elimination of three hardcore militants.
Lt Col Ajit , however later succumbed to his injuries and was martyred.
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He then crawled forward and shot down yet another militant. His daredevil action resulted in the elimination of three hardcore militants.
Lt Col Ajit , however later succumbed to his injuries and was martyred.
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A grateful Nation further honoured Lt Col Ajit Bhandarkar's supreme sacrifice by awarding him a posthumous Shaurya Chakra
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A grateful Nation further honoured Lt Col Ajit Bhandarkar's supreme sacrifice by awarding him a posthumous Shaurya Chakra
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31 Oct 1984
Nb Sub Jang Bahadur Singh (Retd), Bombay Sappers.
Employed as an engineer in DDA.
Involved in organising the 1982 Asiad Games.
This veteran soldier/engineer was murdered by frenzied mobs on streets of Delhi after a 'big tree had fallen'.
31 Oct 1984
Nb Sub Jang Bahadur Singh (Retd), Bombay Sappers.
Employed as an engineer in DDA.
Involved in organising the 1982 Asiad Games.
This veteran soldier/engineer was murdered by frenzied mobs on streets of Delhi after a 'big tree had fallen'.
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Martyrs of 141 Medium Regiment (Kargil) in Op Vijay - They fell on the Path of Glory for their Paltan
Martyrs of 141 Medium Regiment (Kargil) in Op Vijay - They fell on the Path of Glory for their Paltan
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Hav Rajendra Singh, Nk Surendra Bahadur, Hav Tej Ram & Nk Ummed Ali.
6 RajRif lost these four men this day 20 yrs ago
Hav Rajendra Singh, Nk Surendra Bahadur, Hav Tej Ram & Nk Ummed Ali.
6 RajRif lost these four men this day 20 yrs ago
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A Bir Gorkhali brother, martyred fighting in the accursed 'Jannat', this day 21 years ago
A Bir Gorkhali brother, martyred fighting in the accursed 'Jannat', this day 21 years ago
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Flt Lt Clifford Joseph Mendoza, his crew and passengers, that were martyred when their Dakota crashed #2dayin1947 near the Banihal Pass.
Other crew members were - Fg Offr Umesh Sunder Thonse, Fg Offr Trevor Reginald Peters, LAC R Singh and LAC Madan Prakash
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Flt Lt Clifford Joseph Mendoza, his crew and passengers, that were martyred when their Dakota crashed #2dayin1947 near the Banihal Pass.
Other crew members were - Fg Offr Umesh Sunder Thonse, Fg Offr Trevor Reginald Peters, LAC R Singh and LAC Madan Prakash
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These were the 20 Air Warriors that were being ferried by the ill fated aircraft.
Details courtesy
@bharatrakshak
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These were the 20 Air Warriors that were being ferried by the ill fated aircraft.
Details courtesy
@bharatrakshak
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Maj Puran Singh, VrC (Posth)
Fell this day in 1965 in a patrol clash with Paakis in Rajasthan
Maj Puran Singh, VrC (Posth)
Fell this day in 1965 in a patrol clash with Paakis in Rajasthan
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Maj Ravi Vaish, 5/11 Gorkha Rifles. This young man, from Aliganj, Lucknow was martyred in an ambush in Ukhrul, Manipur this day in 2007. He was on deputation to 1st Battalion The Assam Rifles at that time.
Maj Ravi Vaish, 5/11 Gorkha Rifles. This young man, from Aliganj, Lucknow was martyred in an ambush in Ukhrul, Manipur this day in 2007. He was on deputation to 1st Battalion The Assam Rifles at that time.
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Hav Gyaneshwar Prasad and Rifleman H Sahini, 1 Assam Rifles. Also martyred in the same ambush with Maj Ravi Vaish above.
Hav Gyaneshwar Prasad and Rifleman H Sahini, 1 Assam Rifles. Also martyred in the same ambush with Maj Ravi Vaish above.
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'Follow Me' is the best way to command & Indian Army officers prove it time and again.
Comes at a VERY heavy cost, though.
'Follow Me' is the best way to command & Indian Army officers prove it time and again.
Comes at a VERY heavy cost, though.
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A Name Upon A Grave shar.es/1aECwK
On the unsung dead of the Indian Army
Worth a read
A Name Upon A Grave shar.es/1aECwK
On the unsung dead of the Indian Army
Worth a read
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28 Oct
Sepoy Dayaram Gurjar, The Rajput Regiment. Lost during a training exercise in Suratgarh, Rajasthan two days ago.
28 Oct
Sepoy Dayaram Gurjar, The Rajput Regiment. Lost during a training exercise in Suratgarh, Rajasthan two days ago.
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30 Oct
Lt Rishi Kumar and Sep Manjit Singh, The Sikh Light Infantry. Fell yesterday while manning the Line of Control
30 Oct
Lt Rishi Kumar and Sep Manjit Singh, The Sikh Light Infantry. Fell yesterday while manning the Line of Control
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Martyrs of 3 Bihar and 17 Bihar, remembered on the joyous occasion of the units' Raising Day
Martyrs of 3 Bihar and 17 Bihar, remembered on the joyous occasion of the units' Raising Day
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L/Nk Sukhdev Singh, 8 SIKH.
Fell in the Valley this day 28 years ago, fighting unwanted scum from across
L/Nk Sukhdev Singh, 8 SIKH.
Fell in the Valley this day 28 years ago, fighting unwanted scum from across
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Martyrs of 21st Battalion The Jat Regiment, remembered on the joyous occasion of their Paltan's Raising Day
Martyrs of 21st Battalion The Jat Regiment, remembered on the joyous occasion of their Paltan's Raising Day
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Sep Bhosale Mahendra Ganpat, 15th Battalion The Maratha Light Infantry.
Martyred this day 23 years ago.
Sep Bhosale Mahendra Ganpat, 15th Battalion The Maratha Light Infantry.
Martyred this day 23 years ago.
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LNk Dwarka Nath, 9 Punjab. Martyred in 2002
LNk Dwarka Nath, 9 Punjab. Martyred in 2002
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Lt Gautam Jain, Sena Medal (Posth), 173 Field Regiment
Fell at the peak of his youth 20 yrs ago in Rajauri
Lt Gautam Jain, Sena Medal (Posth), 173 Field Regiment
Fell at the peak of his youth 20 yrs ago in Rajauri
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Naik Bhagwan Singh, also martyred with Lt Gautam Jain above in the same operation
Naik Bhagwan Singh, also martyred with Lt Gautam Jain above in the same operation
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Sep Rajinder Singh, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 22 Punjab
Martyred this day 23 yrs ago
Sep Rajinder Singh, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 22 Punjab
Martyred this day 23 yrs ago
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Two different Hoshiar Singhs.
Two different units.
Two different operations.
One single flag.
THEIR Flag.
OUR Flag.
#NeverForget
Two different Hoshiar Singhs.
Two different units.
Two different operations.
One single flag.
THEIR Flag.
OUR Flag.
#NeverForget
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Lt Col Shanti Swaroop Rana, Ashok Chakra (Marnoparant) was commissioned into 3 Bihar
This day 25 years ago he was serving with 13 Rashtriya Rifles, when he was tasked with destroying two terrorist camps inside the infamous Haphruda Forest near Kupwara.
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Lt Col Shanti Swaroop Rana, Ashok Chakra (Marnoparant) was commissioned into 3 Bihar
This day 25 years ago he was serving with 13 Rashtriya Rifles, when he was tasked with destroying two terrorist camps inside the infamous Haphruda Forest near Kupwara.
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He spotted four well fortified hideouts stocked heavily with arms and ammo including huge quantity of explosives.
In a gallant and swift strike, he destroyed these hideouts.
Soon another well concealed hideout came to his notice.
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He spotted four well fortified hideouts stocked heavily with arms and ammo including huge quantity of explosives.
In a gallant and swift strike, he destroyed these hideouts.
Soon another well concealed hideout came to his notice.
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During the action that followed, the terrorists resorted to heavy firing from their well fortified bunker. Lt Col Rana organised his troops, crawled towards the bunker and threw hand grenades inside.
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During the action that followed, the terrorists resorted to heavy firing from their well fortified bunker. Lt Col Rana organised his troops, crawled towards the bunker and threw hand grenades inside.
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Consequent to this, two foreign terrorists rushed out of the bunker, firing heavily. However, Lt Col Rana dispatched them to their maker instantly.
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Consequent to this, two foreign terrorists rushed out of the bunker, firing heavily. However, Lt Col Rana dispatched them to their maker instantly.
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But another group of terrorists opened up on Rana and his men from yet another hidden location, wounding Lt Col Rana seriously.
Undaunted, he kept guiding further ops by shouting commands to his men and they dutifully finished off those terrorists as well.
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But another group of terrorists opened up on Rana and his men from yet another hidden location, wounding Lt Col Rana seriously.
