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Martyrs of CRPF - 11 Aug
Includes the six boys of 34th Battalion lost this day in 2002. A huge loss indeed
Martyrs of CRPF - 11 Aug
Includes the six boys of 34th Battalion lost this day in 2002. A huge loss indeed
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Seventh Battalion The Garhwal Rifles lost 20 men on 11 Aug some yrs ago during a training exercise
God Bless them
Seventh Battalion The Garhwal Rifles lost 20 men on 11 Aug some yrs ago during a training exercise
God Bless them
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Khudiram Bose
Hanged at the age of 18 years 7 months & 11 days by the Empire, this day 114 yrs ago
Khudiram Bose
Hanged at the age of 18 years 7 months & 11 days by the Empire, this day 114 yrs ago
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NSG Trooper.
Martyred this day 33 years ago fighting yet another Pakistan backed attempt to break apart the Union of India.
It is thanks to sacrifices of thousands of such fine men that the Union of India still stands.
God bless them all
NSG Trooper.
Martyred this day 33 years ago fighting yet another Pakistan backed attempt to break apart the Union of India.
It is thanks to sacrifices of thousands of such fine men that the Union of India still stands.
God bless them all
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Hav Lakhwinder Singh, 6 SIKH
This Khalsa of Gobind fell fighting this day 21 years ago
Hav Lakhwinder Singh, 6 SIKH
This Khalsa of Gobind fell fighting this day 21 years ago
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The three men lost earlier today in Rajauri.
Freedom is NOT free. It costs the blood of a LOT of fine men that willingly put themselves in the line of fire so that you and I can live free.
The three men lost earlier today in Rajauri.
Freedom is NOT free. It costs the blood of a LOT of fine men that willingly put themselves in the line of fire so that you and I can live free.
https://twitter.com/37VManhas/status/1557641760603377664
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Rifleman Nishant Malik.
Passed away some time back
Rifleman Nishant Malik.
Passed away some time back
https://twitter.com/army_pa1/status/1557761480241528833
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Sowar Jilajeet Yadav, 53 Armoured Regiment / Rashtriya Rifles.
Fell in Pulwama this day two years ago.
Sowar Jilajeet Yadav, 53 Armoured Regiment / Rashtriya Rifles.
Fell in Pulwama this day two years ago.
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Nb. Sub. Ram Pramod Singh, 146 Light Air Defence Regiment
Fell in the Kashmir Valley this day in 2006
Nb. Sub. Ram Pramod Singh, 146 Light Air Defence Regiment
Fell in the Kashmir Valley this day in 2006
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Naib Subedar Jagram Singh Tomar.
Must have been a veteran of atleast 20 years' service to the Nation. Martyred in the Krishnaghati Sector of the LoC this day five years ago.
Naib Subedar Jagram Singh Tomar.
Must have been a veteran of atleast 20 years' service to the Nation. Martyred in the Krishnaghati Sector of the LoC this day five years ago.
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Constable Parvez Ahmad, @JmuKmrPolice.
Laid down his life fighting terror in Batamaloo this day in 2018.
Do spare a thought in remembrance, 'coz no 'liberal' will ..
Constable Parvez Ahmad, @JmuKmrPolice.
Laid down his life fighting terror in Batamaloo this day in 2018.
Do spare a thought in remembrance, 'coz no 'liberal' will ..
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Sep Gawai Sumedh Waman and Sep Ilayraja P.
Martyred in Shopian this day five years ago
Sep Gawai Sumedh Waman and Sep Ilayraja P.
Martyred in Shopian this day five years ago
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Lance Naik Pradeep Singh Rawat, The Parachute Regiment.
This 27 year old hailing from Rishikesh was martyred in Uri this day in 2018.
Lance Naik Pradeep Singh Rawat, The Parachute Regiment.
This 27 year old hailing from Rishikesh was martyred in Uri this day in 2018.
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Maj Tarun Kumar and 15 of his men that were lost in the line of duty, fighting fire at 21 Field Ammunition Depot, this day 15 years ago
Maj Tarun Kumar and 15 of his men that were lost in the line of duty, fighting fire at 21 Field Ammunition Depot, this day 15 years ago
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Chhattisgarh policemen, fell in Narayanpur nine years ago, murdered by 'Gandhians with Guns'
Chhattisgarh policemen, fell in Narayanpur nine years ago, murdered by 'Gandhians with Guns'
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In all probability they would've been Company Commander and 2iC of the company.
Led from the front, meeting honourable deaths and at the same time, Moksh.
Om Shanti ..
In all probability they would've been Company Commander and 2iC of the company.
Led from the front, meeting honourable deaths and at the same time, Moksh.
Om Shanti ..
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Rfn Shamsher Tamang, 1/11 Gorkha Rifles.
Martyred on the world's highest battlefield in 1998.
This day was also his birthday.
Was driving a snowmobile that fell into a crevasse.
By the time a rescue team could reach him, he had already breathed his last.
Rfn Shamsher Tamang, 1/11 Gorkha Rifles.
Martyred on the world's highest battlefield in 1998.
This day was also his birthday.
Was driving a snowmobile that fell into a crevasse.
By the time a rescue team could reach him, he had already breathed his last.
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Sep Pushpendra Singh, 20th Battalion The Jat Regiment
Martyred in Tangdhar this day four years ago.
Sep Pushpendra Singh, 20th Battalion The Jat Regiment
Martyred in Tangdhar this day four years ago.
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Air Marshal Prem Pal Singh, PVSM, MVC, AVSM (Retd).
This veteran air warrior passed away this day two years ago
Air Marshal Prem Pal Singh, PVSM, MVC, AVSM (Retd).
This veteran air warrior passed away this day two years ago
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Refer three tweets above. Got a couple of photos of Rfn Shamsher Tamang via DM. He hailed from Nepal.
A young lad.
Far too young to go ..
Refer three tweets above. Got a couple of photos of Rfn Shamsher Tamang via DM. He hailed from Nepal.
A young lad.
Far too young to go ..
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Capt Rahul Ramesh Ahirrao, Shaurya Chakra(P), 72 RCC/Corps Of Engineers.
This Nagpur lad was on deputation to Border Roads Organisation. During relief ops in aftermath of heavy rains in Uttarakhand he sacrificed his own life, saving a subordinate in a landslide.
Capt Rahul Ramesh Ahirrao, Shaurya Chakra(P), 72 RCC/Corps Of Engineers.
This Nagpur lad was on deputation to Border Roads Organisation. During relief ops in aftermath of heavy rains in Uttarakhand he sacrificed his own life, saving a subordinate in a landslide.
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The 18 men who went down with INS Sindhurakshak nine yrs ago on night 13/14 Aug, because some file pusher somewhere in a cushy office couldn't be bothered to do his / her job.
INS Sindhurakshak had hosted President Kalam in 2006.
The 18 men who went down with INS Sindhurakshak nine yrs ago on night 13/14 Aug, because some file pusher somewhere in a cushy office couldn't be bothered to do his / her job.
INS Sindhurakshak had hosted President Kalam in 2006.
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Maj KE Padmanabhan - also martyred when the above Cheetah crashed in Ladakh, this day 14 years ago ago
Maj KE Padmanabhan - also martyred when the above Cheetah crashed in Ladakh, this day 14 years ago ago
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Gunner E. Narsiah, also martyred in the above mentioned Cheetah crash in 2008. He was the passenger in the ill fated chopper, being evacuated for medical attention
Gunner E. Narsiah, also martyred in the above mentioned Cheetah crash in 2008. He was the passenger in the ill fated chopper, being evacuated for medical attention
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28 men of a unit, lost in a single day - A massive loss by any standards.
Yet, our kids never hear about it in school, or the war that they fought not too far away from our shores ..
28 men of a unit, lost in a single day - A massive loss by any standards.
Yet, our kids never hear about it in school, or the war that they fought not too far away from our shores ..
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Commandant Pramod Kumar, Kirti Chakra (Posth), 49th Battalion, CRPF.
Martyred fighting in Nowhatta, Srinagar, this day six years ago
Commandant Pramod Kumar, Kirti Chakra (Posth), 49th Battalion, CRPF.
Martyred fighting in Nowhatta, Srinagar, this day six years ago
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15 Aug
Maj Balram Singh, 8 JAKRIF
15 Aug
Maj Balram Singh, 8 JAKRIF
https://twitter.com/shivnandan46/status/1559219070465019904?t=1f7-Z7QA8LUYQpnH5GlJnQ&s=19
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16 Aug
Hav Narendra Singh, injured in cross border firing from Pakistan in the Uri Sector on 07 Aug 2017.
Hung on for nearly 10 days before breathing his last, this day five years ago.
16 Aug
Hav Narendra Singh, injured in cross border firing from Pakistan in the Uri Sector on 07 Aug 2017.
Hung on for nearly 10 days before breathing his last, this day five years ago.
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Rifleman Ram Babu Shahi, 32 Rashtriya Rifles.
This Bir Gorkhali was martyred in Rafiabad, J&K this day in 2018.
Fourth martyrdom anniversary today.
Rifleman Ram Babu Shahi, 32 Rashtriya Rifles.
This Bir Gorkhali was martyred in Rafiabad, J&K this day in 2018.
Fourth martyrdom anniversary today.
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The two Armymen and the one JKP boy martyred in Baramula early in the morning, this day six years ago.
Their names seem to have been lost to the dusty bylanes of history, just like those of many others before them ..
The two Armymen and the one JKP boy martyred in Baramula early in the morning, this day six years ago.
Their names seem to have been lost to the dusty bylanes of history, just like those of many others before them ..
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Sub Hardayal Singh (Retd), 1 SIKH. Was part of the 1956 Olympic gold winning Indian Hockey Team at Melbourne.
Four years today since this one passed on ..
Sub Hardayal Singh (Retd), 1 SIKH. Was part of the 1956 Olympic gold winning Indian Hockey Team at Melbourne.
Four years today since this one passed on ..
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Lance Naik Sandeep Thapa, 32nd Battalion The Rashtriya Rifles.
This Bir Gorkhali was martyred fighting this day in 2018 in Rafiabad (Baramula), J&K, along with Rifleman Ram Babu Shahi (Six tweets above).
Fourth martyrdom anniversary today.
Remember him, anyone?
Lance Naik Sandeep Thapa, 32nd Battalion The Rashtriya Rifles.
This Bir Gorkhali was martyred fighting this day in 2018 in Rafiabad (Baramula), J&K, along with Rifleman Ram Babu Shahi (Six tweets above).
Fourth martyrdom anniversary today.
