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India Gazette
15-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
J-K: BSF DG Daljit Singh Chawdhury pays tribute to BSF personnel Md Imteyaz, Deepak Chingakham killed in Pakistan shelling
ANI 15 May 2025, 15:45 GMT+10 Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 15 (ANI): Border Security Forces (BSF) Director General Daljit Singh Chawdhury laid a wreath at the Amar Prahari memorial Paloura Camp in Jammu on Thursday as homage to BSF Sub Inspector Mohammed Imteyaz and BSF Constable Deepak Chingakham. Imteyaz and Chingakham laid their lives in the line of duty due to cross-border shelling from Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. BSF Sub Inspector Imteyaz hailed from Narayanpur village of Garkha Police station area of the Saran district of Bihar and was killed during the firing that took place in RS Pura sector of Jammu. The last rites of Imteyaz were performed with full honours in his native village of Narayanpur in Saran district on May 12. Meanwhile, BSF Constable Deepak Chingakham (23) who hailed from Manipur and had lost his life during the firing in RS Pura sector. The Last rites of Chingakham were performed in Imphal with state honours on Tuesday. Family members and friends of BSF Constable Chingakham paid their last respects to the jawan on that day. India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 as a decisive military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people were killed. Indian Armed Forces targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, leading to the death of over 100 terrorists affiliated with terror outfits like the Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba and Hizbul Mujahideen. After the attack, Pakistan retaliated with cross-border shelling across the Line of Control and Jammu and Kashmir as well as attempted drone attacks along the border regions, following which India launched a coordinated attack and damaged radar infrastructure, communication centres and airfields across 11 airbases in Pakistan. After this, on May 10, an understanding of the cessation of hostilities between India and Pakistan was announced. (ANI)
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
BSF martyr Deepak Chingakham's last rites held in Imphal
Guwahati : The last rites of BSF braveheart Deepak Chingakham , who was killed in cross-border firing by Pakistan in R.S. Pura sector of Jammu was performed in Yairipok Yambem Mathak Leikai in Imphal East district on Tuesday. Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, senior security and civil officials and other dignitaries on Tuesday laid wreaths and paid homage to BSF braveheart Deepak Chingakham. As a mark of solemn tribute, the Governor laid a wreath during the ceremonial homage, honouring the courage and sacrifice of the martyr. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Máy trợ thính năm 2025 tại Việt Nam Visionery Echo Tìm Ngay Undo A Raj Bhavan official said that the ceremony reflected the state's collective grief and deep gratitude for Constable Chingakham's service to the nation. Senior officials from the Border Security Force (BSF), Manipur Police, Army, Assam Rifles, state administration and family members were also present to honour the brave soldier, whose dedication and service to the nation will be remembered with pride. The mortal remains of Constable (General Duty) Deepak Chimngakham (25) of the 7th Battalion, Border Security Force (BSF), on Tuesday afternoon, were brought to Bir Tikendrajit International Airport, Imphal. Live Events A solemn tribute ceremony was held at the airport, where the Governor and other dignitaries paid their last respect with full honours. After the wreath laying ceremony at Imphal Airport, the mortal remains of the Martyr were taken to his hometown in Yairipok Yambem Mathak Leikai in Imphal East district, where the last rites of the braveheart were performed with full force of honour. A Raj Bhavan statement said that during the recent India-Pakistan border conflict , Constable (General Duty) Deepak Chimngakham (25) of the 7th Battalion, BSF, laid down his life following a drone attack launched from Pakistan at the Kharkhola Border Outpost (BOP). On May 10, Constable Chingakham was seriously injured during cross-border firing by Pakistan along the international boundary, and on May 11, he succumbed to his injuries. The Manipur government on Monday announced Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for the family of the martyred BSF jawan Chingakham. Former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh earlier deeply condoled the death of the BSF constable. On Tuesday, Singh visited the home of BSF Constable Chingakham at Yairipok. BJP's lone Rajya Sabha member from Manipur, Maharaja Sanajaoba Leishemba, BJP leader K. Sharat Kumar, state Congress President Keisham Meghachandra Singh, Congress Lok Sabha member Angomcha Bimol Akoijam and many political leaders paid their emotional tribute to the fallen hero. Chingakham Bonibihari Singh, father of the fallen constable, said he is proud of his son's sacrifice. A senior BSF officer said that Chingakham was a brave soldier of the border guarding force. 'We are proud that he held his responsibility as a soldier. The entire BSF stands by his family,' the official said and indicated that his brother can be recruited in the BSF. Chingakham joined the BSF in April 2021.
