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India Gazette
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Himachal: CM Sukhu honours soldiers and their families at 'Jai Hind Sabha'
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 30 (ANI): To honour the gallantry of Indian soldiers, veterans, and the families of fallen soldiers, a 'Jai Hind Sabha' function was organised here at Shimla on Friday during which Chief Minister, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu presented a cheque of Rs 30 lakh to the kin of Subedar Major Pawan who made 'supreme sacrifice' during 'Operation Sindoor'. The cheque was received by Subedar Major's father, Garaj Singh, and son Abhishek. At the same time, Rs 15 lakh was given to Jamila, wife of Naik Dilbar Khan, a Kirti Chakra recipient, and Rs 10 lakh to Bharat Lakshmi, wife of Havildar Rohit Kumar. In addition, the Chief Minister honoured several former soldiers and the families of those who sacrificed their lives in service to the nation. Several senior Congress leaders attended the event at Peterhoff Grounds in Shimla. Addressing the 'Jai Hind Sabha', Sukhu paid heartfelt tributes to the brave soldiers of Himachal Pradesh and the Nation and said, 'Today is a day to salute the sacrifices of our brave soldiers who have laid down their lives for the country.' Sharing a recent experience, the Chief Minister mentioned his visit to Sharchi village in the Tirthan Valley, where he stayed at the home of former soldier Subedar Major Anoop Ram. The Chief Minster stated that Anoop Kumar discussed with him about the 1971 India-Pakistan war and he recalled how the address of the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi instilled patriotic zeal and boosted the morale of the Indian Army. The outcome of that war was historic and India split Pakistan into two, and Shimla later became the witness to the landmark Simla Agreement, he said. Sukhu said that the valour of the soldiers of Himachal Pradesh was unmatched. 'Our soldiers never hesitated to sacrifice their lives for the Nation. Himachali soldiers have the honour of being decorated with Four Param Vir Chakra, which is a testament to the state's legacy of courage and sacrifice,' he added. Congress held 'Jai Hind Sabhas' from May 20 to May 30 across India to salute the Armed Forces. Earlier, Pratibha Singh, President of the Himachal Pradesh Congress, explained the event's national objective and refuted any political motivation behind the programme. Singh clarified that this event would be purely to honour our armed forces. 'We have made no political statements. This is purely about honouring the brave hearts, be it from the Army, Indian Navel force or Air Force who have risked their lives to protect India. We salute them.' Singh said. 'Jai Hind Sabha is about nation, not politics,' she added further. (ANI)
New Indian Express
25-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Major Rama Gopal Naidu becomes first from Andhra to receive Kirti Chakra for eliminating five terrorists
SRIKAKULAM: Major Malla Rama Gopal Naidu, a brave soldier from the Telugu States, has made history by becoming the first person from the telugu States to receive the prestigious Kirti Chakra, the second-highest peacetime gallantry honour. The award recognises Naidu's exceptional courage and bravery in the face of extreme danger. While serving with the Rashtriya Rifles in Jammu and Kashmir, Naidu led a patrolling team along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara district. Upon receiving reliable information that five terrorists had intruded into Indian territory, Naidu alerted his team and attempted to apprehend the terrorists. However, the terrorists tried to threaten the jawans, prompting Naidu to swiftly eliminate one terrorist. The remaining terrorists opened rapid fire at the army team, but Naidu continued to engage them, eliminating three more terrorists. Another terrorist, hiding in a cave, opened fire and threw a grenade at the team. Naidu escaped the attack and completed the operation by killing the fifth terrorist. Naidu's heroic actions and selfless dedication to duty have earned him the second-highest recognition, inspiring pride and admiration for the Telugu states. His story serves as a testament to the bravery. The Government of India recognised Naidu's courage, dedication, and intelligence in eliminating the terrorists while protecting his team without any loss of life. Naidu received the award from President Droupadi Murmu at the Gallantry Awards presentation event in New Delhi. Rama Gopal Naidu is one of the four army personnel honoured with the Kirti Chakra award. Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu lauded Major Rama Gopal Naidu's courageous act and met him and his family members at Amaravati.
India Today
24-05-2025
- India Today
Kirti Chakra for Naik Dilwar Khan: Martyred fighting terror in Kupwara
Naik Dilwar Khan launched a fearless close-range attack on a terrorist in Kupwara's Lolab Valley. Despite being critically injured, he kept fighting till his last breath. He is now posthumously honoured with the Kirti Chakra. #KirtiChakra #DilwarKhan #Kupwara #LolabValley #IndianArmy #TerrorEncounter #Martyr #GallantryAward
New Indian Express
24-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Srikakulam armyman receives Kirti Chakra Award for exceptional courage
SRIKAKULAM: Major Malla Rama Gopal Naidu of the Indian Army (Rashtriya Rifles) has been honoured with the Kirti Chakra Award, India's second-highest peacetime gallantry award, for eliminating four terrorists and saving the lives of army personnel at the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir on October 26, 2023. Recognising his courage and bravery in neutralising terrorists and saving army personnel, the Government of India conferred the Kirti Chakra Award on Rama Gopal Naidu, which he received from the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, on May 22 in New Delhi. Naidu hails from Nagaripenta village in Santhabommali mandal of Srikakulam district. His father, Appala Naidu, is a farmer. Naidu is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA), Pune and also graduated from the Indian Military Academy at Dehradun with a gold medal. He joined the Indian Army as a Lieutenant and was promoted to Major. Naidu is one of the four Kirti Chakra awardees and is the lone survivor. He is the first person from both Telugu-speaking states to receive the honour from the Indian Army. Union Minister for Civil Aviation, K Rammohan Naidu, congratulated the army major in New Delhi on Friday for his achievement and called his bravery a symbol of Telugu pride displayed at the LoC. Minister for Agriculture, K Atchannaidu, also expressed joy over the achievement of Ram Gopal Naidu and lauded his courage and intelligence.
NDTV
23-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
In Pics: President Murmu Confers 6 Kirti Chakras, 33 Shaurya Chakras
President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday conferred six Kirti Chakras, including four posthumously, to personnel of the Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police for displaying indomitable courage and extraordinary valour in the line of duty. Kirti Chakra is India's second-highest peacetime gallantry award. Col Manpreet Singh of the Sikh Light Infantry, two other army personnel from the Rashtriya Rifles and a Jammu and Kashmir Police officer have been conferred the Kirti Chakra posthumously, according to the list of awardees. President Murmu, who is the Supreme Commander of the armed forces, also presented 33 Shaurya Chakras, including seven posthumously, to the personnel of the armed forces, Central Armed Police Forces and state/Union Territory police.