Remember him, anyone?
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LNk Mohinder Kumar, 16 Dogra.
Martyred fighting scum from across, this day 22 yrs ago
LNk Mohinder Kumar, 16 Dogra.
Martyred fighting scum from across, this day 22 yrs ago
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Second martyrdom anniversary of these two CRPF boys today. Both fell in Baramula this day in 2020
Second martyrdom anniversary of these two CRPF boys today. Both fell in Baramula this day in 2020
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Gdr Prashant Singh & Gdr Ravi Kumar Singh, 29 Rashtriya Rifles.
These two 'Grinders' too were martyred with their CRPF brothers mentioned in the tweet above, this day two years ago during an encounter in Kreeri in Baramula, J&K
Gdr Prashant Singh & Gdr Ravi Kumar Singh, 29 Rashtriya Rifles.
These two 'Grinders' too were martyred with their CRPF brothers mentioned in the tweet above, this day two years ago during an encounter in Kreeri in Baramula, J&K
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SPO Muzaffar Ali Dar, JKP.
Also martyred in the above mentioned encounter in Kreeri this day two years ago
SPO Muzaffar Ali Dar, JKP.
Also martyred in the above mentioned encounter in Kreeri this day two years ago
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08 Jan
Hav Rajendra Singh. Fell down a gorge while patrolling the LoC in Rampur Sector in North Kashmir.
Brothers in Arms kept searching despite extreme weather conditions, and his mortal remains were finally recovered on 15Aug still buried under 2 feet of snow
08 Jan
Hav Rajendra Singh. Fell down a gorge while patrolling the LoC in Rampur Sector in North Kashmir.
Brothers in Arms kept searching despite extreme weather conditions, and his mortal remains were finally recovered on 15Aug still buried under 2 feet of snow
1/2
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Wg Cdr Rajbir Singh; earned a Vir Chakra for exceptional bravery in Op Pawan in 1989 when he recovered & safely landed his Mi-25 after being hit by ground fire during an attack run.
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Wg Cdr Rajbir Singh; earned a Vir Chakra for exceptional bravery in Op Pawan in 1989 when he recovered & safely landed his Mi-25 after being hit by ground fire during an attack run.
2/2
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Martyred this day in 1994 when his Mi-25 crashed during a training sortie near Palampur.
Also martyred in that crash were Flt Lt Amardeep Singh and Sgt SK Aich
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Martyred this day in 1994 when his Mi-25 crashed during a training sortie near Palampur.
Also martyred in that crash were Flt Lt Amardeep Singh and Sgt SK Aich
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In 1989, Nb Sub Harish Chand Sawan was deployed in Village Mankerni as part of 'B' Company of 1/11 Gorkha Rifles, during Op Pawan.
On 15 Aug 1989, he was tasked to lead a 72hr special mission patrol of 15 men.
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In 1989, Nb Sub Harish Chand Sawan was deployed in Village Mankerni as part of 'B' Company of 1/11 Gorkha Rifles, during Op Pawan.
On 15 Aug 1989, he was tasked to lead a 72hr special mission patrol of 15 men.
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Having accomplished the task, the patrol was on its way back to base this day in 1989 when at about 1720Hr, they ran into an LTTE ambush near Village Mathram Kenikulam. The LTTE ambush party was about 50 strong.
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Having accomplished the task, the patrol was on its way back to base this day in 1989 when at about 1720Hr, they ran into an LTTE ambush near Village Mathram Kenikulam. The LTTE ambush party was about 50 strong.
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Undaunted, Nb Sub Sawan deployed his 15 men and returned fire. However, during to sheer numbers of enemy, soon almost all his men were wounded.
Yet they continued to hold their own.
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Undaunted, Nb Sub Sawan deployed his 15 men and returned fire. However, during to sheer numbers of enemy, soon almost all his men were wounded.
Yet they continued to hold their own.
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After a two hour long gunbattle, the patrol party were running low on ammo and out of communication with their base due to a damaged radio set.
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After a two hour long gunbattle, the patrol party were running low on ammo and out of communication with their base due to a damaged radio set.
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At this stage, Nb Sub Sawan sent one of the few uninjured men, LNk Kaman Singh Rai to rush to the base and get reinforcements.
The reinforcements reached the ambush site about two hours later.
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At this stage, Nb Sub Sawan sent one of the few uninjured men, LNk Kaman Singh Rai to rush to the base and get reinforcements.
The reinforcements reached the ambush site about two hours later.
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However, by then Nb Sub Harish Chand Sawan, Hav Amir Rai, Rfn Suk Bir Limbu, Rfn Nab Raj Limbu and Rfn Dewan Singh Rai had made the supreme sacrifice.
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However, by then Nb Sub Harish Chand Sawan, Hav Amir Rai, Rfn Suk Bir Limbu, Rfn Nab Raj Limbu and Rfn Dewan Singh Rai had made the supreme sacrifice.
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Yet, they had ensured that the LTTE too were dealt a bloody blow and unable to close in and steal weapons of the martyred soldiers.
Nb Sub Harish Chand Sawan, from Garhi, Dehradun, left behind his wife and two sons, the younger one just 15 months old.
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Yet, they had ensured that the LTTE too were dealt a bloody blow and unable to close in and steal weapons of the martyred soldiers.
Nb Sub Harish Chand Sawan, from Garhi, Dehradun, left behind his wife and two sons, the younger one just 15 months old.
8/8
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The elder one is presently employed with the Merchant Navy, while the younger one dons the OG Uniform as an officer in the Indian Army.
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The elder one is presently employed with the Merchant Navy, while the younger one dons the OG Uniform as an officer in the Indian Army.
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Col KJ Singh, Shaurya Chakra And Bar, Sena Medal.
This Tiger was commanding Sixth Battalion The Dogra Regiment on the LoC when he was martyred during an operation in Nowshera this day in 2002, leading from the front.
Col KJ Singh, Shaurya Chakra And Bar, Sena Medal.
This Tiger was commanding Sixth Battalion The Dogra Regiment on the LoC when he was martyred during an operation in Nowshera this day in 2002, leading from the front.
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These 11 Chhattisgarh Policemen were martyred in fighting Red Terror this day 11 yrs ago
These 11 Chhattisgarh Policemen were martyred in fighting Red Terror this day 11 yrs ago
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Khalsas of Gobind, fell in 2001, in the lands brought back into the folds of the Motherland by their forefathers a few centuries ago
Khalsas of Gobind, fell in 2001, in the lands brought back into the folds of the Motherland by their forefathers a few centuries ago
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Veer Biharis of 120 Infantry Battalion TA, remembered on the joyous occasion of 72nd Raising Day
Veer Biharis of 120 Infantry Battalion TA, remembered on the joyous occasion of 72nd Raising Day
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Sub Ram Singh, 16 Garhwal Rifles / 48 RR.
Martyred in Thanamandi, Rajauri, this day last year.
First martyrdom anniversary today.
Sub Ram Singh, 16 Garhwal Rifles / 48 RR.
Martyred in Thanamandi, Rajauri, this day last year.
First martyrdom anniversary today.
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17 Aug
Brig MN Sajan, 5 Gorkha Rifles.
Passed away under unfortunate circumstances two days ago.
May the Almighty grant him peace ..
Om Shanti ..
17 Aug
Brig MN Sajan, 5 Gorkha Rifles.
Passed away under unfortunate circumstances two days ago.
May the Almighty grant him peace ..
Om Shanti ..
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SSB Boys.
Martyred 23 yrs ago in the accursed 'Jannat', in the line of duty
SSB Boys.
Martyred 23 yrs ago in the accursed 'Jannat', in the line of duty
https://twitter.com/SSB_INDIA/status/1560786191326142464
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This 'Grinder' fell in the aftermath of successful eviction of Paaki intruders from his Motherland
This 'Grinder' fell in the aftermath of successful eviction of Paaki intruders from his Motherland
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A youngster from small time India.
Achieved immortality, and an Ashok Chakra, this day in 2011.
A youngster from small time India.
Achieved immortality, and an Ashok Chakra, this day in 2011.
^^
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And a father and a mother that still worship the soil where he fell
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And a father and a mother that still worship the soil where he fell
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1552294737842802691
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SI Ravi Fotedar, JKP.
This President's Police Medal and subsequently a Shaurya Chakra awardee was martyred fighting those that meant to harm his Motherland, this day in 2002.
SI Ravi Fotedar, JKP.
This President's Police Medal and subsequently a Shaurya Chakra awardee was martyred fighting those that meant to harm his Motherland, this day in 2002.
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Nk Ravi Ranjan Kumar Singh.
Third martyrdom anniversary today
Fell on the LoC in Mendhar, near Poonch, this day in 2019
Nk Ravi Ranjan Kumar Singh.
Third martyrdom anniversary today
Fell on the LoC in Mendhar, near Poonch, this day in 2019
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Maj Gen Satish Sondhi (Retd), The Garhwal Rifles
This veteran of the 1965 India Pakistan War passed away this day two years ago.
Maj Gen Satish Sondhi (Retd), The Garhwal Rifles
This veteran of the 1965 India Pakistan War passed away this day two years ago.
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Himveers Sh Shinde Sudhakar, Assistant Commandant/GD & ASI/GD Gurumukh Singh, 45th Battalion ITBP. Fell this day last year in a naxal attack near Kademeta, Narayanpur, Chhattisgarh.
Himveers Sh Shinde Sudhakar, Assistant Commandant/GD & ASI/GD Gurumukh Singh, 45th Battalion ITBP. Fell this day last year in a naxal attack near Kademeta, Narayanpur, Chhattisgarh.
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16 Aug
Maj Ashish Bhatnagar, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 6 Sikh LI.
Sacrificed himself in Gurdaspur in 1997 in order to save his men, when the boat ferrying them in the Ravi River capsized.
His last words - “Do not follow me, undercurrents here are very dangerous”.
16 Aug
Maj Ashish Bhatnagar, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 6 Sikh LI.
Sacrificed himself in Gurdaspur in 1997 in order to save his men, when the boat ferrying them in the Ravi River capsized.
His last words - “Do not follow me, undercurrents here are very dangerous”.
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'Follow Me' is the best form of commanding men
But it also means loss of 'Tigers' once in a while
'Follow Me' is the best form of commanding men
But it also means loss of 'Tigers' once in a while
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A Brigadier, who too fell during anti terror ops in Kupwara with Col Chauhan above, this day in 2000.
A Brigadier, who too fell during anti terror ops in Kupwara with Col Chauhan above, this day in 2000.
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LNk Jose. Also martyred with Brig Shergill and Col Chauhan above.