Indian Express
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
‘Hero of the nation': Manipur Governor, leaders, officers pay tribute to BSF constable
The body of BSF constable Deepak Chingakham, who succumbed to injuries sustained during cross-border firing in Jammu and Kashmir, reached the Bir Tikendrajit International Airport, Imphal, on Tuesday. Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla led the wreath-laying ceremony at the airport. Former MoS for External Affairs RK Ranjan, Rajya Sabha MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, DGP, Manipur, Rajiv Singh, state BJP president A Sharda Devi and other high-ranking officers from the state and BSF were present, along with the constable's family members, at the wreath-laying ceremony. Chingakham's father Chingakham Bombihari said, 'I am proud of my son's supreme sacrifice while fighting for the protection of the country.' Governor Bhalla posted on his official X account, 'A son of Manipur, a hero of the nation. Constable Deepak Chingakham of the 7th Battalion, BSF, laid down his life in the line of duty during a drone attack from across the border at Kharkhola BOP on May 10, 2025.' The Manipur government on Tuesday announced an ex gratia of Rs 10 lakh for Chingakham's family under the Major Laishram Jyotin Singh Ashok Chakra (P) Scheme. BJP leader and former chief minister N Biren Singh visited the residence of Chingakham (25) at Yairipok Yambem in Imphal East district in the morning. In a social media post, Singh said, 'His quiet courage and deep sense of service will always be remembered with respect. The love and pride his family holds for him are deeply moving.' Constable Chingakham was cremated at his birthplace in Yairipok Yambem Mathak Leikai, Imphal East. His uncle Bihari Chingakham told The Indian Express, 'Although we have lost a son, our family is proud of Deepak's valour. He died defending his motherland. There is no sacrifice bigger than this for the country.' The 27-year-old BSF man was the elder of the two sons of Bombihari and Ibemhal (mother). His younger brother is still in college. His father, a small-time farmer, was the sole breadwinner of the family till 2021 when Chingakham joined the BSF and eased his family's financial burden. 'Deepak always wanted to join the security forces. He had taken part in many recruitment rallies held in the state and the break came in 2021 when he was enlisted to join the BSF,' said Bihari. He said the family was planning to convince him to get married after building a proper house upon his return on his next leave. He last visited his family in March on a one-month leave. 'Since the conflict broke out, he constantly called us and assured us that he was safe and there was nothing to worry about. One night, he called me and his father in the middle of the fight. I could hear lots of gunshots,' said Bihari. On May 10, the family was informed that Chingakham had been taken to the hospital after sustaining injuries. His uncle said, 'We were told that Deepak's injuries were not fatal. However, on May 12 evening, we received the heartbreaking news.' Chingakham's mother collapsed after hearing the news, said the family.
