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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.
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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
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These were the 20 Air Warriors that were being ferried by the ill fated aircraft.
Details courtesy
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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.
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Two different Hoshiar Singhs.
Two different units.
Two different operations.
One single flag.
THEIR Flag.
OUR Flag.
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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.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
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.
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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.
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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.
13/13
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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.
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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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
#RezangLaDay
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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'
#RezangLaDay
21/21
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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.
22/22
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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.
#RezangLaDay
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Col HS Dhingra, who commanded the #RezangLa Battalion during the 1962 War, talks about the now famous battle. Worth a watch.
#RezangLaDay
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Corporal Jyoti Prakash Nirala, Ashok Chakra (Posth), IAF GARUD Commando martyred during Anti Terror Ops in Bandipora, 18 Nov 2017. Surely left a mark on his final battlefield.
Corporal Jyoti Prakash Nirala, Ashok Chakra (Posth), IAF GARUD Commando martyred during Anti Terror Ops in Bandipora, 18 Nov 2017. Surely left a mark on his final battlefield.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Nyukmadong, the battlefield where the Indian Army lost the maximum troops in 1962 as they cleared a series of Chinese ambushes while withdrawing from Sela Pass.
Nyukmadong, the battlefield where the Indian Army lost the maximum troops in 1962 as they cleared a series of Chinese ambushes while withdrawing from Sela Pass.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
17 Nov
Martyred last year
17 Nov
Martyred last year
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1329099836054880256
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Nk Maninder Singh, Sep Manish Kumar, Sep Dimpal Kumar & Sep Veerpal Singh
Second martyrdom anniversary today
Nk Maninder Singh, Sep Manish Kumar, Sep Dimpal Kumar & Sep Veerpal Singh
Second martyrdom anniversary today
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1328943594196131840
#ObituaryOfTheDay
19 Nov
Nk Sarwan Kumar, Shaurya Chakra (Marnoparant)
Fell for the sake of the Nation this day 16 yrs ago.
Did enough in the process to earn a Shaurya Chakra
19 Nov
Nk Sarwan Kumar, Shaurya Chakra (Marnoparant)
Fell for the sake of the Nation this day 16 yrs ago.
Did enough in the process to earn a Shaurya Chakra
#ObituaryOfTheDay
19 Nov
This Khalsa of Gobind fell this day 20 years ago, fighting to retain the lands brought into the Nation by his ancestors.
19 Nov
This Khalsa of Gobind fell this day 20 years ago, fighting to retain the lands brought into the Nation by his ancestors.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
19 Nov
Lt Col Mandar Nene, died along with 11 Air Force personnel in a Mi-17 crash in Arunachal in 2010
19 Nov
Lt Col Mandar Nene, died along with 11 Air Force personnel in a Mi-17 crash in Arunachal in 2010
#ObituaryOfTheDay
19 Nov
Sep Gurdeep Singh, 37 Rashtriya Rifles (Punjab).
One of the many that have made the Rashtriya Rifles what it is - A fearsome military machine
19 Nov
Sep Gurdeep Singh, 37 Rashtriya Rifles (Punjab).
One of the many that have made the Rashtriya Rifles what it is - A fearsome military machine
#ObituaryOfTheDay
19 Nov
NK VN Reddy, Sena Medal, 9 Madras (Travancore)
Fell in the worst phase of terror in Surankot 24 yrs ago
19 Nov
NK VN Reddy, Sena Medal, 9 Madras (Travancore)
Fell in the worst phase of terror in Surankot 24 yrs ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
19 Nov
Head Constable K. Venkanna, 150th Battalion The CRPF. Yet another CRPF boy, martyred this day four years ago fighting Red terror in Sukma.
19 Nov
Head Constable K. Venkanna, 150th Battalion The CRPF. Yet another CRPF boy, martyred this day four years ago fighting Red terror in Sukma.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
19 Nov
Capt Umang Bhardwaj, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 7 Jat.
21 years since this young lad laid down his life
19 Nov
Capt Umang Bhardwaj, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 7 Jat.
21 years since this young lad laid down his life
#ObituaryOfTheDay
19 Nov
Read this six tweet thread on Nb Sub Dev Bahadur Thapa, 1/4 Gorkha Rifles.
Totally worth it.
19 Nov
Read this six tweet thread on Nb Sub Dev Bahadur Thapa, 1/4 Gorkha Rifles.
Totally worth it.
https://twitter.com/ShivAroor/status/932145431924092928
#ObituaryOfTheDay
19 Nov
.. and the war in NEFA raged on.
19 Nov
.. and the war in NEFA raged on.
https://twitter.com/bishwa55900127/status/1329461879895429128
#ObituaryOfTheDay
28th martyrdom anniversary of this one
Fell in the fight to ensure territorial integrity of the Union of India
28th martyrdom anniversary of this one
Fell in the fight to ensure territorial integrity of the Union of India
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lt Sandeep Chahar, 12 Madras and Lt Narendra Kumar, 25 Grenadiers.
Lost their lives in a train accident near Kanpur this day five years ago
Lt Sandeep Chahar, 12 Madras and Lt Narendra Kumar, 25 Grenadiers.
Lost their lives in a train accident near Kanpur this day five years ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Capt Shivendu, 23 Para.
Also died in the same train accident in Kanpur this day five years ago
Capt Shivendu, 23 Para.
Also died in the same train accident in Kanpur this day five years ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Navneet Vats, Sena Medal
Maj Navneet Vats, Sena Medal
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1196983828289474560
#ObituaryOfTheDay
BSF boys, martyred in the opening stages of the 1971 War, each earning a Vir Chakra
BSF boys, martyred in the opening stages of the 1971 War, each earning a Vir Chakra
https://twitter.com/BSF_India/status/1197159004998258688
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lance Naik Arun Kumar, 81 Fd Regt/ 36 RR
Lance Naik Arun Kumar, 81 Fd Regt/ 36 RR
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1329819279118659589
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Constable Rai Singh, BSF. Martyred in cross border firing in Rajauri, this day four years ago
It is 'coz of folks like these that we have the freedom to cry hoarse over real / perceived issues
Constable Rai Singh, BSF. Martyred in cross border firing in Rajauri, this day four years ago
It is 'coz of folks like these that we have the freedom to cry hoarse over real / perceived issues
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Martyrs of BSF - 21 Nov
Yet more names and faces in addition to the one above
Martyrs of BSF - 21 Nov
Yet more names and faces in addition to the one above
https://twitter.com/BSF_India/status/1462224081504256000
#ObituaryOfTheDay
1/4
Cdr Nishant Bargoti, Indian Navy.
Taken by cancer this day five years ago. Was given two weeks to live, yet hung on for six months.
A fighter till the very end.
1/4
Cdr Nishant Bargoti, Indian Navy.
Taken by cancer this day five years ago. Was given two weeks to live, yet hung on for six months.
A fighter till the very end.
4/4
#ObituaryOfTheDay
His journey on this Earth completed, Cdr Nishant Bargoti chose to become one with the Ocean. Given a sea burial (ashes immersed in deep sea) as per his wish.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
His journey on this Earth completed, Cdr Nishant Bargoti chose to become one with the Ocean. Given a sea burial (ashes immersed in deep sea) as per his wish.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
In memory of the 1000s of fine men who went to their deaths with one hand tied behind their backs in the winter of 1962 in a war that finally ended this day.