LNk Jose. Also martyred with Brig Shergill and Col Chauhan above.
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P74 INS Andaman, a Petya Class Patrol Boat of the Indian Navy.
Sank in the Bay of Bengal this day in 1990 after developing a leak, leading to power failure. Lt Cdr Madhavan Potti and 14 other sailors went down with her.
(From the TL of @Leopard212)
P74 INS Andaman, a Petya Class Patrol Boat of the Indian Navy.
Sank in the Bay of Bengal this day in 1990 after developing a leak, leading to power failure. Lt Cdr Madhavan Potti and 14 other sailors went down with her.
(From the TL of @Leopard212)
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Cpl GS Rawat, NC(E) Ashok Kumar & NC(E) L Serpa Kumar, Indian Air Force.
Died in an unfortunate road accident near Barmer, this day in 2019
Cpl GS Rawat, NC(E) Ashok Kumar & NC(E) L Serpa Kumar, Indian Air Force.
Died in an unfortunate road accident near Barmer, this day in 2019
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SPO Bilal Ahmed Magray, Kashmir Police
Martyred this day three years ago in Baramula, defending his Motherland from those that seek to defile it.
God bless his soul
SPO Bilal Ahmed Magray, Kashmir Police
Martyred this day three years ago in Baramula, defending his Motherland from those that seek to defile it.
God bless his soul
^^
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I couldn't come across a photo of Bilal. But this video of his mother receiving her son's Shaurya Chakra came up instead.
Even the policewoman escorting her was forced to break protocol & put a reassuring arm around her.
God bless them
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I couldn't come across a photo of Bilal. But this video of his mother receiving her son's Shaurya Chakra came up instead.
Even the policewoman escorting her was forced to break protocol & put a reassuring arm around her.
God bless them
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1561381300036161536
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Khalsas of Gobind.
Martyred in the line of duty, 25 years ago.
'Waheguru Ji Di Fateh'
Khalsas of Gobind.
Martyred in the line of duty, 25 years ago.
'Waheguru Ji Di Fateh'
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Veer Biharis of 120 Infantry Battalion TA, remembered on the Paltan's Raising Day.
Yet another Commanding Officer figures in the list.
Col JP Janu was in the forefront of rescue & relief operations when the super-cyclone struck in 1999.
Martyred on 01 Mar 2001.
Veer Biharis of 120 Infantry Battalion TA, remembered on the Paltan's Raising Day.
Yet another Commanding Officer figures in the list.
Col JP Janu was in the forefront of rescue & relief operations when the super-cyclone struck in 1999.
Martyred on 01 Mar 2001.
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Col Jojan Thomas, Ashok Chakra (P), 11 Jat / 45 RR,
The Tiger who roared his last this day 14 yrs ago, in Machhil, Kupwara
Col Jojan Thomas, Ashok Chakra (P), 11 Jat / 45 RR,
The Tiger who roared his last this day 14 yrs ago, in Machhil, Kupwara
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God Bless the often unsung men of JKP who put their lives on the line 24/7 for the sake of their Motherland.
3rd martyrdom anniversary of this one - CT Fayaz Ahmad Shah. He fell in Kulgam this day in 2018, shot while going to offer prayers on the occasion of Eid
God Bless the often unsung men of JKP who put their lives on the line 24/7 for the sake of their Motherland.
3rd martyrdom anniversary of this one - CT Fayaz Ahmad Shah. He fell in Kulgam this day in 2018, shot while going to offer prayers on the occasion of Eid
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These two JKP boys too fell the same day as the one above - all murdered by an unworthy enemy:
Ct Mohd Yaqoob Shah and Insp Mohd Ashraf Dar - both at Pulwama on the occasion of Eid
These two JKP boys too fell the same day as the one above - all murdered by an unworthy enemy:
Ct Mohd Yaqoob Shah and Insp Mohd Ashraf Dar - both at Pulwama on the occasion of Eid
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Wg Cdr Sidney Basil Noronha, Maha Vir Chakra. He commanded the No 7 Squadron (Battle Axe) during the First Kashmir War, earning the first Maha Vir Chakra for the IAF.
Lost this day in 1957.
Wg Cdr Sidney Basil Noronha, Maha Vir Chakra. He commanded the No 7 Squadron (Battle Axe) during the First Kashmir War, earning the first Maha Vir Chakra for the IAF.
Lost this day in 1957.
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Nb Sub Dhura Ram Verma, Sena Medal, 3 Grenadiers.
27th Martyrdom Anniversary today
Nb Sub Dhura Ram Verma, Sena Medal, 3 Grenadiers.
27th Martyrdom Anniversary today
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17 Aug
Nk/GD Dhan Bahadur Sunar, Shaurya Chakra (Posth).
This Assam Rifles trooper sacrificed himself in service of the Motherland in 1991 near Along Village in Ukhrul, Manipur
17 Aug
Nk/GD Dhan Bahadur Sunar, Shaurya Chakra (Posth).
This Assam Rifles trooper sacrificed himself in service of the Motherland in 1991 near Along Village in Ukhrul, Manipur
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Bir Gorkhali.
Fell fighting in the accursed 'Jannat', this day 24 years ago.
Still remembered.
Bir Gorkhali.
Fell fighting in the accursed 'Jannat', this day 24 years ago.
Still remembered.
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Sep Ajay Kumar, 16 Dogra.
Martyred 18 yrs ago, not very far from where he would've hailed.
Sep Ajay Kumar, 16 Dogra.
Martyred 18 yrs ago, not very far from where he would've hailed.
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24th Battalion The Punjab Regiment earned two Vir Chakras this day in 1997.
This, when there was no 'war' on.
24th Battalion The Punjab Regiment earned two Vir Chakras this day in 1997.
This, when there was no 'war' on.
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Cdr Noel Kelman, Kirti Chakra.
Played a key role in the liberation of Goa in 1961.
Third death anniversary today.
Cdr Noel Kelman, Kirti Chakra.
Played a key role in the liberation of Goa in 1961.
Third death anniversary today.
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Nk Rajib Thapa, Third Battalion The Fifth Gorkha Rifles.
Third martyrdom anniversary today. Fell while manning the Line of Control in Naushera, J&K
Nk Rajib Thapa, Third Battalion The Fifth Gorkha Rifles.
Third martyrdom anniversary today. Fell while manning the Line of Control in Naushera, J&K
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Brig Basdev Singh Mankotia, Maha Vir Chakra (Retd), 9 Punjab. Stood like a wall between Paakis and victory in one battle after another in Punjab during the 1971 War.
Passed away this day four years ago.
Brig Basdev Singh Mankotia, Maha Vir Chakra (Retd), 9 Punjab. Stood like a wall between Paakis and victory in one battle after another in Punjab during the 1971 War.
Passed away this day four years ago.
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Nk Neeraj Kumar Singh, Ashok Chakra (Posth), 57 RR / Rajputana Rifles.
Fought like a Tiger. Even when badly injured and without a weapon, leapt upon a Packie terrorist and snatched his weapon, killing him with it.
Eighth Martyrdom Anniversary of this one today.
Nk Neeraj Kumar Singh, Ashok Chakra (Posth), 57 RR / Rajputana Rifles.
Fought like a Tiger. Even when badly injured and without a weapon, leapt upon a Packie terrorist and snatched his weapon, killing him with it.
Eighth Martyrdom Anniversary of this one today.
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Balwan Jat. Sacrificed himself this day in Op Vijay.
(Date in the obit seems to be erroneous, though)
Balwan Jat. Sacrificed himself this day in Op Vijay.
(Date in the obit seems to be erroneous, though)
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lt. Pankaj Kumar S. Arora, Sena Medal (Posth), 18th Battalion The Maratha Light Infantry.
Martyred this day 19 years ago.
Lt. Pankaj Kumar S. Arora, Sena Medal (Posth), 18th Battalion The Maratha Light Infantry.
Martyred this day 19 years ago.
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Maj Sanjay Baduni, 25 RR / 136 Field Regiment.
27th Martyrdom Anniversary today. Sacrificed himself while saving children during a firefight with terrorists in Doda, J&K.
Maj Sanjay Baduni, 25 RR / 136 Field Regiment.
27th Martyrdom Anniversary today. Sacrificed himself while saving children during a firefight with terrorists in Doda, J&K.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sep Gurmail Singh, Vir Chakra (P)
This lad of 1 Sikh was amongst the first martyrs of the 1965 War.
Sep Gurmail Singh, Vir Chakra (P)
This lad of 1 Sikh was amongst the first martyrs of the 1965 War.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sep Charanjit Singh, 8 SIKH
This Khalsa of Gobind was martyred in Kashmir, this day 28 yrs ago.
Such a young lad ..
Still remembered ..
Sep Charanjit Singh, 8 SIKH
This Khalsa of Gobind was martyred in Kashmir, this day 28 yrs ago.
Such a young lad ..
Still remembered ..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
This 'Bhulla' of 7 Garhwal Rifles was martyred fighting the enemy in the accursed 'Jannat'
This 'Bhulla' of 7 Garhwal Rifles was martyred fighting the enemy in the accursed 'Jannat'
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Rifleman Nehal Gurung, 5/9 GR.
An only son.
Martyred four years ago, fighting enemies of the Nation along the LoC in Keren - a part of the country that 99% of his fellow citizens won't be able to identify in a map.
Rifleman Nehal Gurung, 5/9 GR.
An only son.
Martyred four years ago, fighting enemies of the Nation along the LoC in Keren - a part of the country that 99% of his fellow citizens won't be able to identify in a map.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
In memory of the four men of 9th Battalion The Assam Rifles who fell this day 63 years ago at Longju, Arunachal Pradesh, fighting the Chinese
In memory of the four men of 9th Battalion The Assam Rifles who fell this day 63 years ago at Longju, Arunachal Pradesh, fighting the Chinese
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HC Udayendu Haldar, 9th Battalion The BSF.
Fell fighting Pakistan sponsored terror in Baramula this day in 1993
HC Udayendu Haldar, 9th Battalion The BSF.
Fell fighting Pakistan sponsored terror in Baramula this day in 1993
#ObituaryOfTheDay
21 Aug
Maj Ranbir Katoch, Sena Medal (Posth), 7 RR / 109 Light AD Regiment.
Martyred in Anantnag this day in 1999, leading from the front.
21 Aug
Maj Ranbir Katoch, Sena Medal (Posth), 7 RR / 109 Light AD Regiment.
Martyred in Anantnag this day in 1999, leading from the front.