Undaunted, he kept guiding further ops by shouting commands to his men and they dutifully finished off those terrorists as well.
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Soon, he saw another terrorist moving towards his men from a concealed location.
With no time to warn them, Rana summoned all his remaining strength & despite his serious injuries, CHARGED into the terrorist & killed him too in an audacious hand to hand combat
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Soon, he saw another terrorist moving towards his men from a concealed location.
With no time to warn them, Rana summoned all his remaining strength & despite his serious injuries, CHARGED into the terrorist & killed him too in an audacious hand to hand combat
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In the process, however, this Veer Bihari, born in the land of brave Jats, finally breathed his last.
But he had done his bit, saving the lives of his boys, more than living up to the Chewode Motto that he and all other Indian Army officers swear by.
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In the process, however, this Veer Bihari, born in the land of brave Jats, finally breathed his last.
But he had done his bit, saving the lives of his boys, more than living up to the Chewode Motto that he and all other Indian Army officers swear by.
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He was awarded a posthumous Ashok Chakra for his audacious gallantry and supreme sacrifice.
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He was awarded a posthumous Ashok Chakra for his audacious gallantry and supreme sacrifice.
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Nk Darshan Singh, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 5 Sikh LI
Martyred this day 56 years ago
This one showed first hand what leadership under fire means.
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Nk Darshan Singh, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 5 Sikh LI
Martyred this day 56 years ago
This one showed first hand what leadership under fire means.
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This day in 1965, Nk Darshan Singh was ordered to lead his section to destroy a Paaki bunker in Mendhar, J&K.
Even though heavily defended, the bunker had to go because it was making the lives of own troops difficult.
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This day in 1965, Nk Darshan Singh was ordered to lead his section to destroy a Paaki bunker in Mendhar, J&K.
Even though heavily defended, the bunker had to go because it was making the lives of own troops difficult.
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As ordered, Darshan Singh moved out towards the objective, and charged, leading his men from the front.
Soon, however, his left leg was blown off by a landmine.
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As ordered, Darshan Singh moved out towards the objective, and charged, leading his men from the front.
Soon, however, his left leg was blown off by a landmine.
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Undaunted, this Khalsa of Gobind continued to crawl forward towards an ever thickening wall of fire and closed in with the enemy, exhorting his men.
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Undaunted, this Khalsa of Gobind continued to crawl forward towards an ever thickening wall of fire and closed in with the enemy, exhorting his men.
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As he was cutting the barbed wire obstacle right next to the offending bunker, he crawled over yet another mine which wounded him even more severely and immobilizing him.
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As he was cutting the barbed wire obstacle right next to the offending bunker, he crawled over yet another mine which wounded him even more severely and immobilizing him.
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Yet he kept on a steady barrage of fire on the enemy, accounting for quite a few.
At the same time, his men, charged up by the sheer audacity of their fearless leader, closed in with the enemy and dispatched each and every one of them to their maker.
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Yet he kept on a steady barrage of fire on the enemy, accounting for quite a few.
At the same time, his men, charged up by the sheer audacity of their fearless leader, closed in with the enemy and dispatched each and every one of them to their maker.
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The offending bunker was soon captured by the Khalsas of 5 Sikh LI, but at the cost of the life of their brave leader.
Nk Darshan Singh, having overseen the successful accomplishment of the task assigned to him, finally breathed his last.
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The offending bunker was soon captured by the Khalsas of 5 Sikh LI, but at the cost of the life of their brave leader.
Nk Darshan Singh, having overseen the successful accomplishment of the task assigned to him, finally breathed his last.
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A grateful Nation acknowledged his supreme sacrifice by conferring a posthumous Maha Vir Chakra upon him.
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A grateful Nation acknowledged his supreme sacrifice by conferring a posthumous Maha Vir Chakra upon him.
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Subedar Piara Singh, Vir Chakra (Posthumous).
Probably martyred in the same operation as Nk Darshan Singh above.
Subedar Piara Singh, Vir Chakra (Posthumous).
Probably martyred in the same operation as Nk Darshan Singh above.
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Capt Gautam Mubayi, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 2 Dogra.
He was all of 22 years of age when he sacrificed himself, leading an attack to dislodge Paaki encroachments in the Mendhar Sector in the aftermath of the 1965 War.
Capt Gautam Mubayi, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 2 Dogra.
He was all of 22 years of age when he sacrificed himself, leading an attack to dislodge Paaki encroachments in the Mendhar Sector in the aftermath of the 1965 War.
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Signalman Kushwah Pradip Singh and Sepoy Suraj Singh.
These two were martyred fighting Paaki scum in Pulwama this day in 2017.
Today is their fourth martyrdom anniversary.
Wonder how many of us remember them ..
Signalman Kushwah Pradip Singh and Sepoy Suraj Singh.
These two were martyred fighting Paaki scum in Pulwama this day in 2017.
Today is their fourth martyrdom anniversary.
Wonder how many of us remember them ..
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Maj P Purushottam, Defence PRO, Srinagar.
Sacrificed himself in order to save the journos sitting with him in his office, when a group of terrorists stormed in. He hid the journalists & even though unarmed, engaged them.
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Maj P Purushottam, Defence PRO, Srinagar.
Sacrificed himself in order to save the journos sitting with him in his office, when a group of terrorists stormed in. He hid the journalists & even though unarmed, engaged them.
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He fell, fatally wounded, but not before ensuring that his charges were safe. NONE of them suffered any injuries whatsoever, thanks to the supreme sacrifice of Maj Purushottam.
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He fell, fatally wounded, but not before ensuring that his charges were safe. NONE of them suffered any injuries whatsoever, thanks to the supreme sacrifice of Maj Purushottam.
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The five other Defence PRO personnel who too were martyred in the same attack with Maj Purushottam this day in 1999
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The five other Defence PRO personnel who too were martyred in the same attack with Maj Purushottam this day in 1999
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Khalsas of the Sikh Regiment, that fell in the Valley this day in 1990 & 2000 respectively.
Still remembered
Still missed
Khalsas of the Sikh Regiment, that fell in the Valley this day in 1990 & 2000 respectively.
Still remembered
Still missed
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This day in 1965, 7 Sikh lost 20 men capturing a hilltop called the OP Hill.
They fell, but ensured a spectacular success for their Paltan
This day in 1965, 7 Sikh lost 20 men capturing a hilltop called the OP Hill.
They fell, but ensured a spectacular success for their Paltan
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Maj Somnath Sharma, Param Vir Chakra (Marnoparant)
Became immortal this day in 1947.
Recounting his last day alive in subsequent tweets.
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Maj Somnath Sharma, Param Vir Chakra (Marnoparant)
Became immortal this day in 1947.
Recounting his last day alive in subsequent tweets.
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This day in 1947, at 8am, Maj Somnath Sharma, 4 Kumaon & Capt Ronnie Wood, 1 Kumaon reported to HQ 161 Brigade to discuss the day's patrol pgme.
Maj Somnath was a veteran of bitter battles in Arakan in WW2.
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This day in 1947, at 8am, Maj Somnath Sharma, 4 Kumaon & Capt Ronnie Wood, 1 Kumaon reported to HQ 161 Brigade to discuss the day's patrol pgme.
Maj Somnath was a veteran of bitter battles in Arakan in WW2.
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His right arm was still in plaster due to a hockey injury suffered when playing with his troops some days ago.
This is probably one of his last photos alive, taken at the Srinagar Airfield.
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His right arm was still in plaster due to a hockey injury suffered when playing with his troops some days ago.
This is probably one of his last photos alive, taken at the Srinagar Airfield.
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Ignoring medical advice, he had bulldozed his way into joining his own Company as it flew into the Valley on 01 Nov 1947
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Ignoring medical advice, he had bulldozed his way into joining his own Company as it flew into the Valley on 01 Nov 1947
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This day, two Companies of 4 Kumaon moved out on a patrol towards Badgam, followed shortly by another company of 1 Kumaon.
The Company of 1 Kumaon subsequently moved on towards Magam and thereafter returned to the airfield at about 1 pm.
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This day, two Companies of 4 Kumaon moved out on a patrol towards Badgam, followed shortly by another company of 1 Kumaon.
The Company of 1 Kumaon subsequently moved on towards Magam and thereafter returned to the airfield at about 1 pm.
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That done, Maj Somnath was also ordered to start thinning out. At 2pm, one company of 4 Kumaon moved back.
Maj Somnath reported that all was quiet with villagers going about their daily business.
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That done, Maj Somnath was also ordered to start thinning out. At 2pm, one company of 4 Kumaon moved back.
Maj Somnath reported that all was quiet with villagers going about their daily business.
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Little did he know that there was a huge force of raiders was gathering in the vicinity, trying to skirt the Pattan route blocked by 1 Sikh.