However, many more would fall even after this day, writing further stories of valour with blood.
In memory of the 1000s of fine men who went to their deaths with one hand tied behind their backs in the winter of 1962 in a war that finally ended this day.
However, many more would fall even after this day, writing further stories of valour with blood.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Daljit Singh Narang, VrC (Posth), 45 Cav.
Fell in the Battle of Garibpur .. yet another oft forgotten part of our glorious military history
Maj Daljit Singh Narang, VrC (Posth), 45 Cav.
Fell in the Battle of Garibpur .. yet another oft forgotten part of our glorious military history
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1330137016386908161
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Hav Patil Sangram Shivaji, 16 Maratha LI.
Fell while manning the Line of Control in Naushera Sector of Rajauri District this day last year.
Hav Patil Sangram Shivaji, 16 Maratha LI.
Fell while manning the Line of Control in Naushera Sector of Rajauri District this day last year.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Rifleman Jitendra Kumar Shishodia, 21 Raj Rif.
This 23 year old sacrificed himself in the line of duty in Zarhama area of Kupwara district, J&K, this day in 2017
Rifleman Jitendra Kumar Shishodia, 21 Raj Rif.
This 23 year old sacrificed himself in the line of duty in Zarhama area of Kupwara district, J&K, this day in 2017
#ObituaryOfTheDay
2Lt Hawa Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth), 4/5 Gorkha Rifles.
Fell this day in 1971 in what was one of the first engagements of the 1971 War in Sylhet District of East Pakistan, at the head of a ferocious Khukri charge on 31 Punjab of Pak Army, with victory at his feet
2Lt Hawa Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth), 4/5 Gorkha Rifles.
Fell this day in 1971 in what was one of the first engagements of the 1971 War in Sylhet District of East Pakistan, at the head of a ferocious Khukri charge on 31 Punjab of Pak Army, with victory at his feet
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Flt Lt Shankar Iyer Chandrasekhar, Kirti Chakra (Posth).
Gave up his life while trying to save fellow passengers from armed robbers when travelling to his home in Chennai on leave by train on leave, this day in 1981.
Flt Lt Shankar Iyer Chandrasekhar, Kirti Chakra (Posth).
Gave up his life while trying to save fellow passengers from armed robbers when travelling to his home in Chennai on leave by train on leave, this day in 1981.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sep Sukhjit Singh, 17 SIKH.
Martyred in the accursed Valley 21 yrs ago.
#LestWeForget
Sep Sukhjit Singh, 17 SIKH.
Martyred in the accursed Valley 21 yrs ago.
#LestWeForget
#ObituaryOfTheDay
The three boys lost this day five years ago on the LoC. Still searching for more details about them.
The three boys lost this day five years ago on the LoC. Still searching for more details about them.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
29th martyrdom anniversary of this one
29th martyrdom anniversary of this one
https://twitter.com/BSF_India/status/933202429419458562
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sep Mandip Singh, Ninth Battalion The Sikh Light Infantry.
Martyred during anti terror ops along LoC, in Keran sector, Kupwara
Today is his fourth martyrdom anniversary .. forgotten already
Sep Mandip Singh, Ninth Battalion The Sikh Light Infantry.
Martyred during anti terror ops along LoC, in Keran sector, Kupwara
Today is his fourth martyrdom anniversary .. forgotten already
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Rfn Prabhu Singh, 13 RAJ RIF/ 57 RR
Rfn Prabhu Singh, 13 RAJ RIF/ 57 RR
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1330359467528122371
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Gnr Manoj Kumar Kushwah & Rfn Shashank Kumar, 57 RR. Also fell with Rfn Prabhu Singh above
Gnr Manoj Kumar Kushwah & Rfn Shashank Kumar, 57 RR. Also fell with Rfn Prabhu Singh above
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1330362503503626240
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Air Marshal Gurnam Singh Choudhary, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd), Former AOC-in-C Training Command, Air Force. First death anniversary today
Air Marshal Gurnam Singh Choudhary, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd), Former AOC-in-C Training Command, Air Force. First death anniversary today
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1331236573640212483
#ObituaryOfTheDay
One of the thousands unsung Indian soldiers that have enriched Indian soil by their blood..
One of the thousands unsung Indian soldiers that have enriched Indian soil by their blood..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sep Subinesh A. M
This youngster from Kerala made the supreme sacrifice on the LoC six years ago
Sep Subinesh A. M
This youngster from Kerala made the supreme sacrifice on the LoC six years ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lt Col Brahmanand Awasthy, CO 4 Rajput & his 125 men who stood & fought to the bitter end this day in 1962 at Lagyal Gompa,NEFA
Faced with 500 Chinese,they chose to give battle instead of fleeing.
Every single one of them fell that day, but they took 200+ enemy
Lt Col Brahmanand Awasthy, CO 4 Rajput & his 125 men who stood & fought to the bitter end this day in 1962 at Lagyal Gompa,NEFA
Faced with 500 Chinese,they chose to give battle instead of fleeing.
Every single one of them fell that day, but they took 200+ enemy
^^
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Such a leader was he that when the Chinese realized that their ambush was not going as planned, they tried to isolate him and kill him.
But his Rajputs formed a wall of human flesh around him, happily sacrificing themselves before enemy touched their leader.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Such a leader was he that when the Chinese realized that their ambush was not going as planned, they tried to isolate him and kill him.
But his Rajputs formed a wall of human flesh around him, happily sacrificing themselves before enemy touched their leader.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
^^
Here's the story of the epic last stand of the valiant Rajputs and their brave Tiger.
Each and every man amongst them was a Param Vir.
A must read piece.
rediff.com/news/report/le…
^^
Here's the story of the epic last stand of the valiant Rajputs and their brave Tiger.
Each and every man amongst them was a Param Vir.
A must read piece.
rediff.com/news/report/le…
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Bhupender Mehra, 194 Med Regt / 43 Assam Rifles. Martyred in Chandel, South Manipur this day in 2009
Maj Bhupender Mehra, 194 Med Regt / 43 Assam Rifles. Martyred in Chandel, South Manipur this day in 2009
#ObituaryOfTheDay
^^
Asst Comdt Ramendra Kumar, Hav Bipin Singh Parmar, Rifleman Narayan Singh and Rifleman Ajay Kumar. They too fell with their company commander, Major Mehra in the same engagement this day 12 years ago
^^
Asst Comdt Ramendra Kumar, Hav Bipin Singh Parmar, Rifleman Narayan Singh and Rifleman Ajay Kumar. They too fell with their company commander, Major Mehra in the same engagement this day 12 years ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sep Babasaheb Waghmare, 22 Mech / 35 RR
This one fell in the accursed 'Jannat', this day in 1999
Sep Babasaheb Waghmare, 22 Mech / 35 RR
This one fell in the accursed 'Jannat', this day in 1999
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Chhattisgarh Policemen. Martyred in the fight against red terror this day over different years
Chhattisgarh Policemen. Martyred in the fight against red terror this day over different years
#ObituaryOfTheDay
This 'Bhulla' of 7 Garhwal Rifles fell in the line of duty, this day 20 yrs ago.
#LestWeForget
This 'Bhulla' of 7 Garhwal Rifles fell in the line of duty, this day 20 yrs ago.