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The eight CRPF & SOG boys martyred in Pulwama this day in 2017. Today is their fifth martyrdom anniversary.
Remember them, anyone?
#ObiturayOfTheDay
The eight CRPF & SOG boys martyred in Pulwama this day in 2017. Today is their fifth martyrdom anniversary.
Remember them, anyone?
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#ObituaryOfTheDay
The CRPF boys that fell in the above attack.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
The CRPF boys that fell in the above attack.
https://twitter.com/37VManhas/status/1430941886236090369
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And the JKP (SOG) Boys that too fell
#ObituaryOfTheDay
And the JKP (SOG) Boys that too fell
https://twitter.com/37VManhas/status/1430943547516018694
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Nk Patey Tassuk, Sena Medal and Bar (Posth), 17 Guards / 21 RR.
This twice decorated soldier of Mother India fell in Kupwara this day 11 years ago
Nk Patey Tassuk, Sena Medal and Bar (Posth), 17 Guards / 21 RR.
This twice decorated soldier of Mother India fell in Kupwara this day 11 years ago
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Flt Lt Sandeep Jain, SC (Posth)
Pilot Officer Vaibhav Bhagwat, SC (Posth)
Sgt Krishna C. Jha
Sgt R. Murigappa
These were the crew of the ill-fated Mi-17 of 130 Helicopter Unit that was shot down by Paakis while on a logistics sortie in Siachen this day 26yrs ago
Flt Lt Sandeep Jain, SC (Posth)
Pilot Officer Vaibhav Bhagwat, SC (Posth)
Sgt Krishna C. Jha
Sgt R. Murigappa
These were the crew of the ill-fated Mi-17 of 130 Helicopter Unit that was shot down by Paakis while on a logistics sortie in Siachen this day 26yrs ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sub Moda Ram, SM(P), 10 Para(SF)
Was leading a party of troops when they were ambushed by the LTTE, this day in 1988. Undaunted, he led from the front and by the time guns fell silent, 7 LTTE were dead and rest ran away.
Sacrificed himself in the process.
Sub Moda Ram, SM(P), 10 Para(SF)
Was leading a party of troops when they were ambushed by the LTTE, this day in 1988. Undaunted, he led from the front and by the time guns fell silent, 7 LTTE were dead and rest ran away.
Sacrificed himself in the process.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Gen Jagdarshan S Soin.
A veteran of the insane battle for defence of Naushera and subsequent recapture of Jhangar in 1947-48 War.
Must have had quite a few stories to tell from what is the most under-reported war fought by the country.
Passed away last year
Maj Gen Jagdarshan S Soin.
A veteran of the insane battle for defence of Naushera and subsequent recapture of Jhangar in 1947-48 War.
Must have had quite a few stories to tell from what is the most under-reported war fought by the country.
Passed away last year
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Martyrs of BSF - 27 Aug
Two more names in addition to the four above (as well as one name from those four missing in this tweet below)
Martyrs of BSF - 27 Aug
Two more names in addition to the four above (as well as one name from those four missing in this tweet below)
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Veer Madrasi.
A veteran with atleast 25yrs in uniform.
Martyred fighting this day in 2008
Veer Madrasi.
A veteran with atleast 25yrs in uniform.
Martyred fighting this day in 2008
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Martyrs of Chhattisgarh Police on 28 Aug in years 2011, 2013 and 2014.
14 Men.
14 Families.
Martyrs of Chhattisgarh Police on 28 Aug in years 2011, 2013 and 2014.
14 Men.
14 Families.
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Hav Ajit Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth), Sena Medal, 10 Para (SF).
This Balwan Jat met a warrior's death, fighting the LTTE this day in 1989. Sacrificed himself for the sake of his comrades.
Hav Ajit Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth), Sena Medal, 10 Para (SF).
This Balwan Jat met a warrior's death, fighting the LTTE this day in 1989. Sacrificed himself for the sake of his comrades.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Sameer Katwal, 21 Kumaon.
This 25 years old was martyred this day in 1999, fighting the enemies of the Nation
Maj Sameer Katwal, 21 Kumaon.
This 25 years old was martyred this day in 1999, fighting the enemies of the Nation
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Sudhir Walia, Ashok Chakra(P), Sena Medal, 9 Para.
Fell this day in 1999.
Would have been atleast a Brigadier today, had he chosen personal safety over the call of duty.
Maj Sudhir Walia, Ashok Chakra(P), Sena Medal, 9 Para.
Fell this day in 1999.
Would have been atleast a Brigadier today, had he chosen personal safety over the call of duty.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Vivek Singh Bhandral, Sena Medal (Posth), 21 Para Commando (SF).
Fell this day in 2002
Maj Vivek Singh Bhandral, Sena Medal (Posth), 21 Para Commando (SF).
Fell this day in 2002
#ObituaryOfTheDay
CTs Ishfaq Ahmad Mir, Javaid Ahmad Bhat, Mohammad Iqbal Mir & SPO Adil Manzoor Bhat, JKP.
Fourth martyrdom anniversary of these four today. Fell fighting Pakistan sponsored terror in Shopian.
They too serve .. Never Forget
CTs Ishfaq Ahmad Mir, Javaid Ahmad Bhat, Mohammad Iqbal Mir & SPO Adil Manzoor Bhat, JKP.
Fourth martyrdom anniversary of these four today. Fell fighting Pakistan sponsored terror in Shopian.
They too serve .. Never Forget
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Rifleman Prashant Sharma, 50th Battalion The Rashtriya Rifles.
Martyred in Pulwama in the service of the Nation, this day two years ago
Rifleman Prashant Sharma, 50th Battalion The Rashtriya Rifles.
Martyred in Pulwama in the service of the Nation, this day two years ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
ASI Babu Ram, Ashok Chakra (Posth), JKP.
Fell fighting Pakistan sponsored terror in Pantha Chowk, Srinagar, this day in 2020. Eliminated three terrorists in the process, and earned a well deserved Ashok Chakra.
ASI Babu Ram, Ashok Chakra (Posth), JKP.
Fell fighting Pakistan sponsored terror in Pantha Chowk, Srinagar, this day in 2020. Eliminated three terrorists in the process, and earned a well deserved Ashok Chakra.
^^
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Refer three tweets above. Here's some more info on Rifleman Prashant Sharma
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Refer three tweets above. Here's some more info on Rifleman Prashant Sharma
https://twitter.com/37VManhas/status/1431814579609239556
^^
#ObituaryOfTheDay
28 Aug
Refer 14 tweets above. Here's some clarification and a bit more info about Hav Ajit Singh
#ObituaryOfTheDay
28 Aug
Refer 14 tweets above. Here's some clarification and a bit more info about Hav Ajit Singh
https://twitter.com/nishant11159992/status/1564306580434067456
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Company Leader Nyima Tenzin, Special Frontier Force.
This Tibetan soldier of Mother India sacrificed himself in an operation that saw him and fellow Tibetans, alongwith other Indian troops, head BACK into Tibet after decades, this day two years ago.
Company Leader Nyima Tenzin, Special Frontier Force.
This Tibetan soldier of Mother India sacrificed himself in an operation that saw him and fellow Tibetans, alongwith other Indian troops, head BACK into Tibet after decades, this day two years ago.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Capt Dikshant Thapa, 6 Mech Infantry.
Martyred in Ladakh in an unfortunate accident during the standoff with China this day two years ago
Capt Dikshant Thapa, 6 Mech Infantry.
Martyred in Ladakh in an unfortunate accident during the standoff with China this day two years ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Capt Hemant Prem Kumar, Sena Medal.
This Balwan Jat fell fighting this day 22 years ago in Manipur.
Capt Hemant Prem Kumar, Sena Medal.
This Balwan Jat fell fighting this day 22 years ago in Manipur.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Capt Suneel Kumar Yadav. Martyred in Kargil this day in 1999.
He was just 22.
Far too young ..
Capt Suneel Kumar Yadav. Martyred in Kargil this day in 1999.
He was just 22.
Far too young ..
^^
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Part of the story that made Suneel what he became. Worth a watch
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Part of the story that made Suneel what he became. Worth a watch
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1299920314101628934
^^
#ObituaryOfTheDay
"Main Ab Yadav Nahi, Rajput Hoon"
#ObituaryOfTheDay
"Main Ab Yadav Nahi, Rajput Hoon"
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1299921085438230530
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Came from a rich and distinguished pedigree of soldiers - The Victors of Tololing.
Laid down his life in Akhnoor this day six years ago, serving his Motherland.
Came from a rich and distinguished pedigree of soldiers - The Victors of Tololing.
Laid down his life in Akhnoor this day six years ago, serving his Motherland.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lt Cdr Firdaus D Mogal, Shaurya Chakra (Posthumous)
This submariner sacrificed himself for his crew this day 12 years ago.
Lt Cdr Firdaus D Mogal, Shaurya Chakra (Posthumous)
This submariner sacrificed himself for his crew this day 12 years ago.
^^
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Here's his story. Describes him perfectly - An Angel from the Navy.
Do read.
I INSIST.
Doesn't ask for more than 4 mins of your time.
qz.com/india/1651180/…
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Here's his story. Describes him perfectly - An Angel from the Navy.
Do read.
I INSIST.
Doesn't ask for more than 4 mins of your time.
qz.com/india/1651180/…
^^
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Even the normally drably worded official citation couldn't hide the sheer madness at sea that day
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Even the normally drably worded official citation couldn't hide the sheer madness at sea that day
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Nb Sub Rajwinder Singh, 1 SikhLI
Fell manning the Line of Control this day two years ago
Nb Sub Rajwinder Singh, 1 SikhLI
Fell manning the Line of Control this day two years ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
CT Balbir Singh, 61st Battalion The Border Security Force.
Yet another BSF trooper, in addition to the ones above.
This one earned a Shaurya Chakra at the cost of his life, this day 19 years ago
CT Balbir Singh, 61st Battalion The Border Security Force.
Yet another BSF trooper, in addition to the ones above.
This one earned a Shaurya Chakra at the cost of his life, this day 19 years ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Nk Tirath Lal, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), Sixth Battalion The Dogra Regiment
Martyred in a blaze of glory this day in 2001, fighting scum from across.
Nk Tirath Lal, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), Sixth Battalion The Dogra Regiment
Martyred in a blaze of glory this day in 2001, fighting scum from across.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lt Col Madan Lal Chadha, VrC (P)
Fell this day during the 1965 War
Lt Col Madan Lal Chadha, VrC (P)
Fell this day during the 1965 War
https://twitter.com/army_pa1/status/1564868650242568192
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Rifleman Shive Kumar, 31st Battalion The Rashtriya Rifles / 15 JAKLI.