Had the second Company too moved back at 2pm, this route to airfield would have been unguarded.
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Little did he know that there was a huge force of raiders was gathering in the vicinity, trying to skirt the Pattan route blocked by 1 Sikh.
Had the second Company too moved back at 2pm, this route to airfield would have been unguarded.
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Too bad for the enemy, it wasn't so.
At about 2.30pm,Maj Somnath reported that he was under ineffective, long range fire from ppl located in houses in Badgam but he wasn't returning the fire for the fear of hurting innocent villagers.
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Too bad for the enemy, it wasn't so.
At about 2.30pm,Maj Somnath reported that he was under ineffective, long range fire from ppl located in houses in Badgam but he wasn't returning the fire for the fear of hurting innocent villagers.
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Suddenly, a large force appeared in front.
A full scale frontal attack was now underway on his location, with the Kumaonis hugely outnumbered by the enemy.
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Suddenly, a large force appeared in front.
A full scale frontal attack was now underway on his location, with the Kumaonis hugely outnumbered by the enemy.
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The firing from the houses in Badgam was just a distraction as the main force of raiders built up on a different flank.
Yet the tenacious Kumaonis, under their gutsy leader, dug in and refused to cede any ground to their uninvited 'guests'.
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The firing from the houses in Badgam was just a distraction as the main force of raiders built up on a different flank.
Yet the tenacious Kumaonis, under their gutsy leader, dug in and refused to cede any ground to their uninvited 'guests'.
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The enemy had made a militarily brilliant plan which was doomed to failure due to one small fact - the Kumaonis under Maj Somnath Sharma simply refused to play by their rules!
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The enemy had made a militarily brilliant plan which was doomed to failure due to one small fact - the Kumaonis under Maj Somnath Sharma simply refused to play by their rules!
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An epic battle followed, upon which would hinge the fate of the entire campaign - If the raiders captured the airfield, all would be lost and the troops ahead would be outflanked.
Upon the Kumaonis rested the fate of the Valley this day.
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An epic battle followed, upon which would hinge the fate of the entire campaign - If the raiders captured the airfield, all would be lost and the troops ahead would be outflanked.
Upon the Kumaonis rested the fate of the Valley this day.
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And they rose to the occasion, ensuring that the airfield would not fall .. not this day .. not on their watch in any case.
Maj Somnath reported that he was engaging the enemy with all he had, but he was outnumbered & enemy was gaining ground.
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And they rose to the occasion, ensuring that the airfield would not fall .. not this day .. not on their watch in any case.
Maj Somnath reported that he was engaging the enemy with all he had, but he was outnumbered & enemy was gaining ground.
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Even as automatics and mortars rained deadly fire on them & covered the advancing enemy, Maj Somnath Sharma rallied his boys and they fought back like men possessed, inflicting serious casualties on the raiders, losing their own too, in the process.
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Even as automatics and mortars rained deadly fire on them & covered the advancing enemy, Maj Somnath Sharma rallied his boys and they fought back like men possessed, inflicting serious casualties on the raiders, losing their own too, in the process.
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Soon HQ 161 Brigade would receive his last transmission from battlefield, that would define the last stand of Maj Somnath Sharma.
Words that echo in the Valley to this day ..
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Soon HQ 161 Brigade would receive his last transmission from battlefield, that would define the last stand of Maj Somnath Sharma.
Words that echo in the Valley to this day ..
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"The enemy are only 50 yards from us. We are heavily outnumbered. We are under devastating fire. I shall not withdraw an inch but will fight to the last man & last round"
Immortal last words by the Paramveer who went down shortly thereafter.
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"The enemy are only 50 yards from us. We are heavily outnumbered. We are under devastating fire. I shall not withdraw an inch but will fight to the last man & last round"
Immortal last words by the Paramveer who went down shortly thereafter.
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This man didn't have to be there.
In fact he had been ORDERED to stay in Delhi due to his injury.
Yet he chose to go on with his boys and made a place for himself in Indian military history.
But his story doesn't finish with his martyrdom. It carries on ..
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This man didn't have to be there.
In fact he had been ORDERED to stay in Delhi due to his injury.
Yet he chose to go on with his boys and made a place for himself in Indian military history.
But his story doesn't finish with his martyrdom. It carries on ..
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By the time the epic Battle of Badgam was over, less than 100 Kumaonis had held back nearly 700 raiders & saved the Srinagar Airfield.
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By the time the epic Battle of Badgam was over, less than 100 Kumaonis had held back nearly 700 raiders & saved the Srinagar Airfield.
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The Kumaonis lost 15 killed, including Maj Somnath Sharma and 26 wounded. One ammo truck too was looted by enemy but they failed their objective, losing many more than they killed.
This was the closest they would get to the Airfield.
EVER.
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The Kumaonis lost 15 killed, including Maj Somnath Sharma and 26 wounded. One ammo truck too was looted by enemy but they failed their objective, losing many more than they killed.
This was the closest they would get to the Airfield.
EVER.
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Hereafter, the raiders would 'advance' in only one direction - BACK to where they came from, i.e Westwards.
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Hereafter, the raiders would 'advance' in only one direction - BACK to where they came from, i.e Westwards.
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However, the danger to the airfield was still not over.
In evening, 1 Punjab moved double quick to take up more blocking positions to secure the airfield.
Now at night, they waited.
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However, the danger to the airfield was still not over.
In evening, 1 Punjab moved double quick to take up more blocking positions to secure the airfield.
Now at night, they waited.
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The airfield was still vulnerable. Another determined attack by the enemy, and it could still fall .. especially at night.
Yet the enemy failed to make good this opportunity of a lifetime.
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The airfield was still vulnerable. Another determined attack by the enemy, and it could still fall .. especially at night.
Yet the enemy failed to make good this opportunity of a lifetime.
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Reason?
Khurshid, the leader of that party was injured in the leg by a bullet. Leaderless, the Pathans dithered on further course of action.
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Reason?
Khurshid, the leader of that party was injured in the leg by a bullet. Leaderless, the Pathans dithered on further course of action.
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Ironically, Maj Somnath Sharma had saved the airfield not only in the afternoon through his supreme sacrifice, but at night too by leaving the raiders leaderless.
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Ironically, Maj Somnath Sharma had saved the airfield not only in the afternoon through his supreme sacrifice, but at night too by leaving the raiders leaderless.
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So much so, that on return to Karachi, Khurshid - the leader of the raiders in that battle - stated that he'd run into an entire Indian Brigade and ROUTED it, when it was just one company of less than 100 troops that he'd encountered!
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So much so, that on return to Karachi, Khurshid - the leader of the raiders in that battle - stated that he'd run into an entire Indian Brigade and ROUTED it, when it was just one company of less than 100 troops that he'd encountered!
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A few months later, Khurshid died, possibly of the same wounds that he had suffered at the hands of Maj Somnath's boys in Badgam.
Atleast now he could reconcile the Indians' strength with his Maker!
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A few months later, Khurshid died, possibly of the same wounds that he had suffered at the hands of Maj Somnath's boys in Badgam.
Atleast now he could reconcile the Indians' strength with his Maker!
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Maj Somnath's body was recovered after three days, once the situation had stabilized.
Disfigured beyond recognition, it was identified by the few pages of the Bhagwad Gita that he always kept in his pocket and his empty pistol holster.
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Maj Somnath's body was recovered after three days, once the situation had stabilized.
Disfigured beyond recognition, it was identified by the few pages of the Bhagwad Gita that he always kept in his pocket and his empty pistol holster.
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Major Somnath Sharma had lived, and died by the code of the warrior.
And claimed for himself the first Param Vir Chakra awarded by the Nation.
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Major Somnath Sharma had lived, and died by the code of the warrior.
And claimed for himself the first Param Vir Chakra awarded by the Nation.
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The story of Maj Somnath Sharma, PVC (P), telecast in the 80s in the TV series 'Param Vir Chakra'
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The story of Maj Somnath Sharma, PVC (P), telecast in the 80s in the TV series 'Param Vir Chakra'
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God bless him and his men that fell that afternoon, 74 years ago.
Let their story never be forgotten.
Ever.
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God bless him and his men that fell that afternoon, 74 years ago.
Let their story never be forgotten.
Ever.
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Vice Adm MP Awati, PVSM, VrC (Retd).
This war decorated veteran passed away this day three years ago at the ripe old age of 91.
Vice Adm MP Awati, PVSM, VrC (Retd).
This war decorated veteran passed away this day three years ago at the ripe old age of 91.
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Sg CT Abdul Salam, JKP.
Attained martyrdom this day four years ago in a terror attack at Rajpora, Shopian
Sg CT Abdul Salam, JKP.