#LestWeForget
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Yet another Bhulla, this time of 14 RR (Garhwal Rifles),made the supreme sacrifice this day in 2001, the same day as Rfn Vinod Kumar above.
Yet another Bhulla, this time of 14 RR (Garhwal Rifles),made the supreme sacrifice this day in 2001, the same day as Rfn Vinod Kumar above.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Rifleman Ram Ugram Pandey, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 8 Guards. Fell this day in 1971
Rifleman Ram Ugram Pandey, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 8 Guards. Fell this day in 1971
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1198459361795772416
#ObituaryOfTheDay
L/Nk Jit Bahadur Tamang, 80 Battalion BSF.
This Bir Gorkhali laid down his life for the sake of the Tricolour in Srinagar, this day 31 years ago.
L/Nk Jit Bahadur Tamang, 80 Battalion BSF.
This Bir Gorkhali laid down his life for the sake of the Tricolour in Srinagar, this day 31 years ago.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
A veteran, passed away this day two years ago, doing what he loved to do.
God bless the soul of Col Azimuddin
A veteran, passed away this day two years ago, doing what he loved to do.
God bless the soul of Col Azimuddin
https://twitter.com/SUBRATSMSM/status/1198978767894396928
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj R Parameshwaran, Param Vir Chakra (P)
Attained martyrdom, and immortality together, this day 34 years ago in Op Pawan
Maj R Parameshwaran, Param Vir Chakra (P)
Attained martyrdom, and immortality together, this day 34 years ago in Op Pawan
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Irfan Ahmed Dar.
This TA jawan from Shopian was martyred when terrorists abducted and killed him while he was on leave this day four years ago.
Irfan Ahmed Dar.
This TA jawan from Shopian was martyred when terrorists abducted and killed him while he was on leave this day four years ago.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Gunner (DMT) Budh Deb Pal
This 23 year old was martyred this day 21 yrs ago in the accursed 'Jannat'
Gunner (DMT) Budh Deb Pal
This 23 year old was martyred this day 21 yrs ago in the accursed 'Jannat'
#ObituaryOfTheDay
An Ashok Chakra was earned this day three years ago by a former militant turned soldier - Nk Nazir Ahmed Wani.
#LestWeForget
An Ashok Chakra was earned this day three years ago by a former militant turned soldier - Nk Nazir Ahmed Wani.
#LestWeForget
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1331434683897311232
#ObituaryOfTheDay
26 Nov
One man, unarmed, changed entire narrative of 26/11 by ensuring one Paaki gets caught alive
Else it would be 'RSS ki Saazish'
26 Nov
One man, unarmed, changed entire narrative of 26/11 by ensuring one Paaki gets caught alive
Else it would be 'RSS ki Saazish'
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sep Rattan Singh, 163 TA & Sepoy Yash Deshmukh, 101 TA / 2 RR, and Sub Swatantra Singh, 16 Garh Rif
Sep Rattan Singh, 163 TA & Sepoy Yash Deshmukh, 101 TA / 2 RR, and Sub Swatantra Singh, 16 Garh Rif
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1332346554821144579
#ObituaryOfTheDay
26 Nov
#NeverForgetNeverForgive
26 Nov
#NeverForgetNeverForgive
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1331774525545975808
#ObituaryOfTheDay
24 Nov
Sub Raj Bahadur Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth), 8 Guards
Martyred this day in the 1971 War
24 Nov
Sub Raj Bahadur Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth), 8 Guards
Martyred this day in the 1971 War
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Subedar Umanand Barthwal, Sena Medal (Posth), 11 Garhwal Rifles.
Martyred in Op Pawan in 1988
Subedar Umanand Barthwal, Sena Medal (Posth), 11 Garhwal Rifles.
Martyred in Op Pawan in 1988
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Nk Kulwinder Singh & Nk Jagsir Singh, 5 SIKH LI.
Fell seven yrs ago in the 'famous' Arnia encounter
Nk Kulwinder Singh & Nk Jagsir Singh, 5 SIKH LI.
Fell seven yrs ago in the 'famous' Arnia encounter
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Ashok Sangali, 17 Maratha LI/ 27 RR
Fell in the infamous Kaka Hills of Surankot, this day in 2001
Maj Ashok Sangali, 17 Maratha LI/ 27 RR
Fell in the infamous Kaka Hills of Surankot, this day in 2001
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Manish Pitambare, Kirti Chakra (P), 3 PARA (SF)
Martyred in the process of saving an injured comrade during an operation in Bijbehara, J&K, this day in 2006
Maj Manish Pitambare, Kirti Chakra (P), 3 PARA (SF)
Martyred in the process of saving an injured comrade during an operation in Bijbehara, J&K, this day in 2006
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Seventh martyrdom anniversary of this Paratrooper.
Fell fighting terrorists in Jammu in 2014.
Seventh martyrdom anniversary of this Paratrooper.
Fell fighting terrorists in Jammu in 2014.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Martyrs of CRPF - 28 Nov
The figure includes NINE men of the 70th Battalion lost this day in Madhya Pradesh in 1993
Martyrs of CRPF - 28 Nov
The figure includes NINE men of the 70th Battalion lost this day in Madhya Pradesh in 1993
#ObituaryOfTheDay
CT Sukhlal Diwan, Chhattisgarh Police
Martyred in an IED blast in Kondagaon 11 yrs ago
CT Sukhlal Diwan, Chhattisgarh Police
Martyred in an IED blast in Kondagaon 11 yrs ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Nk Bharat Singh, 7 Garh Rif
Fell in the Accursed Valley 21 yrs ago, fighting for the Nation
Nk Bharat Singh, 7 Garh Rif
Fell in the Accursed Valley 21 yrs ago, fighting for the Nation
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Hav Gajendra Singh Bisht, Ashok Chakra (Posth), 51 SAG
Seized the day at Nariman House on 28 Nov 2008 during the #MumbaiAttacks
Hav Gajendra Singh Bisht, Ashok Chakra (Posth), 51 SAG
Seized the day at Nariman House on 28 Nov 2008 during the #MumbaiAttacks
#ObituaryOfTheDay
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
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lt Col Harsh Uday Singh Gaur, Ashok Chakra (P)
This Tiger earned his place in history this day, 27 years ago
#LestWeForget
Lt Col Harsh Uday Singh Gaur, Ashok Chakra (P)
This Tiger earned his place in history this day, 27 years ago
#LestWeForget
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Chhattisgarh Policemen - all six martyred in an IED blast in Bijapur, this day 18 yrs ago
Chhattisgarh Policemen - all six martyred in an IED blast in Bijapur, this day 18 yrs ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Asst Commandant Nitin Purushottam Bhalerao, 206 Battalion CoBRA
First martyrdom anniversary today
Asst Commandant Nitin Purushottam Bhalerao, 206 Battalion CoBRA
First martyrdom anniversary today
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1332923300188626945
#ObituaryOfTheDay
The one KIA and six missing of 1/5 Gorkha Rifles in the closing days of the 1947-48 campaign
The one KIA and six missing of 1/5 Gorkha Rifles in the closing days of the 1947-48 campaign
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1333065533135130625
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Nb Sub Rajendra, Hav Gazi Shaikh, NK S I Kalubhai & Rfn Goverdhan Singh. First martyrdom anniversary today.