Fell fighting Pakistan sponsored terror in Bandipora this day four years ago.
Remember him, anyone?
Rifleman Shive Kumar, 31st Battalion The Rashtriya Rifles / 15 JAKLI.
Fell fighting Pakistan sponsored terror in Bandipora this day four years ago.
Remember him, anyone?
#ObituaryOfTheDay
58 Veer Biharis of 15 Bihar fell in service for you & me, 41 yrs since raising of the unit
FIFTY EIGHT
58 Veer Biharis of 15 Bihar fell in service for you & me, 41 yrs since raising of the unit
FIFTY EIGHT
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Martyrs of 3 Jat - one of the finest fighting outfits of the Indian Army & the captors of Dograi in 1965, after an epic battle.
Just try & count how many has the Paltan lost in service of the Nation over the years that it has been around
Martyrs of 3 Jat - one of the finest fighting outfits of the Indian Army & the captors of Dograi in 1965, after an epic battle.
Just try & count how many has the Paltan lost in service of the Nation over the years that it has been around
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Heroes of 15 Garhwal Rifles, remembered on the joyous occasion of the unit's Raising Day.
Heroes of 15 Garhwal Rifles, remembered on the joyous occasion of the unit's Raising Day.
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Sepoy Gurjit Singh, 22 SIKH, fell this day in the accursed 'Jannat', this day 18 yrs ago.
Yet another faceless statistic.
Sepoy Gurjit Singh, 22 SIKH, fell this day in the accursed 'Jannat', this day 18 yrs ago.
Yet another faceless statistic.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Head Constable Krishan Chand.
Sacrificed his life fighting terrorists on eve of Eid in Srinagar, this day five years ago
Head Constable Krishan Chand.
Sacrificed his life fighting terrorists on eve of Eid in Srinagar, this day five years ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
ASI K. Singh, BSF. Martyred in a ceasefire violation in Poonch five years ago.
Name missed out in the above obit
ASI K. Singh, BSF. Martyred in a ceasefire violation in Poonch five years ago.
Name missed out in the above obit
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Grenadier Hemraj Jat, 4 Grenadiers.
This 23 year old was martyred while manning the line of control three years ago.
Grenadier Hemraj Jat, 4 Grenadiers.
This 23 year old was martyred while manning the line of control three years ago.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Eighth martyrdom anniversary of these four; martyred enroute to an operation in Kupwara
Eighth martyrdom anniversary of these four; martyred enroute to an operation in Kupwara
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Capt Ajay Singh Rana and Nk Sushil. Fell in Batalik this day in 2003
Capt Ajay Singh Rana and Nk Sushil. Fell in Batalik this day in 2003
https://twitter.com/ColSanjayPande/status/1433266236935196675
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03 Sep
This one from Manoj Pandey's unit fell doing his bit in the icy heights of Siachen, this day 24 years ago
03 Sep
This one from Manoj Pandey's unit fell doing his bit in the icy heights of Siachen, this day 24 years ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
03 Sep
Balwan Jats, earned martyrdom and a Shaurya Chakra and a Sena Medal in the line of duty, at the cost of their lives
03 Sep
Balwan Jats, earned martyrdom and a Shaurya Chakra and a Sena Medal in the line of duty, at the cost of their lives
#ObituaryOfTheDay
03 Sep
Chhattisgarh Policemen, felled by 'Gandhians With Guns' this day over the years
03 Sep
Chhattisgarh Policemen, felled by 'Gandhians With Guns' this day over the years
#ObituaryOfTheDay
03 Sep
Lance Naik Mohan Nath Goswami, Ashok Chakra (Posth), Ninth Battalion The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces).
Martyred this day in 2015, taking down 10 terrorists in three different operations during his last 11 days alive.
God bless his soul ..
03 Sep
Lance Naik Mohan Nath Goswami, Ashok Chakra (Posth), Ninth Battalion The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces).
Martyred this day in 2015, taking down 10 terrorists in three different operations during his last 11 days alive.
God bless his soul ..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
03 Sep
Lt Amit Singh, 1/9 Gorkha Rifles.
Fell this day in 2000, fighting Pakistan sponsored terror in Kupwara
03 Sep
Lt Amit Singh, 1/9 Gorkha Rifles.
Fell this day in 2000, fighting Pakistan sponsored terror in Kupwara
#ObituaryOfTheDay
02 Sep
Capt Ajay Rana, 60 Field Regiment
02 Sep
Capt Ajay Rana, 60 Field Regiment
https://twitter.com/37VManhas/status/1565606334783197184
#ObituaryOfTheDay
9 Mahar's losses in 1965, just because a delusional dictator thought 'Hindu Morale' was low.
Too bad, such folks and thousands like them disagreed with that clown. Thanks to such men, that war actually became the beginning of the end for Ayub Khan!
9 Mahar's losses in 1965, just because a delusional dictator thought 'Hindu Morale' was low.
Too bad, such folks and thousands like them disagreed with that clown. Thanks to such men, that war actually became the beginning of the end for Ayub Khan!
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Men of 11 Mech, who did their bit in halting & ultimately destroying Paaki armour at Asal Uttar
Men of 11 Mech, who did their bit in halting & ultimately destroying Paaki armour at Asal Uttar
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Khalsas of Gobind, martyred during the initial days of Operation Meghdoot, Siachen
Khalsas of Gobind, martyred during the initial days of Operation Meghdoot, Siachen
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Nk Rajeshwar Singh, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 16 Punjab (Patiala)
Ninth martyrdom anniversary of this one. Fell in Kupwara, fighting State Sponsored Terror from across
Nk Rajeshwar Singh, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 16 Punjab (Patiala)
Ninth martyrdom anniversary of this one. Fell in Kupwara, fighting State Sponsored Terror from across
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sub Shamsher Ali Khan Kayamkhani, 24 Grenadiers
Sub Shamsher Ali Khan Kayamkhani, 24 Grenadiers
https://twitter.com/army_pa1/status/1566318881102213121
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Yet more BSF boys that have fallen on this day over the years, in addition to the three above
Yet more BSF boys that have fallen on this day over the years, in addition to the three above
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Hav Ram Bahadur Chhetri, Sena Medal (Posth), 23 Assam Rifles. Fell in J&K 28 yrs ago.
Not many know Assam Rifles too did its bit in J&K
Hav Ram Bahadur Chhetri, Sena Medal (Posth), 23 Assam Rifles. Fell in J&K 28 yrs ago.
Not many know Assam Rifles too did its bit in J&K
#ObituaryOfTheDay
CRPF Trooper, fell in the Valley 30 yrs ago, during the darkest days of the insurgency there
CRPF Trooper, fell in the Valley 30 yrs ago, during the darkest days of the insurgency there
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lt Col Dhan Singh Thapa
He shone bright in a battlefield as bloody as any other, in face of odds as bad as they could get.
God bless him & his Bir Gorkhali brothers that carried the day that bleak winter on the Nation's farthest frontiers
Lt Col Dhan Singh Thapa
He shone bright in a battlefield as bloody as any other, in face of odds as bad as they could get.
God bless him & his Bir Gorkhali brothers that carried the day that bleak winter on the Nation's farthest frontiers
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1302069859992219648
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Gunner Bhupender Singh, 327 Medium Regiment.
This 23yr old Balwan Jat son of a farmer gave up his life during a ceasefire violation from the Paakis in Naugam, Kupwara two yrs ago.
Gunner Bhupender Singh, 327 Medium Regiment.
This 23yr old Balwan Jat son of a farmer gave up his life during a ceasefire violation from the Paakis in Naugam, Kupwara two yrs ago.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
05 Sep
2Lt Surinderpal Singh Sekhon, Vir Chakra (Posth), Second Battalion The Rajputana Rifles.
He was 23 years old when he fell in the opening stages of the 1965 war this day, in the soon to be famous battle of Dera Baba Nanak.
05 Sep
2Lt Surinderpal Singh Sekhon, Vir Chakra (Posth), Second Battalion The Rajputana Rifles.
He was 23 years old when he fell in the opening stages of the 1965 war this day, in the soon to be famous battle of Dera Baba Nanak.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
05 Sep
Nk Chaman Lal, 11RR / 5 Dogra.
Fell fighting this day 19 years ago in Mughal Maidan, Kishtwar
05 Sep
Nk Chaman Lal, 11RR / 5 Dogra.
Fell fighting this day 19 years ago in Mughal Maidan, Kishtwar
#ObituaryOfTheDay
06 Sep
2nd Battalion The Sikh Regiment lost these 40 men on the Path of Glory during the 1965 War, including their 'Raja' - Lt Col NN Khanna, Maha Vir Chakra (P), who fell while leading his Khalsas from the front in an operation that was as audacious as it gets
06 Sep
2nd Battalion The Sikh Regiment lost these 40 men on the Path of Glory during the 1965 War, including their 'Raja' - Lt Col NN Khanna, Maha Vir Chakra (P), who fell while leading his Khalsas from the front in an operation that was as audacious as it gets
#ObituaryOfTheDay
6 Sep
Maj Greesh Chandra Verma, VrC(P), 3 Dogra
Physically routed the enemy after an intense close quarter battle in 1965. Just read that simple, yet goosebumps inducing citation!
And the delusional, self styled Field Marshal thought that 'Hindu Morale' was low!
6 Sep
Maj Greesh Chandra Verma, VrC(P), 3 Dogra
Physically routed the enemy after an intense close quarter battle in 1965. Just read that simple, yet goosebumps inducing citation!
And the delusional, self styled Field Marshal thought that 'Hindu Morale' was low!
#ObituaryOfTheDay
06 Sep
Sub Ajit Singh, Fourth Battalion The Sikh Regiment, Maha Vir Chakra (Posthumous).
This Khalsa of Gobind led from the front, giving up his own life to pave the way towards a splendid victory for his Paltan at Barki, this day in 1965.
God Bless his soul ..
06 Sep
Sub Ajit Singh, Fourth Battalion The Sikh Regiment, Maha Vir Chakra (Posthumous).
This Khalsa of Gobind led from the front, giving up his own life to pave the way towards a splendid victory for his Paltan at Barki, this day in 1965.
God Bless his soul ..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
106 Sep
Hav Suresh Kumar, First Battalion The Jammu and Kashmir Rifles.
Martyred this day three years ago in Dras.
106 Sep
Hav Suresh Kumar, First Battalion The Jammu and Kashmir Rifles.
Martyred this day three years ago in Dras.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
06 Sep
2Lt Shashindra Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth).