Attained martyrdom this day four years ago in a terror attack at Rajpora, Shopian
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Hav P K Kamalasanan, VrC(P), 12 Madras - Yet another forgotten martyr of a forgotten war
Hav P K Kamalasanan, VrC(P), 12 Madras - Yet another forgotten martyr of a forgotten war
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1323819618490789889
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04 Nov
Sep Sunil Kumar, 7 Mech
04 Nov
Sep Sunil Kumar, 7 Mech
https://twitter.com/Ashoksh68102184/status/1456114397378760704
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This lad made the supreme sacrifice for us in the Valley 20 years ago.
Would've hardly been 20 yrs old
This lad made the supreme sacrifice for us in the Valley 20 years ago.
Would've hardly been 20 yrs old
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Hav Balwant Singh, 5 Rashtriya Rifles (Jat).
This Balwan Jat fell in the accursed 'Jannat' this day.
#NeverForget
Hav Balwant Singh, 5 Rashtriya Rifles (Jat).
This Balwan Jat fell in the accursed 'Jannat' this day.
#NeverForget
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06 Nov
SI Nilesh Pandey. Chhattisgarh Policeman, martyred in Bijapur this day nine years ago
06 Nov
SI Nilesh Pandey. Chhattisgarh Policeman, martyred in Bijapur this day nine years ago
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06 Nov
Sep Gur Sewak Singh, 22 Sikh, martyred this day five years ago in Krishna Ghati Sector of Poonch.
06 Nov
Sep Gur Sewak Singh, 22 Sikh, martyred this day five years ago in Krishna Ghati Sector of Poonch.
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06 Nov
Nk Tupare Rajendra Narayan, 22 Maratha LI.
Also martyred with his Khalsa brother above in a ceasefire violation in Poonch this day five years ago.
06 Nov
Nk Tupare Rajendra Narayan, 22 Maratha LI.
Also martyred with his Khalsa brother above in a ceasefire violation in Poonch this day five years ago.
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06 Nov
Sepoy Bachittar Singh, Vir Chakra (Posthumous) 26 Punjab.
Fate had brought this 22 year old warrior hailing from Amritsar into a faraway battlefield and a battle that was to prove his last one, this day in 1987.
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06 Nov
Sepoy Bachittar Singh, Vir Chakra (Posthumous) 26 Punjab.
Fate had brought this 22 year old warrior hailing from Amritsar into a faraway battlefield and a battle that was to prove his last one, this day in 1987.
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He was part of a team of his battalion that was tasked to clear a road from Trincomalee to Nilaveli.
Most of the approach roads were heavily mined and booby trapped and had to be cleared first.
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He was part of a team of his battalion that was tasked to clear a road from Trincomalee to Nilaveli.
Most of the approach roads were heavily mined and booby trapped and had to be cleared first.
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As Bachittar and his comrades went about the dangerous task, they soon came under a well planned and executed ambush, when the LTTE militants opened up on them from many different directions.
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As Bachittar and his comrades went about the dangerous task, they soon came under a well planned and executed ambush, when the LTTE militants opened up on them from many different directions.
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It seemed a flawless plan at first glance, but the enemy had miscalculated.
To be fair, Op Pawan was still in its early stages and the LTTE hadn't had much time to understand who it was that they were fighting against.
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It seemed a flawless plan at first glance, but the enemy had miscalculated.
To be fair, Op Pawan was still in its early stages and the LTTE hadn't had much time to understand who it was that they were fighting against.
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Men like Sepoy Bachittar and many more like him would tell the LTTE what kind of men they were against.
Bachittar, hit and wounded by a burst of Light Machine Gun fire in the very first stages of the ambush did the unthinkable.
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Men like Sepoy Bachittar and many more like him would tell the LTTE what kind of men they were against.
Bachittar, hit and wounded by a burst of Light Machine Gun fire in the very first stages of the ambush did the unthinkable.
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Unmindful of his injuries, he CHARGED into the enemy that was still firing indiscriminately at him and his brothers.
He returned fire with fire, sending the enemy into disarray, hitting a few.
And then, when he closed in, he bayoneted another one to death.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Unmindful of his injuries, he CHARGED into the enemy that was still firing indiscriminately at him and his brothers.
He returned fire with fire, sending the enemy into disarray, hitting a few.
And then, when he closed in, he bayoneted another one to death.
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This blood soaked Khalsa of Gobind proved quite a handful for the enemy and drew all fire upon himself, thereby ensuring the safety of his comrades.
He kept fighting till a grenade finally brought him down.
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This blood soaked Khalsa of Gobind proved quite a handful for the enemy and drew all fire upon himself, thereby ensuring the safety of his comrades.
He kept fighting till a grenade finally brought him down.
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Young Bachittar Singh lay dead thousands of miles from home, but in the process he had made sure that the enemy's plan was foiled.
His brothers more than avenged him by killing, amongst others, leader of the LTTE ambush party that had dared to challenge them.
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Young Bachittar Singh lay dead thousands of miles from home, but in the process he had made sure that the enemy's plan was foiled.
His brothers more than avenged him by killing, amongst others, leader of the LTTE ambush party that had dared to challenge them.
9/9
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Sepoy Bachittar Singh, 26th Battalion The Punjab Regiment, was honoured with a posthumous Vir Chakra for his supreme sacrifice on the battlefield.
Thank God he lived amongst us, and the thousands like him.
God bless them all.
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Sepoy Bachittar Singh, 26th Battalion The Punjab Regiment, was honoured with a posthumous Vir Chakra for his supreme sacrifice on the battlefield.
Thank God he lived amongst us, and the thousands like him.
God bless them all.
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06 Nov
Sep Vrahma Pal Singh, Kirti Chakra (Posth), 44 Rashtriya Rifles.
This Rajput Warrior was martyred in Pulwama this day four years ago.
06 Nov
Sep Vrahma Pal Singh, Kirti Chakra (Posth), 44 Rashtriya Rifles.
This Rajput Warrior was martyred in Pulwama this day four years ago.
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06 Nov
Gunner Akhilesh Kumar Patel and Rifleman Bhim Bahadur Pun. Martyred this day two years ago in Langate, Kupwara.
06 Nov
Gunner Akhilesh Kumar Patel and Rifleman Bhim Bahadur Pun. Martyred this day two years ago in Langate, Kupwara.
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Three men lost in a single day - must've been a tough day for the Paltan.
God bless their souls.
Three men lost in a single day - must've been a tough day for the Paltan.
God bless their souls.
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Sepy Rahul Bhairu Sulagekar.
Fell in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan at the LoC in Krishna Ghati Sector of Poonch this day two years ago.
Hailing from Belagavi, Karnataka, this young lad was just 21.
Remember him, anyone?
Sepy Rahul Bhairu Sulagekar.
Fell in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan at the LoC in Krishna Ghati Sector of Poonch this day two years ago.
Hailing from Belagavi, Karnataka, this young lad was just 21.
Remember him, anyone?
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Constable Kamta Prasad. Yet another CRPF trooper. Second martyrdom anniversary today
Constable Kamta Prasad. Yet another CRPF trooper. Second martyrdom anniversary today
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1325011094814019584
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HC Joginder Singh, 33rd Battalion CRPF.
This Khalsa of Gobind fell fighting the insurgency in his homeland of Punjab, this day 32 yrs ago
HC Joginder Singh, 33rd Battalion CRPF.
This Khalsa of Gobind fell fighting the insurgency in his homeland of Punjab, this day 32 yrs ago
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Constable Sudip Sarkar, BSF. Martyred in an operation in Machhal this day last year.
Constable Sudip Sarkar, BSF. Martyred in an operation in Machhal this day last year.
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Capt Ashutosh Kumar, Hav CH Praveen Kumar & Rfn Ryada Maheshwar, 18 Madras. Martyred in Machhal this day last year, along with their brother from the BSF in the tweet above
Capt Ashutosh Kumar, Hav CH Praveen Kumar & Rfn Ryada Maheshwar, 18 Madras. Martyred in Machhal this day last year, along with their brother from the BSF in the tweet above
https://twitter.com/ChinarcorpsIA/status/1325491742494224384
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Air Marshal Subroto Mukherjee, Father of the Indian Air Force.
Died in harness, this day in 1960
Air Marshal Subroto Mukherjee, Father of the Indian Air Force.
Died in harness, this day in 1960
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Never off duty. Ever.
Maj Braj Kishore Sharma, Kirti Chakra (Posth)
Never off duty. Ever.
Maj Braj Kishore Sharma, Kirti Chakra (Posth)
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1325812339128610816
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FOUR men lost. Enemy routed.
One Maha Vir Chakra & one Vir Chakra earned by Vir Biharis in the process.
Who says Kargil war was over in July 1999?
Here's the story of what transpired that day ..
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FOUR men lost. Enemy routed.
One Maha Vir Chakra & one Vir Chakra earned by Vir Biharis in the process.
Who says Kargil war was over in July 1999?
Here's the story of what transpired that day ..