Nb Sub Rajendra, Hav Gazi Shaikh, NK S I Kalubhai & Rfn Goverdhan Singh. First martyrdom anniversary today.
https://twitter.com/LestWeForgetIN/status/1465564904266424324
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Hav Sukman Subba, 3/11 Gorkha Rifles
Martyred in the Valley this day 16 yrs ago
#NeverForget
Hav Sukman Subba, 3/11 Gorkha Rifles
Martyred in the Valley this day 16 yrs ago
#NeverForget
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sepoy Anusuya Prasad, Vir Chakra (Posthumous)
Went down in a single minded pursuit of getting his assigned task accomplished, this day in 1971.
Earned a richly deserved Vir Chakra.
Sepoy Anusuya Prasad, Vir Chakra (Posthumous)
Went down in a single minded pursuit of getting his assigned task accomplished, this day in 1971.
Earned a richly deserved Vir Chakra.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Arvind Bazala (74 Armoured Regiment / Aviation Corps) and Maj Sanjeev Lathar (5/1 Gorkha Rifles / Aviation Corps).
Martyred when their Cheetah crashed while landing at Sukhna, this day in 2016.
Maj Arvind Bazala (74 Armoured Regiment / Aviation Corps) and Maj Sanjeev Lathar (5/1 Gorkha Rifles / Aviation Corps).
Martyred when their Cheetah crashed while landing at Sukhna, this day in 2016.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lt Col Rajneesh Kumar.
He was the passenger in the chopper piloted by the above two pilots that crashed while landing in Sukhna, West Bengal, this day in 2016
Lt Col Rajneesh Kumar.
He was the passenger in the chopper piloted by the above two pilots that crashed while landing in Sukhna, West Bengal, this day in 2016
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Rfn Padma Norgais and Nb Sub Tsewang Gialshan.
These two fell due to an avalanche while serving the Motherland in Siachen this day two years ago.
Rfn Padma Norgais and Nb Sub Tsewang Gialshan.
These two fell due to an avalanche while serving the Motherland in Siachen this day two years ago.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Rfn Pati Ram Gurung, MVC(Posth), 5/1 Gorkha Rifles.
This Bir Gorkhali went down in a blaze of glory this day in 1971.
God bless his soul ..
Rfn Pati Ram Gurung, MVC(Posth), 5/1 Gorkha Rifles.
This Bir Gorkhali went down in a blaze of glory this day in 1971.
God bless his soul ..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sub Ajay Vardhan, Kirti Chakra (Posth), 14 GARH RIF
Fell fighting terror in J&K seven yrs ago.
#NeverForget
Sub Ajay Vardhan, Kirti Chakra (Posth), 14 GARH RIF
Fell fighting terror in J&K seven yrs ago.
#NeverForget
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Martyrs of Seventh Battalion The Bihar Regiment.
Remembered on joyous occasion of their Paltan's Raising Day
Martyrs of Seventh Battalion The Bihar Regiment.
Remembered on joyous occasion of their Paltan's Raising Day
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sub Insp Paotinsat Guite, 59th Battalion The BSF
First martyrdom anniversary today
Sub Insp Paotinsat Guite, 59th Battalion The BSF
First martyrdom anniversary today
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1333765714239315969
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Veer Biharis of the Second Battalion, remembered on the occasion of the Paltan's Raising Day
Veer Biharis of the Second Battalion, remembered on the occasion of the Paltan's Raising Day
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sepoy Banwari Lal, Vir Chakra (Posth), Nineteenth Battalion The Punjab Regiment
Fell this day in 1971, fighting in Erstwhile East Pakistan
Sepoy Banwari Lal, Vir Chakra (Posth), Nineteenth Battalion The Punjab Regiment
Fell this day in 1971, fighting in Erstwhile East Pakistan
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Hav Rajendra Singh, Sep Amit & Sep Kamal Kumar. Taken by the elements this day in 2019.
Hav Rajendra Singh, Sep Amit & Sep Kamal Kumar. Taken by the elements this day in 2019.
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1202197181668548608
#ObituaryOfTheDay
CT Sandeep Tirki, Chhattisgarh Police.
Fell fighting Maoist terror in Balrampur 17 yrs ago
CT Sandeep Tirki, Chhattisgarh Police.
Fell fighting Maoist terror in Balrampur 17 yrs ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
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L/Nk Albert Ekka, Param Vir Chakra (Posth), 14 Guards
Earned immortality this day in 1971
#Respect
1/3
L/Nk Albert Ekka, Param Vir Chakra (Posth), 14 Guards
Earned immortality this day in 1971
#Respect
#ObituaryOfTheDay
2/3
His citation.
He was a man possessed, that day, as he went about trying to save his mates. So much so that even the normally drab official citation too couldn't hide the madness of that day.
This one is a MUST READ!
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His citation.
He was a man possessed, that day, as he went about trying to save his mates. So much so that even the normally drab official citation too couldn't hide the madness of that day.
This one is a MUST READ!
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Nk Akhil SS, Medical Assistant in 109 Brigade.
Lost his life in a blizzard that engulfed his patrol, this day in 2019
Nk Akhil SS, Medical Assistant in 109 Brigade.
Lost his life in a blizzard that engulfed his patrol, this day in 2019
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1334490379291279368
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Maj Anup Singh Gahlaut, Maha Vir Chakra (P), 3 Dogra. 50th Martyrdom Anniversary today.
Maj Anup Singh Gahlaut, Maha Vir Chakra (P), 3 Dogra. 50th Martyrdom Anniversary today.
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1334526143081267201
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Lance Naik Jaspal Singh, 15 Punjab.
Went missing this day in 1971 during the Battle of Hussainiwala, presumed to have been kept captive by the Packies even after the war ended.
Lance Naik Jaspal Singh, 15 Punjab.
Went missing this day in 1971 during the Battle of Hussainiwala, presumed to have been kept captive by the Packies even after the war ended.
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9 Dogra 'Suadih' lost 14 men this day in 1971, enroute to glory
Bolo Jwala Mata Ki Jai!
9 Dogra 'Suadih' lost 14 men this day in 1971, enroute to glory
Bolo Jwala Mata Ki Jai!
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52 Vir Biharis of 10th Battalion The Bihar Regiment who made the supreme sacrifice in the 1971 War.
Here's wishing the Paltan a happy 'Akhaura Day'.
52 Vir Biharis of 10th Battalion The Bihar Regiment who made the supreme sacrifice in the 1971 War.
Here's wishing the Paltan a happy 'Akhaura Day'.
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Martyrs of 15 Punjab in 1971 War, remembered on the occasion of the Battle Honour 'Hussainiwala' earned by them
Martyrs of 15 Punjab in 1971 War, remembered on the occasion of the Battle Honour 'Hussainiwala' earned by them
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Martyrs of 6 SIKH, who fell on the Path of Glory in Poonch this day in 1971 ..
#LestWeForget
Martyrs of 6 SIKH, who fell on the Path of Glory in Poonch this day in 1971 ..
#LestWeForget
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Naik Satish Kumar, 21 RR (Guards)
Fell fighting Pakistan sponsored terror in Kupwara this day five years ago.
Naik Satish Kumar, 21 RR (Guards)
Fell fighting Pakistan sponsored terror in Kupwara this day five years ago.
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Flt Lt Pradeep Vinayak Apte, VrC (P), Flg Officer Sudhir Tyagi, VrC (P) and Flt Lt Andre Rudolf Da Costa, VrC (P).