Martyred this day in the 1965 War
06 Sep
2Lt Shashindra Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth).
Martyred this day in the 1965 War
#ObituaryOfTheDay
06 Sep
Nk Babu Rewane, Vir Chakra (Posth), Fifth Battalion The Maratha Light Infantry
Also martyred this day in 1965
06 Sep
Nk Babu Rewane, Vir Chakra (Posth), Fifth Battalion The Maratha Light Infantry
Also martyred this day in 1965
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sep Lakhwinder Singh, 3 Sikh
Fell in the Valley at a time when losing it was a very real possibility.
Thank God for such folks who gave their all, ensuring that the writ of the Indian State still runs there
Sep Lakhwinder Singh, 3 Sikh
Fell in the Valley at a time when losing it was a very real possibility.
Thank God for such folks who gave their all, ensuring that the writ of the Indian State still runs there
#ObituaryOfTheDay
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57 yrs ago, four Brar brothers & their brother in law went to war.
The youngest, Flt Lt Jagdev Singh Brar did not make it back.
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57 yrs ago, four Brar brothers & their brother in law went to war.
The youngest, Flt Lt Jagdev Singh Brar did not make it back.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
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Here's a heartfelt tribute from his brother, Brig SS Brar (Retd)
Plz do read.
I insist 🙏
tribuneindia.com/news/archive/f…
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Here's a heartfelt tribute from his brother, Brig SS Brar (Retd)
Plz do read.
I insist 🙏
tribuneindia.com/news/archive/f…
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sqn Ldr Ajjamada Boppayya Devayya, MVC (Posth).
Truly an act of exceptional valour that he displayed this day 56 years ago, in downing a PAF F-104 Starfighter from his Mystere.
Would have remained hidden but for a happy coincidence more than two decades later.
Sqn Ldr Ajjamada Boppayya Devayya, MVC (Posth).
Truly an act of exceptional valour that he displayed this day 56 years ago, in downing a PAF F-104 Starfighter from his Mystere.
Would have remained hidden but for a happy coincidence more than two decades later.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Yet another Chhattisgarh Policeman, murdered by 'Gandhians With Guns'.
This one fell this day 20 years ago.
Yet another Chhattisgarh Policeman, murdered by 'Gandhians With Guns'.
This one fell this day 20 years ago.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Refer three tweets above. This is air warrior too fell in the same mission, putting himself in the line of fire to ensure success for his comrades.
Refer three tweets above. This is air warrior too fell in the same mission, putting himself in the line of fire to ensure success for his comrades.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Dafedar Aslam Khan, 24th Battalion The Rashtriya Rifles. Martyred fighting scum from across in Ganderbal, J&K, this day two years ago
Dafedar Aslam Khan, 24th Battalion The Rashtriya Rifles. Martyred fighting scum from across in Ganderbal, J&K, this day two years ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sqn Ldr Jasbeer Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth).
Martyred this day in 1965, leading a strike mission into enemy territory.
Sqn Ldr Jasbeer Singh, Vir Chakra (Posth).
Martyred this day in 1965, leading a strike mission into enemy territory.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Flt Lt Babul Guha, No. 1 Squadron 'Tigers'.
Was flying a Mystere during an attack on Sargodha this day in 1965 when he was shot down by a Sidewinder missile from a PAF Sabre.
Assumed to have been taken a PoW but never returned by Packies.
Flt Lt Babul Guha, No. 1 Squadron 'Tigers'.
Was flying a Mystere during an attack on Sargodha this day in 1965 when he was shot down by a Sidewinder missile from a PAF Sabre.
Assumed to have been taken a PoW but never returned by Packies.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Yet another martyr of a forgotten war.
Fell in Sri Lanka this day 34 yrs ago. We may forget, but fellow comrades in arms NEVER will
Yet another martyr of a forgotten war.
Fell in Sri Lanka this day 34 yrs ago. We may forget, but fellow comrades in arms NEVER will
#ObituaryOfTheDay
This air defence gunner made the supreme sacrifice this day 25 yrs ago, earning a Shaurya Chakra.
This air defence gunner made the supreme sacrifice this day 25 yrs ago, earning a Shaurya Chakra.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Earned martyrdom this day in 2007 in Mendhar.
Went down with his guns blazing. Yet another Shaurya Chakra was earned that day by yet another soldier of the Motherland at the cost of his life
Earned martyrdom this day in 2007 in Mendhar.
Went down with his guns blazing. Yet another Shaurya Chakra was earned that day by yet another soldier of the Motherland at the cost of his life
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lt Col Gaurav Solanki, SM, CO designate 12th Battalion The Parachute Regiment.
Was on a UN Peacekeeping assignment in Africa when he went missing while kayaking near Tchegera Island in Lake Kivu, this day in 2019.
Mortal remains were recovered four days later.
Lt Col Gaurav Solanki, SM, CO designate 12th Battalion The Parachute Regiment.
Was on a UN Peacekeeping assignment in Africa when he went missing while kayaking near Tchegera Island in Lake Kivu, this day in 2019.
Mortal remains were recovered four days later.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
IC-4282 Lt Col Harbans Lal Mehta, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), CO 4 Madras.
This Tiger personally led an audacious attack on an enemy stronghold in Sialkot Sector during the 1965 War, falling on the battlefield in the process.
IC-4282 Lt Col Harbans Lal Mehta, Maha Vir Chakra (Posth), CO 4 Madras.
This Tiger personally led an audacious attack on an enemy stronghold in Sialkot Sector during the 1965 War, falling on the battlefield in the process.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Hav Balkrishna Gulab Bhale, 5 Maratha Light Infantry
Also martyred along with Capt Muralidharan (refer six tweets above) during Op Pawan
Hav Balkrishna Gulab Bhale, 5 Maratha Light Infantry
Also martyred along with Capt Muralidharan (refer six tweets above) during Op Pawan
https://twitter.com/priority_n/status/1435424482563268609
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Mohammed Ali Raaz Sheikh, Vir Chakra (Posth), 16 Cav.
This determined Tankman spearheaded the Indian Armour thrust inside Pakistan this day in 1965. Fought long and hard despite grievous injuries, ultimately falling on the battlefield in a blaze of glory.
Maj Mohammed Ali Raaz Sheikh, Vir Chakra (Posth), 16 Cav.
This determined Tankman spearheaded the Indian Armour thrust inside Pakistan this day in 1965. Fought long and hard despite grievous injuries, ultimately falling on the battlefield in a blaze of glory.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Astro, a CISF sniffer dog who performed active duties at the Kolkata Airport for almost nine years. Passed away this day two years ago.
Astro, a CISF sniffer dog who performed active duties at the Kolkata Airport for almost nine years. Passed away this day two years ago.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lt Col Amardeep Singh and his Task Force from 18 Engineers Regt comprising 34 personnel. They died in the line of duty while constructing a crucial bridge at Kharo on the raging River Sutlej this day in 2005.
(From the TL of @RaveenKr)
Lt Col Amardeep Singh and his Task Force from 18 Engineers Regt comprising 34 personnel. They died in the line of duty while constructing a crucial bridge at Kharo on the raging River Sutlej this day in 2005.
(From the TL of @RaveenKr)
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Dafedar Gumaan Singh Rathore, 17 Poona Horse
Dafedar Gumaan Singh Rathore, 17 Poona Horse
https://twitter.com/37VManhas/status/1567910627569725441
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The men of 4 Rajput who fell fighting the enemy in Purani Gakhri, Chhamb in 1948.
It was one hell of a campaign, the First Kashmir War 1947-48. Too bad that hardly anyone knows or talks about it.
God bless those that fell in that.
The men of 4 Rajput who fell fighting the enemy in Purani Gakhri, Chhamb in 1948.
It was one hell of a campaign, the First Kashmir War 1947-48. Too bad that hardly anyone knows or talks about it.
God bless those that fell in that.
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1303742219250216962
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Braves of 5 Sikh, fell in the Valley this day in 1999, fighting unwanted 'visitors' from across
Braves of 5 Sikh, fell in the Valley this day in 1999, fighting unwanted 'visitors' from across
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Two brothers in arms - a Tamilian and a Gorkha
Both fell together in Naga Hills, this day FIFTY FOUR years ago, fighting those that wanted to break apart the Union of India
Still remembered.
Two brothers in arms - a Tamilian and a Gorkha
Both fell together in Naga Hills, this day FIFTY FOUR years ago, fighting those that wanted to break apart the Union of India
Still remembered.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Yet another CRPF trooper, martyred fighting 'Gandhians With Guns', this day ten years ago.
Name missed out in the CRPF obit a few tweets above
Yet another CRPF trooper, martyred fighting 'Gandhians With Guns', this day ten years ago.
Name missed out in the CRPF obit a few tweets above
#ObituaryOfTheDay
16 Punjab scripted a saga of insane bravery during the battle of Barki in 1965.
A huge cost was paid, big sacrifices made, all of it willingly. And a richly deserved glory was earned by the battalion.
16 Punjab scripted a saga of insane bravery during the battle of Barki in 1965.
A huge cost was paid, big sacrifices made, all of it willingly. And a richly deserved glory was earned by the battalion.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
'Grinders' of 39 RR, lost this day 21 years ago during counter insurgency operations
'Grinders' of 39 RR, lost this day 21 years ago during counter insurgency operations
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Debashish Sethy & Sudhir Kumar Tudu.
SOG Commandos of Odisha Police. Lost this day two years ago, fighting Left Wing Extremism in their lands in a fierce encounter at the Kalahandi-Kandhamal border.
Debashish Sethy & Sudhir Kumar Tudu.
SOG Commandos of Odisha Police. Lost this day two years ago, fighting Left Wing Extremism in their lands in a fierce encounter at the Kalahandi-Kandhamal border.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Constable Imtiyaz Ahmed Mir, JKP.
Martyred in Anantnag this day five years ago.
Sadly, this is a Kashmiri who is conveniently forgotten by the usual bleeding hearts.
Constable Imtiyaz Ahmed Mir, JKP.
Martyred in Anantnag this day five years ago.
Sadly, this is a Kashmiri who is conveniently forgotten by the usual bleeding hearts.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
18 men of 4 SIKH fell this day in 1965, earning glory & the Battle Honour 'Barki' to the unit.
18 men of 4 SIKH fell this day in 1965, earning glory & the Battle Honour 'Barki' to the unit.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Yet another CRPF boy, martyred fighting 'Gandhians With Guns' this day 10 years ago.