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Captain Gurjinder Singh Suri was the Ghatak platoon commander of 12 Bihar and was located somewhere near Kargil.
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Captain Gurjinder Singh Suri was the Ghatak platoon commander of 12 Bihar and was located somewhere near Kargil.
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On 09 Nov 1999, the enemy launched an attack on own post, which was successfully repulsed, and true to their form, the Paakis fled back once they realized that they were outclassed as usual.
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On 09 Nov 1999, the enemy launched an attack on own post, which was successfully repulsed, and true to their form, the Paakis fled back once they realized that they were outclassed as usual.
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Seizing the opportunity, the Ghatak platoon was ordered to pursue the fleeing enemy.
Capt Suri immediately deployed his support group to take care of any reinforcement or interference and set out to clear the offending enemy one bunkers at a time.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Seizing the opportunity, the Ghatak platoon was ordered to pursue the fleeing enemy.
Capt Suri immediately deployed his support group to take care of any reinforcement or interference and set out to clear the offending enemy one bunkers at a time.
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When he saw that one comrade was grievously injured by an enemy machine gun in the process, he quickly moved on with his buddy to clear the bunker.
He killed two enemy soldiers with his AK rifle & silenced the offending machine gun.
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When he saw that one comrade was grievously injured by an enemy machine gun in the process, he quickly moved on with his buddy to clear the bunker.
He killed two enemy soldiers with his AK rifle & silenced the offending machine gun.
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However in the process he received a burst in his left arm. Unmindful of his injury, Capt Suri continued to lead his men to accomplish the task.
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However in the process he received a burst in his left arm. Unmindful of his injury, Capt Suri continued to lead his men to accomplish the task.
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He then lobbed two hand grenades into another bunker and entered inside, spraying bullets with his AK rifle, killing yet another enemy soldier instantly.
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He then lobbed two hand grenades into another bunker and entered inside, spraying bullets with his AK rifle, killing yet another enemy soldier instantly.
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At this point he was hit by an enemy RPG & was critically wounded.
Yet, he refused to be evacuated and continued to exhort his men till he breathed his last.
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At this point he was hit by an enemy RPG & was critically wounded.
Yet, he refused to be evacuated and continued to exhort his men till he breathed his last.
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Inspired by his leadership and thirsty for revenge, his Ghataks fell upon the enemy with vengeance and annihilated them.
No Paaki was taken alive that day.
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Inspired by his leadership and thirsty for revenge, his Ghataks fell upon the enemy with vengeance and annihilated them.
No Paaki was taken alive that day.
10/10
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26 year old Capt Gurjinder Singh Suri, a Vir Bihari, son of Col TP Singh (Retd), had achieved what he set out to, earning immortality ..
He was awarded a richly deserved Maha Vir Chakra for his excellent military leadership and supreme sacrifice.
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26 year old Capt Gurjinder Singh Suri, a Vir Bihari, son of Col TP Singh (Retd), had achieved what he set out to, earning immortality ..
He was awarded a richly deserved Maha Vir Chakra for his excellent military leadership and supreme sacrifice.
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Sep Manoj Kumar Singh, Vir Chakra (Posthumous). Also martyred that day with his Ghatak Platoon Commander, Capt GS Suri.
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Sep Manoj Kumar Singh, Vir Chakra (Posthumous). Also martyred that day with his Ghatak Platoon Commander, Capt GS Suri.
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Did his bit in the mad charge this day in 1999, destroying two enemy bunkers before being hit by an RPG round and falling off in a gorge. His body was not recovered and presumably, still lies there, staking claim to HIS land.
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Did his bit in the mad charge this day in 1999, destroying two enemy bunkers before being hit by an RPG round and falling off in a gorge. His body was not recovered and presumably, still lies there, staking claim to HIS land.
3/3
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He was declared 'presumed dead' and awarded the Vir Chakra for exceptional bravery.
God bless his soul
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He was declared 'presumed dead' and awarded the Vir Chakra for exceptional bravery.
God bless his soul
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Wages of peace ..
Paratrooper Hardeep Singh, 11 Para.
Third martyrdom anniversary of this Khalsa of Gobind today.
He died during a freak accident during a free fall practice jump when his parachure failed to deploy.
Remember him, anyone?
Wages of peace ..
Paratrooper Hardeep Singh, 11 Para.
Third martyrdom anniversary of this Khalsa of Gobind today.
He died during a freak accident during a free fall practice jump when his parachure failed to deploy.
Remember him, anyone?
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10 Nov
CHM Karnail Singh, 7 Sikh.
Fell fighting in Kashmir this day 25 years ago
#NeverForget
10 Nov
CHM Karnail Singh, 7 Sikh.
Fell fighting in Kashmir this day 25 years ago
#NeverForget
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10 Nov
Two JCOs & a senior NCO of 2/11 GR fell 21 yrs ago.
One can't even imagine the mood in the unit that day.
10 Nov
Two JCOs & a senior NCO of 2/11 GR fell 21 yrs ago.
One can't even imagine the mood in the unit that day.
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10 Nov
Sub Surendra Singh, 7 Garh Rif.
Fell in the earliest, most difficult days of Op Meghdoot, this day 36 years ago
#Respect
10 Nov
Sub Surendra Singh, 7 Garh Rif.
Fell in the earliest, most difficult days of Op Meghdoot, this day 36 years ago
#Respect
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10 Nov
CT Vishram Manjhi, Chhattisgarh Police.
Fell fighting Red terrorists in Sukma, 15 yrs ago
10 Nov
CT Vishram Manjhi, Chhattisgarh Police.
Fell fighting Red terrorists in Sukma, 15 yrs ago
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10 Nov
Maj Gopi Singh, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 14 Rashtriya Rifles (Garhwal Rifles).
Fought his final battle in the badlands of Bandipur, this day 16 yrs ago.
10 Nov
Maj Gopi Singh, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 14 Rashtriya Rifles (Garhwal Rifles).
Fought his final battle in the badlands of Bandipur, this day 16 yrs ago.
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10 Nov
L/Nk Sri Dhoro Majhi, Shaurya Chakra, 12 Bihar.
This Veer Bihari fell in Tirap, Arunachal 40 yrs ago.
#NeverForget
10 Nov
L/Nk Sri Dhoro Majhi, Shaurya Chakra, 12 Bihar.
This Veer Bihari fell in Tirap, Arunachal 40 yrs ago.
#NeverForget
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10 Nov
1, 2, 3, 5 & 7 Sikh together lost 5 officers, 7 JCOs & 140 other ranks in the 1965 War which was finally declared over on 10th Nov 1965. They sure left an indelible mark on the battlefield.
God bless their memories ..
10 Nov
1, 2, 3, 5 & 7 Sikh together lost 5 officers, 7 JCOs & 140 other ranks in the 1965 War which was finally declared over on 10th Nov 1965. They sure left an indelible mark on the battlefield.
God bless their memories ..
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10 Nov
CT Mandra Budhram, Chhattisgarh Police.
Fifth martyrdom anniversary of this one. Fell to red terror in Bijapur in 2016
10 Nov
CT Mandra Budhram, Chhattisgarh Police.
Fifth martyrdom anniversary of this one. Fell to red terror in Bijapur in 2016
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10 Nov
CISF trooper, martyred fighting 'Gandhians With Guns' this day 30 years ago
10 Nov
CISF trooper, martyred fighting 'Gandhians With Guns' this day 30 years ago
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10 Nov
Nawang lies in peace, having chosen a career he desired & dying trying to save a comrade's life.
He'd been in commissioned service for just 2 months.
Fell five weeks short of his 25th birthday.
Here's his story ..
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10 Nov
Nawang lies in peace, having chosen a career he desired & dying trying to save a comrade's life.
He'd been in commissioned service for just 2 months.
Fell five weeks short of his 25th birthday.
Here's his story ..
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Born to renowned mountaineers, Hareesh and Geeta Kapadia, Nawang was named after a Sherpa.
He naturally inherited an adventurous streak.
This landed this Mumbai lad into the OTA soon after graduation.
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Born to renowned mountaineers, Hareesh and Geeta Kapadia, Nawang was named after a Sherpa.
He naturally inherited an adventurous streak.
This landed this Mumbai lad into the OTA soon after graduation.
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In Sep 2000, Lt Nawang Kapadia got commissioned into Fourth Battalion The Third Gorkha Rifles, or 4/3 GR, at 24 years of age.
After a short leave, he joined his battalion in Kupwara on 29th Oct 2000.
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In Sep 2000, Lt Nawang Kapadia got commissioned into Fourth Battalion The Third Gorkha Rifles, or 4/3 GR, at 24 years of age.
After a short leave, he joined his battalion in Kupwara on 29th Oct 2000.
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The battalion at that point in time was committed in relentless counter insurgency operations.