These three air warriors fell this day in the 1971 War.
Flt Lt Pradeep Vinayak Apte, VrC (P), Flg Officer Sudhir Tyagi, VrC (P) and Flt Lt Andre Rudolf Da Costa, VrC (P).
These three air warriors fell this day in the 1971 War.
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Flt Lt SG Khonde.
This Hunter pilot was martyred this day in the 1971 War while attacking the enemy in Dhaka
Flt Lt SG Khonde.
This Hunter pilot was martyred this day in the 1971 War while attacking the enemy in Dhaka
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Sqn Ldr Gopal Krishan Arora, Shaurya Chakra (Posth).
He was based at Halwara Airbase when he was martyred this day in 1971
Sqn Ldr Gopal Krishan Arora, Shaurya Chakra (Posth).
He was based at Halwara Airbase when he was martyred this day in 1971
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Flt Lt Lloyd Moses Sassoon and Flt Lt Flt Lt RM Advani.
These two were manning a Canberra bomber which was shot down over Pakistan Punjab this day in the 1971 war
Flt Lt Lloyd Moses Sassoon and Flt Lt Flt Lt RM Advani.
These two were manning a Canberra bomber which was shot down over Pakistan Punjab this day in the 1971 war
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Flt Lt Jayant Rishi.
Was martyred this day in 1971 when his Su-7 suffered a tyre burst during the takeoff run during operational mission and veered off the runway, killing him in the resultant explosion.
Flt Lt Jayant Rishi.
Was martyred this day in 1971 when his Su-7 suffered a tyre burst during the takeoff run during operational mission and veered off the runway, killing him in the resultant explosion.
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Nk Naib Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth) and Sep Clk Dilbag Singh.
'Chhe' Sikh lost these two Singhs this day in the 1971 War
Nk Naib Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth) and Sep Clk Dilbag Singh.
'Chhe' Sikh lost these two Singhs this day in the 1971 War
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Heroes of Akhaura.
It was amongst the toughest and deadliest battles in the 1971 campaign
Heroes of Akhaura.
It was amongst the toughest and deadliest battles in the 1971 campaign
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Lt Col Sankalp Kumar Shukla, Shaurya Chakra(Posth), 24 Punjab.
Seventh martyrdom anniversary of this man today. Already wounded once before, he could have just as easily avoided another tenure in Kashmir, yet he went.
Wonder how many of us still remember him..
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Lt Col Sankalp Kumar Shukla, Shaurya Chakra(Posth), 24 Punjab.
Seventh martyrdom anniversary of this man today. Already wounded once before, he could have just as easily avoided another tenure in Kashmir, yet he went.
Wonder how many of us still remember him..
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Constable Sanjay Koul, J&K Police.
Also martyred in Uri seven years ago with Lt Col Sankalp Kumar
Constable Sanjay Koul, J&K Police.
Also martyred in Uri seven years ago with Lt Col Sankalp Kumar
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L/Nk Gurmail Singh & Hav Subhash Chand, 24 Punjab.
Also martyred in the same attack in Uri seven years ago
L/Nk Gurmail Singh & Hav Subhash Chand, 24 Punjab.
Also martyred in the same attack in Uri seven years ago
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Capt Gurbachan Singh Salaria, Param Vir Chakra (Posth), 3/1 GR.
Fell in the line of duty in Congo this day in 1961.
Capt Gurbachan Singh Salaria, Param Vir Chakra (Posth), 3/1 GR.
Fell in the line of duty in Congo this day in 1961.
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The five gunners that were martyred in the terror attack on their gun position in Mahura, Uri, this day seven years ago, along with Lt Col Sankalp Kumar Shukla
The five gunners that were martyred in the terror attack on their gun position in Mahura, Uri, this day seven years ago, along with Lt Col Sankalp Kumar Shukla
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The two more unknown JKP boys, in addition to Constable Sanjay Koul (obit tweeted a few tweets above), who too were martyred in the above attack .. God bless their souls.
The two more unknown JKP boys, in addition to Constable Sanjay Koul (obit tweeted a few tweets above), who too were martyred in the above attack .. God bless their souls.
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2Lt Rakesh Singh, Ashok Chakra (Posth), 22 Grenadiers.
29 years since this 22 year old lad fell, mortally wounded, in the process of ridding his Motherland of unwanted scum.
#NeverForget
2Lt Rakesh Singh, Ashok Chakra (Posth), 22 Grenadiers.
29 years since this 22 year old lad fell, mortally wounded, in the process of ridding his Motherland of unwanted scum.
#NeverForget
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Capt Devinder Singh Ahlawat, 10th Battalion The Dogra Regiment, Maha Vir Chakra (Posthumous)
This day in 1971, this Balwan Jat was in command of a company of his Dogra troops that was entrusted with the capture of the Eastern end of the Dera Baba Nanak Bridge.
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Capt Devinder Singh Ahlawat, 10th Battalion The Dogra Regiment, Maha Vir Chakra (Posthumous)
This day in 1971, this Balwan Jat was in command of a company of his Dogra troops that was entrusted with the capture of the Eastern end of the Dera Baba Nanak Bridge.
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The enemy defences consisted of a series of concrete embankments having anti-tank guns and both light and heavy automatic weapons.
Capt Devinder's boys came under intense fire from a concrete pill box.
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The enemy defences consisted of a series of concrete embankments having anti-tank guns and both light and heavy automatic weapons.
Capt Devinder's boys came under intense fire from a concrete pill box.
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Capt Devinder realized that the machine gun was posing a serious threat to his troops and their advance towards the objective.
Having thus assessed the situation Capt Devinder, with complete disregard for his own safety, charged towards the pill box.
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Capt Devinder realized that the machine gun was posing a serious threat to his troops and their advance towards the objective.
Having thus assessed the situation Capt Devinder, with complete disregard for his own safety, charged towards the pill box.
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Once outside the pill box, he 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐁𝐁𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐇𝐎𝐓 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐄𝐋 of the machine gun with his right hand and threw a grenade inside. This silenced the machine gun and helped in maintaining the momentum of the attack.
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Once outside the pill box, he 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐁𝐁𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐇𝐎𝐓 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐄𝐋 of the machine gun with his right hand and threw a grenade inside. This silenced the machine gun and helped in maintaining the momentum of the attack.
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However, in the process, he took a number of bullets and fell, mortally wounded.
But he had done the job that was entrusted to him - enabled the eventual capture of his objective & saved a number of casualties to his boys.
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However, in the process, he took a number of bullets and fell, mortally wounded.
But he had done the job that was entrusted to him - enabled the eventual capture of his objective & saved a number of casualties to his boys.
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7/7
Captain Devinder Singh Ahlawat's body was found with six bullet wounds, still clutching the machine gun barrel.
He was 24 years 5 months and one day old when he made the supreme sacrifice.
Was awarded a well deserved Maha Vir Chakra for his supreme sacrifice
7/7
Captain Devinder Singh Ahlawat's body was found with six bullet wounds, still clutching the machine gun barrel.
He was 24 years 5 months and one day old when he made the supreme sacrifice.
Was awarded a well deserved Maha Vir Chakra for his supreme sacrifice
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Flt Lt Gurdev Singh Rai, Vir Chakra
Lost this day in 1971, flying over West Pakistan
Flt Lt Gurdev Singh Rai, Vir Chakra
Lost this day in 1971, flying over West Pakistan
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Flt Lt KS Nanda and Flt Lt SC Sandal.