Yet another CRPF boy, martyred fighting 'Gandhians With Guns' this day 10 years ago.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
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57th martyrdom anniversary of CQMH Abdul Hamid, Param Vir Chakra.
Fell this day, taking 7 Packie tanks with him ..
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57th martyrdom anniversary of CQMH Abdul Hamid, Param Vir Chakra.
Fell this day, taking 7 Packie tanks with him ..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
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Abdul Hamid, played by Naseeruddin Shah, in the TV series Param Vir Chakra.
(Love the title song!)
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Abdul Hamid, played by Naseeruddin Shah, in the TV series Param Vir Chakra.
(Love the title song!)
#ObituaryOfTheDay
3/6
Wonder how many are aware that CQMH Abdul Hamid, PVC(P) was also a veteran of 1962 war, his unit being a part of the ill fated 7 Brigade of Brig John Dalvi.
Abdul Hamid was amongst the few who evaded capture & reached own lines via Bhutan.
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Wonder how many are aware that CQMH Abdul Hamid, PVC(P) was also a veteran of 1962 war, his unit being a part of the ill fated 7 Brigade of Brig John Dalvi.
Abdul Hamid was amongst the few who evaded capture & reached own lines via Bhutan.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
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Who knew he was destined for much greater glory less than three years hence ..
#Respect
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Who knew he was destined for much greater glory less than three years hence ..
#Respect
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Martyrs of BSF - 10 Sep
Martyrs of BSF - 10 Sep
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1303978486772580353
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Nk Babu Singh, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 37 RR / 19 Punjab.
21 years today since this one fell fighting enemies of the Nation in Rajauri, J&K
Nk Babu Singh, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 37 RR / 19 Punjab.
21 years today since this one fell fighting enemies of the Nation in Rajauri, J&K
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Naib Subedar Tripurari Singh, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 12 Mahar
24th Martyrdom Anniversary today
Naib Subedar Tripurari Singh, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 12 Mahar
24th Martyrdom Anniversary today
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Mayank Vishnoi, Sena Medal, 44 RR / 30 Rajput.
Breathed his last on 10 Sep 2021. Hung on for nearly two weeks after getting injured in an encounter with Pakistan sponsored terrorists in Shopian on 27 Aug 2021.
May God bless his soul
Om Shanti ..
Maj Mayank Vishnoi, Sena Medal, 44 RR / 30 Rajput.
Breathed his last on 10 Sep 2021. Hung on for nearly two weeks after getting injured in an encounter with Pakistan sponsored terrorists in Shopian on 27 Aug 2021.
May God bless his soul
Om Shanti ..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
The Unknown Air Warrior who fell in the First Kashmir War, this day in 1948
The Unknown Air Warrior who fell in the First Kashmir War, this day in 1948
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1304416705255530496
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Capt Nitin Gautam, 9 Garhwal Rifles, 25yr old, Ghatak Platoon Commander. Fell in Drass in 2012.
Then, thanks to the great Indian babucracy, followed a long struggle for his family to get his legitimate dues released ..
Capt Nitin Gautam, 9 Garhwal Rifles, 25yr old, Ghatak Platoon Commander. Fell in Drass in 2012.
Then, thanks to the great Indian babucracy, followed a long struggle for his family to get his legitimate dues released ..
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#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Harbhajan, Capt Dagar,Nb Sub Raghav & 60+ men of 18 Rajput, 2 Grenadiers & other detachments that went down at NathuLa between 11-16 Sep 1967, giving Chinese a bloody nose in the process, extracting a toll of 300+ & destroying myth of their invincibility
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Harbhajan, Capt Dagar,Nb Sub Raghav & 60+ men of 18 Rajput, 2 Grenadiers & other detachments that went down at NathuLa between 11-16 Sep 1967, giving Chinese a bloody nose in the process, extracting a toll of 300+ & destroying myth of their invincibility
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#ObituaryOfTheDay
This is the story of their valour - the troops went berserk when their CO was injured by the PLA.
Befittingly, it did not end well for PLA.
Proof?
The Tricolour still flies atop NathuLa Pass.
AN ABSOLUTELY MUST READ PIECE FOR THE DAY
veekay-militaryhistory.blogspot.com/2013/04/nathul…
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This is the story of their valour - the troops went berserk when their CO was injured by the PLA.
Befittingly, it did not end well for PLA.
Proof?
The Tricolour still flies atop NathuLa Pass.
AN ABSOLUTELY MUST READ PIECE FOR THE DAY
veekay-militaryhistory.blogspot.com/2013/04/nathul…
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Constable Rajinder Kumar, JKP, martyred in Poonch in 2016, while sorting out unwanted 'guests' from across.
Constable Rajinder Kumar, JKP, martyred in Poonch in 2016, while sorting out unwanted 'guests' from across.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lance Naik Arjun Das, Sashastra Seema Bal, martyred this day in Baramula in 2002, while doing his duty.
God bless his soul ..
Lance Naik Arjun Das, Sashastra Seema Bal, martyred this day in Baramula in 2002, while doing his duty.
God bless his soul ..
#ObituayOfTheDay
Dutch, an ED Dog of the Indian Army.
Third death anniversary of this four legged warrior today.
Dutch, an ED Dog of the Indian Army.
Third death anniversary of this four legged warrior today.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Martyrs of BSF - 11 Sep
Martyrs of BSF - 11 Sep
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1304454538724745216
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sqn Ldr Gaurav Kumar Verma and Flt Lt Sankalp Tewari.
Died when their Chetak helicopter crashed soon after take-off in Kalaikunda this day in 2010
Sqn Ldr Gaurav Kumar Verma and Flt Lt Sankalp Tewari.
Died when their Chetak helicopter crashed soon after take-off in Kalaikunda this day in 2010
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Sep Kiran Kumar, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 6 Mahar.
Fell this day in 2003
Sep Kiran Kumar, Shaurya Chakra (Posth), 6 Mahar.
Fell this day in 2003
https://twitter.com/TheNasirAhmad/status/1436407407991672833
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Arshid Ashraf Meer, JKP.
Yet another son of the Kashmiri soil killed by Pakistan sponsored terror this day last year
Arshid Ashraf Meer, JKP.
Yet another son of the Kashmiri soil killed by Pakistan sponsored terror this day last year
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Constable Abdul Khaliq, 94th Battalion The CRPF.
Sacrificed himself in Kashmir, fighting those who want to break up his Nation due to religion.
Constable Abdul Khaliq, 94th Battalion The CRPF.
Sacrificed himself in Kashmir, fighting those who want to break up his Nation due to religion.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
The 21 Khalsas of 36th Sikhs, who chose to stand and fight an enemy horde 10,000+ strong at #Saragarhi, this day in 1897
The 21 Khalsas of 36th Sikhs, who chose to stand and fight an enemy horde 10,000+ strong at #Saragarhi, this day in 1897
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Article in the London Evening Standard - Tuesday 14 September 1897 about the Battle of #Saraghari
Article in the London Evening Standard - Tuesday 14 September 1897 about the Battle of #Saraghari
#ObituaryOfTheDay
One of my preferred 'alternate' narrations of the Battle of #Saragarhi
Totally worth a read!
MUST READ!
badassoftheweek.com/21sikhs
One of my preferred 'alternate' narrations of the Battle of #Saragarhi
Totally worth a read!
MUST READ!
badassoftheweek.com/21sikhs
#ObituaryOfTheDay
#Saragarhi: The Sikhs used the Martini Rifles and the Pathans used their traditional rifles known as the Jezail during the battle
#Saragarhi: The Sikhs used the Martini Rifles and the Pathans used their traditional rifles known as the Jezail during the battle
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Outnumbered and surrounded
And still the men fought on
With a stubbornness and pride for which,
The Sikhs have long been known
#Saragarhi
Photo: #Saragarhi, after the epic battle
Outnumbered and surrounded
And still the men fought on
With a stubbornness and pride for which,
The Sikhs have long been known
#Saragarhi
Photo: #Saragarhi, after the epic battle
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Ironically, more French kids might be knowing about the battle of #Saragarhi than our kids!
Amazing, we don't tell about it in our schools.
Ironically, more French kids might be knowing about the battle of #Saragarhi than our kids!
Amazing, we don't tell about it in our schools.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Lance Havaldar Sri Chitra Saikia, martyred this day seven years ago in the accursed 'Jannat'
Lance Havaldar Sri Chitra Saikia, martyred this day seven years ago in the accursed 'Jannat'
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Seventh martyrdom anniversary of this one - Guardsman Jagdish Prasad - fell in Handwara, fighting Pak sponsored terrorism
Seventh martyrdom anniversary of this one - Guardsman Jagdish Prasad - fell in Handwara, fighting Pak sponsored terrorism
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Col Manish Chouhan, CO 19 SikhLI.
Died in a road accident near Bikaner this day two years ago
Col Manish Chouhan, CO 19 SikhLI.
Died in a road accident near Bikaner this day two years ago
^^
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Here he is, seen next to Hrithik Roshan in the movie Lakshya, probably some time in 2003
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Here he is, seen next to Hrithik Roshan in the movie Lakshya, probably some time in 2003
^^
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Neeraj and one more jawan of 19 SikhLI, who too died in the same accident when a tyre of their vehicle burst.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Neeraj and one more jawan of 19 SikhLI, who too died in the same accident when a tyre of their vehicle burst.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
L/Nk Ramdhari Attri, 2 JAT/ 34 RR. Martyred this day 22 years ago
L/Nk Ramdhari Attri, 2 JAT/ 34 RR. Martyred this day 22 years ago
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1436923099954302976
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Proud Rajput. Showed his disdain for the 'invincible' Chinese at NathuLa in 1967, choosing to hold his ground instead of retreating.
Gave up his life in the process, but earned a Vir Chakra.
And the Tricolour continues to fly proudly at Nathu La to this day.
Proud Rajput. Showed his disdain for the 'invincible' Chinese at NathuLa in 1967, choosing to hold his ground instead of retreating.
Gave up his life in the process, but earned a Vir Chakra.
And the Tricolour continues to fly proudly at Nathu La to this day.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
In memory of the martyrs of 12th Battalion, The Jat Regiment.
Jat Balwan Jai Bhagwan!
In memory of the martyrs of 12th Battalion, The Jat Regiment.
Jat Balwan Jai Bhagwan!
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Nk Khem Chandra (50RR/20 KUMAON) & Rifleman Meer Owasis Hussain (15 JAKLI)
Sacrificed their lives during flood relief ops, J&K, 2014
Nk Khem Chandra (50RR/20 KUMAON) & Rifleman Meer Owasis Hussain (15 JAKLI)
Sacrificed their lives during flood relief ops, J&K, 2014
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Hav Bachittar Singh, Ashok Chakra (Posth), Second Battalion The Sikh Regiment.