Nawang soon became part of the 4/3 GR family and got involved into such operations as well.
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The battalion at that point in time was committed in relentless counter insurgency operations.
Nawang soon became part of the 4/3 GR family and got involved into such operations as well.
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Who could have known that this young 'Kancha' of the battalion had but 13 days left in this particular journey of his in the mortal realm.
On 10 Nov, info was received about the presence of a large group of terrorists in the infamous Rajwar forest of Kupwara.
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Who could have known that this young 'Kancha' of the battalion had but 13 days left in this particular journey of his in the mortal realm.
On 10 Nov, info was received about the presence of a large group of terrorists in the infamous Rajwar forest of Kupwara.
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The battalion quickly launched an operation in which Nawang was tasked to lead his platoon as well.
Soon, a well hidden hideout was discovered by the Gorkhas of 4/3 GR. The terrorists, realizing that their game was up, opened up incessant fire.
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The battalion quickly launched an operation in which Nawang was tasked to lead his platoon as well.
Soon, a well hidden hideout was discovered by the Gorkhas of 4/3 GR. The terrorists, realizing that their game was up, opened up incessant fire.
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Nawang's platoon bore the brunt of this fire and Havaldar Chitra Bahadur received a burst and fell down.
Instinctively, Nawang rushed to the aid of Chitra Bahadur, firing at the terrorists while at it, rest of his troops too providing covering fire.
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Nawang's platoon bore the brunt of this fire and Havaldar Chitra Bahadur received a burst and fell down.
Instinctively, Nawang rushed to the aid of Chitra Bahadur, firing at the terrorists while at it, rest of his troops too providing covering fire.
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However, hidden from all, yet another terrorist opened fire at Lt Nawang from close quarter, injuring him seriously.
Nawang soon breathed his last, but his supreme sacrifice didn't go in vain as own troops soon dispatched the rest of the terrorists.
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However, hidden from all, yet another terrorist opened fire at Lt Nawang from close quarter, injuring him seriously.
Nawang soon breathed his last, but his supreme sacrifice didn't go in vain as own troops soon dispatched the rest of the terrorists.
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There was, however, no joy after completion of a successful operation since Nawang and Chitra lay martyred.
Here is a panoramic sketch I discovered on the www, describing how the events of that day unfolded.
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There was, however, no joy after completion of a successful operation since Nawang and Chitra lay martyred.
Here is a panoramic sketch I discovered on the www, describing how the events of that day unfolded.
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Young Nawang's mortal remains were consigned to the eternal agni in Mumbai with full military honours a few days later.
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Young Nawang's mortal remains were consigned to the eternal agni in Mumbai with full military honours a few days later.
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A childhood friend remembers.
A MUST READ PIECE
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A childhood friend remembers.
A MUST READ PIECE
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/928957849622814725
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Mr P. Srinivas (IFS, Karnatka)
Every single patriot is a soldier of Mother India, whether in uniform or not. God bless them all.
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Mr P. Srinivas (IFS, Karnatka)
Every single patriot is a soldier of Mother India, whether in uniform or not. God bless them all.
https://twitter.com/ParveenKaswan/status/928817419606310912
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2/2
A story worth reading
2/2
A story worth reading
https://twitter.com/ParveenKaswan/status/928818212187148288
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10 Nov
Johnnie, an explosives sniffer dog who served in innumerable critical situations.
Passed away this day in 2019.
He spent his life amidst riots and bombs, always giving his best in his service to the Motherland.
10 Nov
Johnnie, an explosives sniffer dog who served in innumerable critical situations.
Passed away this day in 2019.
He spent his life amidst riots and bombs, always giving his best in his service to the Motherland.
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10 Nov
Rifleman Varun Katal, 8 JAKLI
10 Nov
Rifleman Varun Katal, 8 JAKLI
https://twitter.com/manhasvikas41/status/1193519758471155714
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09 Nov
Rifleman Siri Bahadur Thapa, Vir Chakra (P), 5/1 Gorkha Rifles
09 Nov
Rifleman Siri Bahadur Thapa, Vir Chakra (P), 5/1 Gorkha Rifles
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1325779470016450560
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Naik Gosavi Keshav Somgir, 24 Maratha Light Infantry.
Martyred this day three years ago on the LoC in Naushera Sector to unprovoked fire from the Pak army.
Do spare a moment in remembrance, if you can.
Naik Gosavi Keshav Somgir, 24 Maratha Light Infantry.
Martyred this day three years ago on the LoC in Naushera Sector to unprovoked fire from the Pak army.
Do spare a moment in remembrance, if you can.
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Capt Rohit Kaushal, Sena Medal (Gallantry) (Posthumous), 18 Punjab / 12 RR.
This Panchkula/Chandigarh boy gave up a degree in engineering to join the Indian Army.
Attained immortality this day 26 years ago, leading from the front, taking enemy fire in his chest.
Capt Rohit Kaushal, Sena Medal (Gallantry) (Posthumous), 18 Punjab / 12 RR.
This Panchkula/Chandigarh boy gave up a degree in engineering to join the Indian Army.
Attained immortality this day 26 years ago, leading from the front, taking enemy fire in his chest.
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Sub Ved Prakash, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 16 Dogra
Fell fighting Packie scum in Rajauri in 1999
Sub Ved Prakash, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 16 Dogra
Fell fighting Packie scum in Rajauri in 1999
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Earned a Shaurya Chakra this day 16 yrs ago at the age of 22 years, paying for it with his blood.
Earned a Shaurya Chakra this day 16 yrs ago at the age of 22 years, paying for it with his blood.
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CT Mohan Lal, Chhattisgarh Police.
Martyred fighting Maoist terrorists in Bijapur, 18 yrs ago
CT Mohan Lal, Chhattisgarh Police.
Martyred fighting Maoist terrorists in Bijapur, 18 yrs ago
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Lance Naik Antony Sebastian KM, martyred on the LoC in the Krishnaghati Sector this day three years ago.
Lance Naik Antony Sebastian KM, martyred on the LoC in the Krishnaghati Sector this day three years ago.
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Sep J Rushikesh Ramchandra and Nk SB Rameshrao, The Maratha Light Infantry.
Fell guarding the Motherland's borders in Gurez this day last year, in unprovoked firing from Pakistan side.
First martyrdom anniversary today.
Remember them, anyone?
Sep J Rushikesh Ramchandra and Nk SB Rameshrao, The Maratha Light Infantry.
Fell guarding the Motherland's borders in Gurez this day last year, in unprovoked firing from Pakistan side.
First martyrdom anniversary today.
Remember them, anyone?
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Hav Hardhan Chandra Roy and Gnr Subodh Ghosh, Regiment of Artillery.
These two gunners also fell in Uri on the same day and under the same circumstances as their Maratha brothers mentioned in the tweet above.
Hav Hardhan Chandra Roy and Gnr Subodh Ghosh, Regiment of Artillery.
These two gunners also fell in Uri on the same day and under the same circumstances as their Maratha brothers mentioned in the tweet above.
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Naib Subedar P.O Cherian, Vir Chakra(P), 4 MADRAS
Fell this day in 1971 during preliminary stages of the war
Naib Subedar P.O Cherian, Vir Chakra(P), 4 MADRAS
Fell this day in 1971 during preliminary stages of the war
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Sep Mahendra Pal, 17th Battalion The Jat Regiment
Martyred in Naogaon, Kashmir in 2012
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Sep Mahendra Pal, 17th Battalion The Jat Regiment
Martyred in Naogaon, Kashmir in 2012
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Sep Bhupendra Kalirana Jat, 17 Jat.
Also fell with his buddy, Sep Mahendra Pal on this day in 2012
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Sep Bhupendra Kalirana Jat, 17 Jat.
Also fell with his buddy, Sep Mahendra Pal on this day in 2012
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'Some' of the Vir Biharis that have fallen in the service of the Motherland over the years. They more than lived up to their Regimental Motto - Karm Hi Dharm.
God bless them all ..
'Some' of the Vir Biharis that have fallen in the service of the Motherland over the years. They more than lived up to their Regimental Motto - Karm Hi Dharm.
God bless them all ..
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Rifleman Sohan Lal and Rifleman Inder Singh.
Fell this day in 2017 to an IED blast in Maha Mani Village, Chandel, Manipur. Today is their fourth martyrdom anniversary.
Rifleman Sohan Lal and Rifleman Inder Singh.
Fell this day in 2017 to an IED blast in Maha Mani Village, Chandel, Manipur. Today is their fourth martyrdom anniversary.
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Capt Ashwani Kumar, Sena Medal (Posth), AMC / 3 Ladakh Scouts. Taken by an avalanche in Siachen, this day in 2015
Capt Ashwani Kumar, Sena Medal (Posth), AMC / 3 Ladakh Scouts. Taken by an avalanche in Siachen, this day in 2015
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Sub Inspector Rakesh Dobhal, BSF.