These two were the crew of a Canberra bomber that was shot down over Masroor Airfield in West Pakistan, this day in 1971.
Flt Lt KS Nanda and Flt Lt SC Sandal.
These two were the crew of a Canberra bomber that was shot down over Masroor Airfield in West Pakistan, this day in 1971.
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Flt Lt Shrikant Chandrakant Mahajan
Shot down over East Pakistan this day in 1971. There have been unconfirmed reports of he being a Prisoner of War in current day Pakistan.
Flt Lt Shrikant Chandrakant Mahajan
Shot down over East Pakistan this day in 1971. There have been unconfirmed reports of he being a Prisoner of War in current day Pakistan.
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Flt Lt Vijay Vasant Tambay. This Su-7 pilot was shot down while attacking the Rafiqui Airfield in West Pakistan. Presumed to have been captured alive and still in Pakistani custody
Flt Lt Vijay Vasant Tambay. This Su-7 pilot was shot down while attacking the Rafiqui Airfield in West Pakistan. Presumed to have been captured alive and still in Pakistani custody
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Sqn Ldr Jal Maniksha Mistry, Vir Chakra (Posth).
Martyred this day in the 1971 war during an attack at the Sakesar Radar Station in West Pakistan
Sqn Ldr Jal Maniksha Mistry, Vir Chakra (Posth).
Martyred this day in the 1971 war during an attack at the Sakesar Radar Station in West Pakistan
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Flg Offr Kishen Lakhimal Malkani, Vir Chakra (Posth)
Martyred this day in the 1971 War, while attacking enemy ground installations in West Pakistan
Flg Offr Kishen Lakhimal Malkani, Vir Chakra (Posth)
Martyred this day in the 1971 War, while attacking enemy ground installations in West Pakistan
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2Lt Jayendra Jaisingh Rane, Vir Chakra (Posth), 5 Garhwal Rifles.
Martyred this day in the 1971 War in the epic battle of Hilli in East Pakistan.
2Lt Jayendra Jaisingh Rane, Vir Chakra (Posth), 5 Garhwal Rifles.
Martyred this day in the 1971 War in the epic battle of Hilli in East Pakistan.
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These two from 9 Madras (Travancore) fell in the accursed Valley 24 years ago, each earning a gallantry award ..
These two from 9 Madras (Travancore) fell in the accursed Valley 24 years ago, each earning a gallantry award ..
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Fourth Battalion The Jat Regiment lost these 14 men enroute to glory, this day in 1971
Fourth Battalion The Jat Regiment lost these 14 men enroute to glory, this day in 1971
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SSB Boys, martyred this day eight years ago
SSB Boys, martyred this day eight years ago
https://twitter.com/DGSSB/status/1070505276141330432
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Capt Mohan Lal Safaya & Maj Amarjit Singh, 72 Armoured Regiment. Fell this day in the 1971 War
Capt Mohan Lal Safaya & Maj Amarjit Singh, 72 Armoured Regiment. Fell this day in the 1971 War
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1335584345742999562
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Gunner Rajesh Kumar, 57 Rashtriya Rifles
Fell in Machhil, Kupwara, this day in 2018
Gunner Rajesh Kumar, 57 Rashtriya Rifles
Fell in Machhil, Kupwara, this day in 2018
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Sep Pandurang Salunkhe, MVC(P), 15 Maratha Light Infantry
Sep Pandurang Salunkhe, MVC(P), 15 Maratha Light Infantry
https://twitter.com/JoBeingjoe/status/938290219723436032
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Nk Ran Bahadur Gurung, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 3/1 Gorkha Rifles.
This Nepal born Bir Gorkhali soldier of Mother India sacrificed himself in peacekeeping ops in Katanga, Congo, this day in 1961, killing nine enemies in the process.
Nk Ran Bahadur Gurung, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 3/1 Gorkha Rifles.
This Nepal born Bir Gorkhali soldier of Mother India sacrificed himself in peacekeeping ops in Katanga, Congo, this day in 1961, killing nine enemies in the process.
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Yet another promising young life cut short by legacy of state sponsored terror.
They will pay for this
Yet another promising young life cut short by legacy of state sponsored terror.
They will pay for this
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CT/GD Sri Bhagwan, 25 Battalion CRPF.
Martyred during the dark days of Punjab militancy 34 yrs ago.
CT/GD Sri Bhagwan, 25 Battalion CRPF.
Martyred during the dark days of Punjab militancy 34 yrs ago.
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Chhattisgarh Policeman
Left the Nation in eternal debt by sacrificing his life fighting its enemies
Chhattisgarh Policeman
Left the Nation in eternal debt by sacrificing his life fighting its enemies
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Martyrs of First Battalion The Mahar Regiment, remembered on the joyous occasion of their Paltan's Raising Day
Martyrs of First Battalion The Mahar Regiment, remembered on the joyous occasion of their Paltan's Raising Day
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Sqn Ldr Jiwa Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth).
This Su-7 pilot sacrificed himself in order to give a fighting chance at survival to his wingman, by choosing to give combat to four enemy aircraft all alone, this day in 1971 over erstwhile West Pakistan.
Sqn Ldr Jiwa Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth).
This Su-7 pilot sacrificed himself in order to give a fighting chance at survival to his wingman, by choosing to give combat to four enemy aircraft all alone, this day in 1971 over erstwhile West Pakistan.
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26 Nov
Cdr Nishant Singh, Indian Navy
Brothers in Arms did NOT give up their single-minded pursuit of recovering him from the depths of the seas. Atleast the family got some closure.
God bless his soul
26 Nov
Cdr Nishant Singh, Indian Navy
Brothers in Arms did NOT give up their single-minded pursuit of recovering him from the depths of the seas. Atleast the family got some closure.
God bless his soul
https://twitter.com/ShivAroor/status/1335898044093485057
^^
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Not too long ago, this letter written Commander Nishant Singh had taken a large part of Indian social media by storm. A man full of life indeed. I'm sure he will be badly missed.
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Not too long ago, this letter written Commander Nishant Singh had taken a large part of Indian social media by storm. A man full of life indeed. I'm sure he will be badly missed.
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These two Jat Balwans of Pandrah Jat fell in the line of duty this day 26 yrs ago.
#LestWeForget
These two Jat Balwans of Pandrah Jat fell in the line of duty this day 26 yrs ago.
#LestWeForget
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Capt Ummed Singh, Sena Medal, 21 Sikh, and his Khalsas that were taken by the elements this day in 1994
Capt Ummed Singh, Sena Medal, 21 Sikh, and his Khalsas that were taken by the elements this day in 1994
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1336152310284648452
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Maj Rajender Singh Rajawat, Vir Chakra (Posth), 18th Battalion The Rajputana Rifles.
Fell this day in Shakargarh in Erstwhile West Pakistan, leading his Rajputs from the very front.
Maj Rajender Singh Rajawat, Vir Chakra (Posth), 18th Battalion The Rajputana Rifles.
Fell this day in Shakargarh in Erstwhile West Pakistan, leading his Rajputs from the very front.
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Capt Jatinder Nath Sud, Vir Chakra (Posth), 2/5 Gorkha Rifles.
