What is Charlie Company which created history in 1962 war? Major Shaitan Singh being discussed after 65 years due to…
What is Charlie Company which created history in 1962 war? Major Shaitan Singh being discussed after 65 years due to…
The story of that cold night of 18 November 1962 when the brave sons of Charlie Company reminded the enemies of India's strength on the snowy peaks of Rejang La in Ladakh.
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What is Charlie Company which created history in 1962 war?Major Shaitan Singh being discussed after 65 years due to...
The story of a cold night of November 18, 1962 is being discussed a lot so that today's India knows what had happened that day. India has a difficult neighbour, China. It also fought a war with it in 1962. This war was a result of a border dispute, particularly in the Aksai Chin region and along the McMahon Line. The conflict lasted from October 20th to November 21st, 1962, ending with a Chinese ceasefire and withdrawal.
What happened on November 18, 1962?
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On 18 November 1962, on the snowy peaks of Rejang La in Ladakh, Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, along with his 120 brave soldiers, fought a battle for the honor and pride of the country against the Chinese. Charlie Company of the 13 Kumaon Regiment created history by standing firm in front of 3,000 Chinese soldiers. Farhan Akhtar's film 120 Bahadur will be released on November 21 2025. Through this film, India will know the story of Major Shaitan's immortal sacrifice.
Who was Major Shaitan Singh?
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Major Shaitan Singh, born in Jodhpur, Rajasthan in 1924, was the true hero of Charlie Company. When the Chinese army attacked, he kept his soldiers united. Despite being injured many times, he kept moving from bunker to bunker and inspiring the soldiers. Fighting till his last breath, he protected the motherland. For his indomitable courage, he was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra.
Why is Major Shaitan Singh in the news in 2025?
Farhan Akhtar's 120 Bahadur is making a film on this immortal story of Major Shaitan and Charlie Company. This saga of Charlie Company and Major Shaitan Singh is not just a story of a war, but the spirit of sacrificing one's life for the country. 120 Bahadur will remind every Indian of their sacrifice.
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