Fell this day last year, manning the LoC in the Baramula Sector
Sub Inspector Rakesh Dobhal, BSF.
Fell this day last year, manning the LoC in the Baramula Sector
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Nb Sub Gurdev Singh, Sixth Battalion The Sikh Regiment.
Fell in the service of the Nation this day 21 years ago
Nb Sub Gurdev Singh, Sixth Battalion The Sikh Regiment.
Fell in the service of the Nation this day 21 years ago
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Col Viplav Tripathi, Rfn Suman Swargiyari, Rfn Khatnei Konyak, Rfn RP Meena and Rfn Shyamal Das, 46 Assam Rifles.
Fell in Manipur earlier today in a dastardly attack by an unworthy enemy who also murdered the wife and child of Col Viplav.
Col Viplav Tripathi, Rfn Suman Swargiyari, Rfn Khatnei Konyak, Rfn RP Meena and Rfn Shyamal Das, 46 Assam Rifles.
Fell in Manipur earlier today in a dastardly attack by an unworthy enemy who also murdered the wife and child of Col Viplav.
https://twitter.com/official_dgar/status/1459526026740985859
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13 Nov
Refer five tweets above
13 Nov
Refer five tweets above
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1008258300486520832
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Martyrs of 39 NDA / 48 Regular Course -these were folks who were literally 'Born Into Battle' - going into the 1971 war less than three weeks from commissioning
Martyrs of 39 NDA / 48 Regular Course -these were folks who were literally 'Born Into Battle' - going into the 1971 war less than three weeks from commissioning
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Lt Gen Harbaksh Singh, the man who single-handedly orchestrated the critical campaign of 1965. Passed away this day in 1999.
A true legend .. right up there with the best that there have been.
God bless his soul..
Lt Gen Harbaksh Singh, the man who single-handedly orchestrated the critical campaign of 1965. Passed away this day in 1999.
A true legend .. right up there with the best that there have been.
God bless his soul..
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In memory of the hundreds of boys of the Walong Brigade that fell in the Battle of Walong that commenced this day in 1962.
God bless them all ..
In memory of the hundreds of boys of the Walong Brigade that fell in the Battle of Walong that commenced this day in 1962.
God bless them all ..
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1459920797800312836
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15 Nov
Hav Naipal Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth), Fifth Battalion The Rajput Regiment.
Fell this day in 1987 during Operation Pawan, sacrificing himself in the process of ensuring that none of his men came to harm in a well planned LTTE ambush.
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Hav Naipal Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth), Fifth Battalion The Rajput Regiment.
Fell this day in 1987 during Operation Pawan, sacrificing himself in the process of ensuring that none of his men came to harm in a well planned LTTE ambush.
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15 Nov
Martyrs of 7 JAT, remembered on the joyous occasion of the Paltan's Raising Day.
JAT BALWAN .. JAI BHAGWAN!
15 Nov
Martyrs of 7 JAT, remembered on the joyous occasion of the Paltan's Raising Day.
JAT BALWAN .. JAI BHAGWAN!
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Rifleman Roshan Rai, 1/11 GR (Bravest of the Brave) (Batalik).
This young lad from Kalimpong fell in Kupwara this day 15 yrs ago.
Rifleman Roshan Rai, 1/11 GR (Bravest of the Brave) (Batalik).
This young lad from Kalimpong fell in Kupwara this day 15 yrs ago.
^^
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I'm sure that young Roshan's old man would have been at his memorial once again yesterday morning, just as he was this same day last year and so many years before.
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I'm sure that young Roshan's old man would have been at his memorial once again yesterday morning, just as he was this same day last year and so many years before.
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1063038091185790976
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15 Nov
Maj RC Nair, Sena Medal
Fell in Doda, this day 20 years ago.
A beautiful tribute indeed by 106 Med Regt
15 Nov
Maj RC Nair, Sena Medal
Fell in Doda, this day 20 years ago.
A beautiful tribute indeed by 106 Med Regt
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15 Nov
What a beautiful, heartfelt description of the martyr. Must have been one hell of a loss to the Paltan
15 Nov
What a beautiful, heartfelt description of the martyr. Must have been one hell of a loss to the Paltan
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15 Nov
Capt Atul Sharma, 48 AD Regt/29 RR
21 years since this one fell.
God bless his soul ..
15 Nov
Capt Atul Sharma, 48 AD Regt/29 RR
21 years since this one fell.
God bless his soul ..
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1328010791073660933
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The 79 Khalsas of 4 Sikh that were lost this day in 1962
The 79 Khalsas of 4 Sikh that were lost this day in 1962
https://twitter.com/bishwa55900127/status/1328179084359299073
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Maj Harpal Singh Grewal, VrC (Posth), L/Nk Cyril Toppo, Sep Rama Shanker Pandey and Sep Ram Nath Rai - Vir Biharis of the Eighth Battalion that fell this day in the 1971 War
Maj Harpal Singh Grewal, VrC (Posth), L/Nk Cyril Toppo, Sep Rama Shanker Pandey and Sep Ram Nath Rai - Vir Biharis of the Eighth Battalion that fell this day in the 1971 War
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Kartar Singh Sarabha (24 May 1896 - 16 November 1915)
A pioneer amongst the revolutionary freedom fighters, and inspiration for Bhagat Singh.
Killed by the Empire this day 106 years ago.
He was just above 19 years old on the day he was martyred.
Kartar Singh Sarabha (24 May 1896 - 16 November 1915)
A pioneer amongst the revolutionary freedom fighters, and inspiration for Bhagat Singh.
Killed by the Empire this day 106 years ago.
He was just above 19 years old on the day he was martyred.
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Brig AB Harolikar, Maha Vir Chakra, 4/5 Gorkha Rifles.
Orchestrated a brilliant military victory over an entire Paaki Brigade in Sylhet in the 1971 War, while commanding his battalion.
Passed away this day in 2007
Brig AB Harolikar, Maha Vir Chakra, 4/5 Gorkha Rifles.
Orchestrated a brilliant military victory over an entire Paaki Brigade in Sylhet in the 1971 War, while commanding his battalion.
Passed away this day in 2007
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Lt Bikram Singh Rathore, 6 Kumaon
This young man played a huge role in making the invaders' lives miserable as they dared advance into the Motherland.
The warriors of the Walong Brigade did lose, but STILL came out with their honour intact.
God bless them all 🙏
Lt Bikram Singh Rathore, 6 Kumaon
This young man played a huge role in making the invaders' lives miserable as they dared advance into the Motherland.
The warriors of the Walong Brigade did lose, but STILL came out with their honour intact.
God bless them all 🙏
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Brave Dogra 'Sipaiyas', fought on valiantly in Walong - At the very farthest end of the Himalayas in whose foothills they were born. They fell by the dozens, but with honour and pride intact, taking with them enemy by the scores.
Brave Dogra 'Sipaiyas', fought on valiantly in Walong - At the very farthest end of the Himalayas in whose foothills they were born. They fell by the dozens, but with honour and pride intact, taking with them enemy by the scores.
https://twitter.com/bishwa55900127/status/1328676689195438083
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'Grinders' of 'Utkrisht Unnees'.
Fell this day 21 yrs ago in the accursed 'Jannat'
'Grinders' of 'Utkrisht Unnees'.
Fell this day 21 yrs ago in the accursed 'Jannat'
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Taken by an avalanche while searching for three missing civilian porters in Gurez, 13 yrs ago
Taken by an avalanche while searching for three missing civilian porters in Gurez, 13 yrs ago
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Lt Gen SK Sinha, a legend in the fraternity of arms.
Passed away this day five years ago
Lt Gen SK Sinha, a legend in the fraternity of arms.
Passed away this day five years ago
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In memory of the 3 Officers, 4 JCOs, 147 Other Ranks and 7 Non Combatants of 4 Garhwal Rifles who fell in Nuranag today in 1962
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In memory of the 3 Officers, 4 JCOs, 147 Other Ranks and 7 Non Combatants of 4 Garhwal Rifles who fell in Nuranag today in 1962
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To be fair, only a few of these casualties happened in the main battle where the Chinese suffered heavily. Bulk of the casualties happened during the withdrawal after the position was outflanked.
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To be fair, only a few of these casualties happened in the main battle where the Chinese suffered heavily. Bulk of the casualties happened during the withdrawal after the position was outflanked.
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During the withdrawal a large number of all ranks were taken prisoner by the Chinese. The famous Brig Hoshiar Singh was killed while withdrawing with the unit.
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During the withdrawal a large number of all ranks were taken prisoner by the Chinese. The famous Brig Hoshiar Singh was killed while withdrawing with the unit.
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In captivity, the survivors of the Battalion were singled out for extra punishment in the Chinese PoW Camps as retaliation for the heavy casualties the Chinese suffered at the hands of these fierce Garhwali warriors.