This young platoon commander went down in a blaze of glory this day in Erstwhile East Pakistan; one of the scores that his battalion would lose on the Path of Glory that winter of 1971.
Capt Jatinder Nath Sud, Vir Chakra (Posth), 2/5 Gorkha Rifles.
This young platoon commander went down in a blaze of glory this day in Erstwhile East Pakistan; one of the scores that his battalion would lose on the Path of Glory that winter of 1971.
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General Bipin Rawat and all others that died in the unfortunate chopper crash earlier today.
May they attain sadhgati ..
General Bipin Rawat and all others that died in the unfortunate chopper crash earlier today.
May they attain sadhgati ..
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Men of Shaitan Singh's Rezang La Paltan who earned martyrdom in a daredevil operation in 1971.
One hell of a fighting outfit, this!
Men of Shaitan Singh's Rezang La Paltan who earned martyrdom in a daredevil operation in 1971.
One hell of a fighting outfit, this!
^^
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Here's a click of their victorious colleagues who lived to see the next day, at the BP 638
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Here's a click of their victorious colleagues who lived to see the next day, at the BP 638
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Capt Mahendra Nath Mulla, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth).
Chose to go down with his ship instead of abandoning it, this day in 1971.
Here's his story ..
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Capt Mahendra Nath Mulla, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth).
Chose to go down with his ship instead of abandoning it, this day in 1971.
Here's his story ..
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Not many of my generation would know this.
50 yrs ago, in 1971, on a dark wintry evening on the seas off the coast of Diu, an Indian ship captain lit a cigarette, uncorked his favourite whisky, sat on a chair on the deck, took a sip and drew on the cigarette.
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Not many of my generation would know this.
50 yrs ago, in 1971, on a dark wintry evening on the seas off the coast of Diu, an Indian ship captain lit a cigarette, uncorked his favourite whisky, sat on a chair on the deck, took a sip and drew on the cigarette.
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Around him, his crew jumped to safety.
The order to abandon INS Khukri had been given after it was struck by a Pakistani torpedo, and the Captain had personally pushed many of his officers and crew to safety in boats.
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Around him, his crew jumped to safety.
The order to abandon INS Khukri had been given after it was struck by a Pakistani torpedo, and the Captain had personally pushed many of his officers and crew to safety in boats.
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In the words of those who were there, they saw him sitting on the chair, looking ahead as he drew on the cigarette, as the bow of the ship began to slip into the Arabian Sea.
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In the words of those who were there, they saw him sitting on the chair, looking ahead as he drew on the cigarette, as the bow of the ship began to slip into the Arabian Sea.
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Capt Mahendra Nath Mulla had all the opportunities to abandon his ship for safety. But this gallant leader knew that a large part of his command was destined to a watery grave.
He CHOSE to go down with them, instead of abandoning them.
Photo: TOI 11 Dec 71
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Capt Mahendra Nath Mulla had all the opportunities to abandon his ship for safety. But this gallant leader knew that a large part of his command was destined to a watery grave.
He CHOSE to go down with them, instead of abandoning them.
Photo: TOI 11 Dec 71
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May Lord Varuna keep you safe, Captain, and the 193 souls that went down with you
Photo: INS Khukri, that went down this day in 1971
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May Lord Varuna keep you safe, Captain, and the 193 souls that went down with you
Photo: INS Khukri, that went down this day in 1971
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Unsung heroes - Some of the men who went down with INS Khukri this day in 1971.
Photo from Gen Ian Cardozo's book
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Unsung heroes - Some of the men who went down with INS Khukri this day in 1971.
Photo from Gen Ian Cardozo's book
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From the daughter of Captain MN Mulla, who chose to go down with his ship instead of abandoning it.
Tributes don't get much better than this.
A MUST READ
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From the daughter of Captain MN Mulla, who chose to go down with his ship instead of abandoning it.
Tributes don't get much better than this.
A MUST READ
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/722478087707885568
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Rifleman Dalip Singh Thapa, Vir Chakra (Posth), 5/8 Gorkha Rifles.
This light machine gunner gave up his life defending his lands in Chhamb Sector near the Munawwar Tawi this day in 1971
Rifleman Dalip Singh Thapa, Vir Chakra (Posth), 5/8 Gorkha Rifles.
This light machine gunner gave up his life defending his lands in Chhamb Sector near the Munawwar Tawi this day in 1971
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Maj Tarsem Lal Sharma, Vir Chakra (Posth), 18 Rajput.
Fell this day in 1971 in Erstwhile East Pakistan
Maj Tarsem Lal Sharma, Vir Chakra (Posth), 18 Rajput.
Fell this day in 1971 in Erstwhile East Pakistan
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Nk Sugan Singh, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 7 RajRif.
Having already destroyed a machine gun bunker in Mynamati this day in 1971 and wounded in the process, this brave Rajput still carried on, crawling, since he could no longer walk and destroyed yet another.
Nk Sugan Singh, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), 7 RajRif.
Having already destroyed a machine gun bunker in Mynamati this day in 1971 and wounded in the process, this brave Rajput still carried on, crawling, since he could no longer walk and destroyed yet another.
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Two decades today since this BSF trooper fell
Two decades today since this BSF trooper fell
https://twitter.com/BSF_India/status/1206442113405075457
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ALD Harchand Singh, Scinde Horse. 10 Dec 1971
Long gone.
Still missed.
Still remembered.
ALD Harchand Singh, Scinde Horse. 10 Dec 1971
Long gone.
Still missed.
Still remembered.
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Yet another Chhattisgarh Policeman, murdered by 'Gandhians With Guns', this day in 2007
Yet another Chhattisgarh Policeman, murdered by 'Gandhians With Guns', this day in 2007
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Capt Devashish Sharma, KC (Posth), 26 Punjab.
This doctor was posted as the medical officer with 26 Punjab when he moved along with the troops to an operation in Dangarpur, Kashmir, to provide medical aid.
Got shot in the process, but killed a fleeing terrorist.
Capt Devashish Sharma, KC (Posth), 26 Punjab.
This doctor was posted as the medical officer with 26 Punjab when he moved along with the troops to an operation in Dangarpur, Kashmir, to provide medical aid.
Got shot in the process, but killed a fleeing terrorist.
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Chhattisgarh Policeman. Murdered by Maoist terrorists in Balrampur, this day 19 yrs ago.
Chhattisgarh Policeman. Murdered by Maoist terrorists in Balrampur, this day 19 yrs ago.
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Brave 'Grinders' of the Eighth Battalion, who fell, undeterred by murderous Paaki fire, this day in 1971.
#Respect
Brave 'Grinders' of the Eighth Battalion, who fell, undeterred by murderous Paaki fire, this day in 1971.
#Respect
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Maj VR Chowdhary, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth)
Fell clearing a minefield to enable own tanks to reach Chakra in 1971
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Maj VR Chowdhary, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth)
Fell clearing a minefield to enable own tanks to reach Chakra in 1971
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^^ His citation. He was a man possessed, that day in Basantar, just like the thousands others that put their lives on the line for the sake of the Motherland.
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^^ His citation. He was a man possessed, that day in Basantar, just like the thousands others that put their lives on the line for the sake of the Motherland.
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Yet another Bir Gorkhali who laid down his life in the service of the Nation 50 years ago.
Once again, do note 'Erstwhile East Pakistan'!
Yet another Bir Gorkhali who laid down his life in the service of the Nation 50 years ago.