Met a glorious death this day in 1948 during Operation Polo, in the process of liberating Hyderabad.
Hav Bachittar Singh, Ashok Chakra (Posth), Second Battalion The Sikh Regiment.
Met a glorious death this day in 1948 during Operation Polo, in the process of liberating Hyderabad.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Capt Nitin Chavan, 115 Engineer Regiment
This 22 year old from Pune sacrificed himself in Rajauri this day in 1999, in order to ensure the safety and well-being of his men.
Capt Nitin Chavan, 115 Engineer Regiment
This 22 year old from Pune sacrificed himself in Rajauri this day in 1999, in order to ensure the safety and well-being of his men.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj Surendar Mohan Sharma, Vir Chakra (Posth), Eighth Battalion The Jammu & Kashmir Rifles
Born in Murree (now in Pakistan), fell in the 1965 War, not very far from his place of birth, in Chhamb, facing a numerically superior enemy.
Maj Surendar Mohan Sharma, Vir Chakra (Posth), Eighth Battalion The Jammu & Kashmir Rifles
Born in Murree (now in Pakistan), fell in the 1965 War, not very far from his place of birth, in Chhamb, facing a numerically superior enemy.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
This 'Bhulla' of 7 Garhwal Rifles made the supreme sacrifice in Poonch eight yrs ago
This 'Bhulla' of 7 Garhwal Rifles made the supreme sacrifice in Poonch eight yrs ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Naik Debi Bahadur Gurung, Vir Chakra (Posth), 2/1 Gorkha Rifles.
He fell this day in the 1965 War in Rasulpur, Sialkot. Manning 3-inch mortars in face of an enemy attack, he continued to account for enemy with his sten gun after running out of mortar ammo.
Naik Debi Bahadur Gurung, Vir Chakra (Posth), 2/1 Gorkha Rifles.
He fell this day in the 1965 War in Rasulpur, Sialkot. Manning 3-inch mortars in face of an enemy attack, he continued to account for enemy with his sten gun after running out of mortar ammo.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
The men of 5 Maratha LI and 3 Jat that fell in the assault on ZojiLa this day in 1948. Here's their story.
A MUST READ.
Each and every one of them was a Param Vir.
The men of 5 Maratha LI and 3 Jat that fell in the assault on ZojiLa this day in 1948. Here's their story.
A MUST READ.
Each and every one of them was a Param Vir.
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/1305509054245228544
^^
#ObituaryOfTheDay
2Lt Thandi Ram, VrC (P), 3 Jat.
One of the many that fell this day in 1948.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
2Lt Thandi Ram, VrC (P), 3 Jat.
One of the many that fell this day in 1948.
https://twitter.com/FlagsOfHonour/status/1305512837771526144
#ObituaryOfTheDay
11th martyrdom anniversary of this one.
Fell in Bijapur at hands of 'Gandhians with Guns'
11th martyrdom anniversary of this one.
Fell in Bijapur at hands of 'Gandhians with Guns'
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Martyrs of one of the finest fighting outfits of the Indian Army, remembered on an occasion of joy
Martyrs of one of the finest fighting outfits of the Indian Army, remembered on an occasion of joy
#ObituaryOfTheDay
1965 saw coming of age of a 'new' Indian Army, thanks to men like him.
Glory of 1971 was now just a matter of time
1965 saw coming of age of a 'new' Indian Army, thanks to men like him.
Glory of 1971 was now just a matter of time
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Capt AS Jasrotia, Ashok Chakra, Sena Medal (Posth).
Breathed his last 27 yrs ago in Lolab, Kashmir.
(He was grievously injured in an operation this day in 1995. Hung on for another nine days before finally passing away on 24 Sep 95)
Capt AS Jasrotia, Ashok Chakra, Sena Medal (Posth).
Breathed his last 27 yrs ago in Lolab, Kashmir.
(He was grievously injured in an operation this day in 1995. Hung on for another nine days before finally passing away on 24 Sep 95)
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Constable Hilal Ahmed Sheikh, SHQ BSF Srinagar.
Fell fighting Pak sponsored terror in Srinagar, this day in 1998.
Constable Hilal Ahmed Sheikh, SHQ BSF Srinagar.
Fell fighting Pak sponsored terror in Srinagar, this day in 1998.
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Constable Amrit Lal Sharma, 87th Battalion The BSF.
Fell fighting terror in Udhampur, this day in 2001
Constable Amrit Lal Sharma, 87th Battalion The BSF.
Fell fighting terror in Udhampur, this day in 2001
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Naik Aneesh Thomas, 17th Battalion The Madras Regiment.
Martyred last in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan in the Rajauri Sector of the Line of Control.
He hailed from Kollam, Kerala
Naik Aneesh Thomas, 17th Battalion The Madras Regiment.
Martyred last in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan in the Rajauri Sector of the Line of Control.
He hailed from Kollam, Kerala
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Flying Officer Kartik Thakur, IAF.
Drowned while swimming in a pool in Kolkata this day in 2018. An unfortunate loss ..
Flying Officer Kartik Thakur, IAF.
Drowned while swimming in a pool in Kolkata this day in 2018. An unfortunate loss ..
#ObituaryOfTheDay
A tiger fell this day 57 yrs ago.
Long live his memory.
Lt Col AB Tarapore, 17 Poona Horse, Param Vir Chakra (Posth)
A tiger fell this day 57 yrs ago.
Long live his memory.
Lt Col AB Tarapore, 17 Poona Horse, Param Vir Chakra (Posth)
#ObituaryOfTheDay
^^
A beautiful tribute to her gallant Dad by his daughter.
A must read
^^
A beautiful tribute to her gallant Dad by his daughter.
A must read
https://twitter.com/CestMoiz/status/905059729315045376
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Other brothers in arms of Poona Horse that fell in Chawinda / Phillora on the Path of Glory, 57 years ago
Other brothers in arms of Poona Horse that fell in Chawinda / Phillora on the Path of Glory, 57 years ago
#ObituaryOfTheDay
Maj RK Joon, martyred this day 28 years ago, adding an Ashok Chakra to his Shaurya Chakra earned earlier.
A true soldier indeed.
Just look at the portrait of the man - At first glance, who can attribute an Ashok Chakra AND a Shaurya Chakra to him?!
Maj RK Joon, martyred this day 28 years ago, adding an Ashok Chakra to his Shaurya Chakra earned earlier.
A true soldier indeed.
Just look at the portrait of the man - At first glance, who can attribute an Ashok Chakra AND a Shaurya Chakra to him?!
#ObituaryOfTheDay
IC 2884 Lt Col GD Upadhyay, The Rajputana Rifles.
Fifth death anniversary of this veteran today.
God bless his soul
IC 2884 Lt Col GD Upadhyay, The Rajputana Rifles.
Fifth death anniversary of this veteran today.
God bless his soul
https://twitter.com/bdun53/status/908863076048371713
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Today marks five years since the Marshal of the Air Force concluded his journey on this Earth.
Still missed ..
Today marks five years since the Marshal of the Air Force concluded his journey on this Earth.
Still missed ..
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Maj JC Verma, 20 Rajput
57 years since we lost him ..
Maj JC Verma, 20 Rajput
57 years since we lost him ..
https://twitter.com/37VManhas/status/1306050427205513216
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Nk Mahabir Thapa, MVC(P), Third Battalion The First Gorkha Rifles.
This Indian soldier from Nepal fell during UN Peacekeeping Ops in Congo in 1961 when his section was ambushed.
Despite grave injuries, he successfully extracted his men b4 succumbing.
THAT SMILE!
Nk Mahabir Thapa, MVC(P), Third Battalion The First Gorkha Rifles.
This Indian soldier from Nepal fell during UN Peacekeeping Ops in Congo in 1961 when his section was ambushed.
Despite grave injuries, he successfully extracted his men b4 succumbing.
THAT SMILE!
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Lt Col J E "Jerry" Jhirad, CO 8 Garhwal Rifles.
Led his battalion into what became the deepest thrust into enemy territory in the 1965 War, at Butur Dograndi on the Chawinda-Pasrur Road.
Martyred during enemy shelling, leading from the very front.
Lt Col J E "Jerry" Jhirad, CO 8 Garhwal Rifles.
Led his battalion into what became the deepest thrust into enemy territory in the 1965 War, at Butur Dograndi on the Chawinda-Pasrur Road.
Martyred during enemy shelling, leading from the very front.
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Nk Jadhav Sachin Sambhaji, 111 Engr Regt.
Fell in East Ladakh this day two years ago during the Post-Galwan standoff with China.
Nk Jadhav Sachin Sambhaji, 111 Engr Regt.
Fell in East Ladakh this day two years ago during the Post-Galwan standoff with China.
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Lt Baliram Parab, 2 Para (SF).
He was a company commander in Lahore Sector during the 1965 War. Led his men from the front in a fierce attack on a well fortified enemy position. Shot in the leg, he tied a field dressing & continued leading, till he finally fell.
Lt Baliram Parab, 2 Para (SF).
He was a company commander in Lahore Sector during the 1965 War. Led his men from the front in a fierce attack on a well fortified enemy position. Shot in the leg, he tied a field dressing & continued leading, till he finally fell.
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Balwan Jat of 5 RR, martyred fighting unwanted 'guests' from across in the accursed Valley
Balwan Jat of 5 RR, martyred fighting unwanted 'guests' from across in the accursed Valley
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Completed his journey on this Earth 57 years ago, in the line of duty in Lahore Sector, meeting a warrior's end in the process.
Completed his journey on this Earth 57 years ago, in the line of duty in Lahore Sector, meeting a warrior's end in the process.
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Balwan Jat of Saurabh Kalia's battalion.
Laid down his life in Kargil, this day 23 years ago
Balwan Jat of Saurabh Kalia's battalion.
Laid down his life in Kargil, this day 23 years ago
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Lance Naik Mukhtar Ahmad Malik, 162 TA (JAK LI).
He was on leave at his home in Kulgam to perform the last rites of his 18 yr old son who had died two days ago, when he was killed by terrorists, this day in 2018.
This enemy does NOT deserve any sympathy.
Period.
Lance Naik Mukhtar Ahmad Malik, 162 TA (JAK LI).
He was on leave at his home in Kulgam to perform the last rites of his 18 yr old son who had died two days ago, when he was killed by terrorists, this day in 2018.
This enemy does NOT deserve any sympathy.
Period.
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