India Today
13-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Border force jawan martyred in Pak shelling in Jammu cremated with state honours
Constable Deepak Chingakham of the Border Security Force (BSF), who made the supreme sacrifice during the India-Pakistan conflict, was cremated with full state honours in Imphal on Tuesday. Manipur Governor Ajay Bhalla, who was present at the wreath-laying ceremony held at Bir Tikendrajit International Airport, paid homage to the 25-year-old martyr, who served in the 7th Battalion of the Bhalla laid a wreath as a mark of respect and praised the courage and supreme sacrifice made by the young soldier, who was martyred during a drone attack launched by Pakistan in the RS Pura sector of Jammu amid military tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 civilian political leaders, including Lok Sabha MP Bimol Akoijam, Rajya Sabha MP Sanajaoba Leishemba, and Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president K Meghachandra, were present at the ceremony. They joined senior officials from the BSF, Manipur Police, the Army, Assam Rifles, State Administration, and family members in paying their last respects to Constable Chingakham. In recognition of his bravery and sacrifice, the Manipur government also announced an ex-gratia of Rs 10 lakh for his family under the Major Laishram Jyotin Singh Ashok Chakra (P) Scheme. The announcement was made via the official X handle of Raj Bhavan, Manipur, shortly before the arrival of his body to his home town in to the media, Constable Chingakham's father, Chingakham Bonbihari, said, "I feel proud of my son for his supreme sacrifice while fighting for the protection of the country".advertisementFormer Chief Minister N Biren Singh also visited the constable's residence to console the grieving a heartfelt message on social media, Singh said, "His quiet courage and deep sense of service will always be remembered with respect. The love and pride his family holds for him are deeply moving".Manipur Congress president K Meghachandra also saluted the constable's sacrifice, stating, "His martyrdom in the service of the nation during Operation Sindoor in cross-border firing along the International Boundary will be inked in the history of our fight against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism".Following the wreath-laying ceremony at the airport, Constable Chingakham was cremated with military honours at his birthplace, bringing an emotional end to the hero's final journey. There, a gun salute was accorded to the martyr by BSF Reel
Hindustan Times
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Manipur BSF Jawan killed in Pakistan drone attack laid to rest with full honours
IMPHAL: The last respects to Border Security Force (BSF) constable Deepak Chingakham, who was severely injured in a Pakistani drone attack in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday and succumbed to his injuries on Sunday, were conducted at Bir Tikendrajit International Airport, Imphal, on Tuesday. His cremation was later performed at his birthplace in Yairipok Yambem Mathak Leikai, Imphal East, Manipur. The mortal remains of constable Chingakham arrived at Imphal airport at around 1.45pm, followed by a solemn wreath-laying ceremony on the airport premises. During the ceremony, Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, former minister of state for external affairs, RK Ranjan, Rajya Sabha MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, director general of police (DGP) Rajiv Singh, state Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president A. Sharda Devi, and high-ranking officers from the state and BSF were present, along with Chingakham's family members. Speaking to the media at Imphal airport, the father of the deceased, Chingakham Bonbihari, said, 'I feel proud of my son for his supreme sacrifice while fighting for the protection of the country.' Governor Bhalla stated on his official X account, 'A son of Manipur, a hero of the nation. Constable Deepak Chingakham of the 7th Battalion, BSF, laid down his life in the line of duty during a drone attack from across the border at Kharkhola BOP on May 10, 2025.' The Manipur government on Tuesday announced an ex-gratia of ₹10 lakh for the family of the deceased jawan under the Major Laishram Jyotin Singh Ashok Chakra (P) Scheme. The announcement was made through the official X account of Raj Bhavan, Manipur, before the arrival of the body at Bir Tikendrajit International Airport. The India-Pakistan military conflict erupted following a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, in which five terrorists killed 26 civilians, including a Nepali national. Former chief minister N. Biren Singh also expressed his condolences via a post on Facebook. 'Visited the home of BSF Constable Deepak Chingakham at Yairipok, who laid down his life in the line of duty during cross-border shelling while bravely defending our nation against hostile fire from Pakistan. His quiet courage and deep sense of service will always be remembered with respect. The love and pride his family hold for him is deeply moving. May his soul rest in peace, and may the family find strength in this difficult time,' he said. Speaker of the Manipur Legislative Assembly, Th. Satyabrata Singh, also mourned the loss. 'A true hero who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty at the Kharkhola border outpost on May 10, 2025. He was martyred in a drone attack from Pakistan,' he said in his condolence message.