Once again, do note 'Erstwhile East Pakistan'!
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Fourth Battalion The Jat Regiment lost these six Balwan Jats this day in the 1971 War.
#LestWeForget
Fourth Battalion The Jat Regiment lost these six Balwan Jats this day in the 1971 War.
#LestWeForget
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Constable Sanjit Kumar Harijan, 150th Battalion The CRPF.
Martyred this day three years ago, clearing landmines laid by Maoists in Sukma.
Constable Sanjit Kumar Harijan, 150th Battalion The CRPF.
Martyred this day three years ago, clearing landmines laid by Maoists in Sukma.
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Abdul Majeed Ganaie, Mehraj-ud-din Dar, Anees Ahmad Mir and Hameed-ul-lah Ganaie.
Third martyrdom anniversary of these four JKP boys. Martyred in a terror attack in Shopian in 2018.
Remember them, anyone?
Abdul Majeed Ganaie, Mehraj-ud-din Dar, Anees Ahmad Mir and Hameed-ul-lah Ganaie.
Third martyrdom anniversary of these four JKP boys. Martyred in a terror attack in Shopian in 2018.
Remember them, anyone?
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10 Dec
Mohammad Sultan & Fayaz Ahmed, JKP. Killed by terrorists in Bandipora District of J&K
10 Dec
Mohammad Sultan & Fayaz Ahmed, JKP. Killed by terrorists in Bandipora District of J&K
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2Lt KJ Singh, VrC(P), Scinde Horse
Fell this day during the 1971 War at a young age.
#LestWeForget
2Lt KJ Singh, VrC(P), Scinde Horse
Fell this day during the 1971 War at a young age.
#LestWeForget
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Naik Nand Singh,1/11 Sikh Regiment, won the Victoria Cross for gallantry in Burma in WW2 for ..
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Naik Nand Singh,1/11 Sikh Regiment, won the Victoria Cross for gallantry in Burma in WW2 for ..
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.. capturing an enemy gun position despite being wounded.
He rose to the rank of Jemadar by 1947
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.. capturing an enemy gun position despite being wounded.
He rose to the rank of Jemadar by 1947
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Post independence, his unit, 1 Sikh was the first to induct into the Kashmir Valley, heralding an epic campaign that would last nearly 15 months. He was an active participant in all ops.
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Post independence, his unit, 1 Sikh was the first to induct into the Kashmir Valley, heralding an epic campaign that would last nearly 15 months. He was an active participant in all ops.
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But his crowning glory came this day in 1947 when, due to questionable leadership, his battalion found itself on the wrong end of a deadly enemy ambush at a place called Bhatgiran, near Uri.
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But his crowning glory came this day in 1947 when, due to questionable leadership, his battalion found itself on the wrong end of a deadly enemy ambush at a place called Bhatgiran, near Uri.
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Faced with no other option, Nand Singh rallied his men & did the only thing that could save the rest of his battalion - he CHARGED into the enemy ambush.
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Faced with no other option, Nand Singh rallied his men & did the only thing that could save the rest of his battalion - he CHARGED into the enemy ambush.
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Each and every man of his platoon and he himself attained martyrdom that day, but managed to save the rest of his battalion.
A brave and selfless act of sacrifice, no doubt.
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Each and every man of his platoon and he himself attained martyrdom that day, but managed to save the rest of his battalion.
A brave and selfless act of sacrifice, no doubt.
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But what the enemy did next was beyond words.
They recognised him by the Victoria Cross ribbon pinned to his uniform.
Now instead of dealing with mortal remains of a worthy enemy with due respect, Paakis did what has come to define their terrorist army lately.
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But what the enemy did next was beyond words.
They recognised him by the Victoria Cross ribbon pinned to his uniform.
Now instead of dealing with mortal remains of a worthy enemy with due respect, Paakis did what has come to define their terrorist army lately.
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The Bastards in Khaki took Nand Singh's body to Muzaffarabad where it was tied spread-eagled on a truck and paraded through the city with a loudspeaker proclaiming that this would be the fate of every Indian Victoria Cross awardee.
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The Bastards in Khaki took Nand Singh's body to Muzaffarabad where it was tied spread-eagled on a truck and paraded through the city with a loudspeaker proclaiming that this would be the fate of every Indian Victoria Cross awardee.
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The fact that they had been brothers in arms as part of the same army that had won so many laurels in the Second World War and that Nand Singh had proven to be a worthy enemy in this war as well, didn't matter.
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The fact that they had been brothers in arms as part of the same army that had won so many laurels in the Second World War and that Nand Singh had proven to be a worthy enemy in this war as well, didn't matter.
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After the desecration on the streets of Muzaffarabad, this gallant soldier's body was later thrown into a garbage dump and was never found.
This, folks, was the #Pakistan Army during the days of its inception.
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After the desecration on the streets of Muzaffarabad, this gallant soldier's body was later thrown into a garbage dump and was never found.
This, folks, was the #Pakistan Army during the days of its inception.
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Makes my blood boil every time I revisit this story.
Dare I say, not much has changed even today, a fact that souls of Lt Saurabh Kalia and his men, as well as the recently mutilated soldiers on the LoC would gladly testify to.
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Makes my blood boil every time I revisit this story.
Dare I say, not much has changed even today, a fact that souls of Lt Saurabh Kalia and his men, as well as the recently mutilated soldiers on the LoC would gladly testify to.
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12/12
Nand Singh was awarded a posthumous Maha Vir Chakra for his last battle.
Here is the detailed account of his last charge tweeted by me as part of the First Kashmir War series in 2019.
Do read if you have a few minutes to spare.
12/12
Nand Singh was awarded a posthumous Maha Vir Chakra for his last battle.
Here is the detailed account of his last charge tweeted by me as part of the First Kashmir War series in 2019.
Do read if you have a few minutes to spare.
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1205184128011816962
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Sub Bishan Singh, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth) and the 59 other Khalsas of 1 Sikh, who also fell in Bhatgiran that day.
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Sub Bishan Singh, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth) and the 59 other Khalsas of 1 Sikh, who also fell in Bhatgiran that day.
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Khalsas of Gobind - Amongst the fiercest AND at the same time, the most cheerful warriors to be found anywhere in this world.
Just look at that smile!
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Khalsas of Gobind - Amongst the fiercest AND at the same time, the most cheerful warriors to be found anywhere in this world.
Just look at that smile!
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Chhote Sahebzaade, Fateh Singh & Zorawar Singh, bricked alive this day in 1705, for refusing to stray from their Panth
Chhote Sahebzaade, Fateh Singh & Zorawar Singh, bricked alive this day in 1705, for refusing to stray from their Panth
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Gen Zorawar Singh - the General who took the Khalsa Kingdom's frontiers all the way to Tibet.
Martyred there in 1841
Gen Zorawar Singh - the General who took the Khalsa Kingdom's frontiers all the way to Tibet.
Martyred there in 1841
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Rifleman Abdul Majed Dar, Rashtriya Rifles.
Martyred in Shopian this day last year.
Rifleman Abdul Majed Dar, Rashtriya Rifles.
Martyred in Shopian this day last year.
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This young Khalsa of Gobind sacrificed himself this day in 1971, on the Path of Glory
This young Khalsa of Gobind sacrificed himself this day in 1971, on the Path of Glory
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