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In captivity, the survivors of the Battalion were singled out for extra punishment in the Chinese PoW Camps as retaliation for the heavy casualties the Chinese suffered at the hands of these fierce Garhwali warriors.
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The combined valour of these stubborn defenders earned their Battalion, 4 Garhwal Rifles, one of the only two Battle Honours awarded in the campaign of 1962.
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The combined valour of these stubborn defenders earned their Battalion, 4 Garhwal Rifles, one of the only two Battle Honours awarded in the campaign of 1962.
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The battle of Nuranag was as bloody as it can get. The Chinese found themselves pitted against a wall of stubborn Garhwalis who made them pay heavily for every inch of land they gained.
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The battle of Nuranag was as bloody as it can get. The Chinese found themselves pitted against a wall of stubborn Garhwalis who made them pay heavily for every inch of land they gained.
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It was also this day that Rifleman Jaswant Singh Rawat, Maha Vir Chakra (Posthumous) became a legend that still stands guard at his final battlefield, now aptly named JASWANTGARH.
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It was also this day that Rifleman Jaswant Singh Rawat, Maha Vir Chakra (Posthumous) became a legend that still stands guard at his final battlefield, now aptly named JASWANTGARH.
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Brig Kuldip Singh Chandpuri
An entire infantry brigade & a full regiment of tanks facing you & your hundred odd men.
A situation where lesser mortals might have turned tail, he chose to make an epic, stubborn stand.
Third death anniversary today.
God Bless him.
Brig Kuldip Singh Chandpuri
An entire infantry brigade & a full regiment of tanks facing you & your hundred odd men.
A situation where lesser mortals might have turned tail, he chose to make an epic, stubborn stand.
Third death anniversary today.
God Bless him.
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Lala Lajpat Rai - 93rd death anniversary today.
He fell, but the light that he lit, ultimately burnt down the British Empire.
Shame that hardly anyone of us remembers such folks anymore.
Lala Lajpat Rai - 93rd death anniversary today.
He fell, but the light that he lit, ultimately burnt down the British Empire.
Shame that hardly anyone of us remembers such folks anymore.
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Hav Santosh Kumar, 3 RAJ RIF/ 57 RR
Second martyrdom anniversary today.
Hav Santosh Kumar, 3 RAJ RIF/ 57 RR
Second martyrdom anniversary today.
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1328721564108353537
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Sep Nikhil Sharma, 7 RR
First martyrdom anniversary today.
Sep Nikhil Sharma, 7 RR
First martyrdom anniversary today.
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1329099836054880256
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16 Nov
Vice Adm John Thomas Goslin Pereira, PVSM (Retd)
16 Nov
Vice Adm John Thomas Goslin Pereira, PVSM (Retd)
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1329084624757088261
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HC Afjal Khan
Yet another Chhattisgarh Policeman .. murdered at the hands of Red terrorists
HC Afjal Khan
Yet another Chhattisgarh Policeman .. murdered at the hands of Red terrorists
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Martyrs of #RezangLa - A last stand that shone bright despite the humiliation of 1962
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Martyrs of #RezangLa - A last stand that shone bright despite the humiliation of 1962
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Red Cross Officials of both sides arrive to do work at #RezangLa - 1963
Photo from
@bharatrakshak
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Red Cross Officials of both sides arrive to do work at #RezangLa - 1963
Photo from
@bharatrakshak
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Troops of 13 Kumaon enroute to their positions at #RezangLa, 1962. This is probably the last photograph of them alive.
Each and every one of them would be martyred.
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Troops of 13 Kumaon enroute to their positions at #RezangLa, 1962. This is probably the last photograph of them alive.
Each and every one of them would be martyred.
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Mortal remains of Nursing Assistant Dharam Pal Singh Dahiya who died tending to the wounded on the battlefield at #RezangLa
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Mortal remains of Nursing Assistant Dharam Pal Singh Dahiya who died tending to the wounded on the battlefield at #RezangLa
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As per War Diary of the Battalion, 13 Kumaon regrouped after ceasefire less 'C' Company that had ceased to exist.
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As per War Diary of the Battalion, 13 Kumaon regrouped after ceasefire less 'C' Company that had ceased to exist.
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Mass funeral pyre of #RezangLa martyrs near the spot they fell, by Brig (later COAS) Raina, local Brigade Commander
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Mass funeral pyre of #RezangLa martyrs near the spot they fell, by Brig (later COAS) Raina, local Brigade Commander
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‘Nobody believed we had killed so many Chinese at Rezang La’
#RezangLa was one hell of a saga of collective bravery. The Ahirs of Major Shaitan Singh sure gave back as good as they received.
#RezangLaDay
A MUST READ PIECE!
archive.indianexpress.com/news/-nobody-b…
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‘Nobody believed we had killed so many Chinese at Rezang La’
#RezangLa was one hell of a saga of collective bravery. The Ahirs of Major Shaitan Singh sure gave back as good as they received.
#RezangLaDay
A MUST READ PIECE!
archive.indianexpress.com/news/-nobody-b…
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One can read the above piece over and over again.
Quote - "The jawans and the JCOs said we will not leave Rezang La. We have the blessings of Lord Krishna. The Major said I am with you and I am a Yadav too, so what if my name is Bhati?
Unquote
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One can read the above piece over and over again.
Quote - "The jawans and the JCOs said we will not leave Rezang La. We have the blessings of Lord Krishna. The Major said I am with you and I am a Yadav too, so what if my name is Bhati?
Unquote
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Another goosebumps inducing story of the RezangLa Battle.
Over 200 telegrams found their way to Kosli, a small Haryana village. Half of them related to the martyrs of #RezangLa
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old.tehelka.com/last-man-last-…
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Another goosebumps inducing story of the RezangLa Battle.
Over 200 telegrams found their way to Kosli, a small Haryana village. Half of them related to the martyrs of #RezangLa
#RezangLaDay
old.tehelka.com/last-man-last-…
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Two of the martyrs of #RezangLa who fought, and died together
Photo: @bharatrakshak
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Two of the martyrs of #RezangLa who fought, and died together
Photo: @bharatrakshak
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The Man who does not flee from battle
Does at once perform the duties of four ashrams
Two men go beyond the solar sphere in Heaven,
The austere ascetic
and
The soldier who is killed in battle with his face to the foe
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The Man who does not flee from battle
Does at once perform the duties of four ashrams
Two men go beyond the solar sphere in Heaven,
The austere ascetic
and
The soldier who is killed in battle with his face to the foe
#RezangLaDay
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^^ above quote from Shukraniti. Ch IV. Sec VII
God Bless Major Shaitan Singh Bhati & his brave Ahirs who fell with their guns pointed at the enemy
#RezangLaDay
#ObituaryOfTheDay
^^ above quote from Shukraniti. Ch IV. Sec VII
God Bless Major Shaitan Singh Bhati & his brave Ahirs who fell with their guns pointed at the enemy
#RezangLaDay
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Soldier, rest! thy warfare o'er
Dream of fighting fields no more
Sleep the sleep that knows not breaking
Morn of toil, nor night of waking.
Photograph: The abode of the immortals of 13 Kumaon at RezangLa.
#RezangLaDay
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Soldier, rest! thy warfare o'er
Dream of fighting fields no more
Sleep the sleep that knows not breaking
Morn of toil, nor night of waking.
Photograph: The abode of the immortals of 13 Kumaon at RezangLa.
#RezangLaDay
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Yet another photograph of their final journey from this mortal realm of ours
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Yet another photograph of their final journey from this mortal realm of ours
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And then there is this memorial in Rewari, Haryana.
A last stand that will continue to shine bright.
Forever.
God Bless Shaitan Singh and his Ahirs
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And then there is this memorial in Rewari, Haryana.
A last stand that will continue to shine bright.
Forever.
God Bless Shaitan Singh and his Ahirs
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Here's their story. Couldn't have been told much better.
A MUST READ thread
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Here's their story. Couldn't have been told much better.
A MUST READ thread
#RezangLaDay
https://twitter.com/Peacef_Warrior/status/799432341999357952
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The story of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, Param Vir Chakra (Posth), as shown on the serial 'Param Vir Chakra'
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The story of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, Param Vir Chakra (Posth), as shown on the serial 'Param Vir Chakra'
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Post RezangLa - the biggest funeral pyre ever lit in history of Indian Army where 95 of the #RezangLa Martyrs were put to rest together.
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Post RezangLa - the biggest funeral pyre ever lit in history of Indian Army where 95 of the #RezangLa Martyrs were put to rest together.
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Col HS Dhingra, who commanded the #RezangLa Battalion during the 1962 War, talks about the now famous battle. Worth a watch.
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Col HS Dhingra, who commanded the #RezangLa Battalion during the 1962 War, talks about the now famous battle. Worth a watch.
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