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3 days ago
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Army's Tiger Division celebrates 100th birthday of Lt Col Jamwal (retd)
He said the General Officer Commanding, Tiger Division, along with the Commander, Chenab Brigade, Jammu Kashmir Ex-Services League (JKESL) President Lt Gen Rakesh Sharma (retd) and other senior veterans visited the veteran's residence in the posh Gandhi Nagar area of the city to convey greetings and felicitate him on this 'historic milestone'. The Tiger Division honoured Lt Col Jamwal (retd) by organising a solemn and dignified ceremony here on the occasion to recognise his exemplary service and contribution to the nation, a Defence spokesman said. Jammu, Aug 13 (PTI) The Army's Tiger Division on Wednesday celebrated the 100th birthday of Lt Colonel Sharak Dev Singh Jamwal (retd), who was commissioned into the 7th Light Cavalry in 1946 during the final stages of the Second World War. Lt Col Jamwal, born on this day in 1926 in Jammu, was commissioned into the 7th Light Cavalry in 1946 during the final stages of the Second World War, the spokesman said, adding his distinguished military career included active participation in the Burma Campaign, the 1947-48 Indo-Pak War, the Liberation of Goa in 1961 and the Sino-Indian War of 1962. During 1947-48, the spokesman said he, as the Squadron Commander of C Sqn, 7 Cavalry, inducted tanks across the inhospitable high altitude Zojila Pass, leading to the recapture of Zojila and relief of besieged Ladakh. This year also marks the glorious 60 years of the victory of the Indian Armed Forces in the 1965 war, he said. During the visit, the officers conveyed the Army's deep appreciation for Lt Col Jamwal's unwavering commitment to the nation and his embodiment of the timeless values of honour, duty, selfless service and camaraderie, the spokesman said. He said the celebrations included a ceremonial cake cutting, symbolising the enduring bond between serving soldiers and veterans. The occasion also served as a reminder of the Indian Army's steadfast tradition of honouring its veterans, whose sacrifices and leadership form the bedrock of the nation's security and inspire future generations of soldiers, the spokesman said. PTI TAS TAS KSS KSS This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
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3 days ago
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At 100, Lt Col Sharak Dev Honoured By Indian Army: All About The Zojila Pass Recapture Hero
Last Updated: Marking the ceremony, senior veterans visited Lt Col Jamwal's residence to extend greetings and felicitate him on the milestone. The Indian Army's Tiger Division on Wednesday paid rich tributes to Lieutenant Colonel (Lt Col) Sharak Dev Singh Jamwal (Retired) on his 100th birthday, celebrating his decades of distinguished service to the nation. Marking the ceremony, the General Officer Commanding of Tiger Division, the Commander of Chenab Brigade, Lt Gen Rakesh Sharma (Retd), President of JKESL, and other senior veterans visited Lt Col Jamwal's residence to extend greetings and felicitate him on the milestone. This year also marks 60 years since the Indian Armed Forces' victory in the 1965 war, a milestone that resonated during the centenary celebrations. The event featured a ceremonial cake cutting, underscoring the Indian Army's tradition of honouring its veterans and reinforcing the enduring bond between serving personnel and retired officers. All About Lt Col Jamwal Born on August 13, 1926, in Jammu, Lt Col Jamwal was commissioned into the 7th Light Cavalry in 1946 during the final phase of the Second World War. His career spanned multiple major operations, including the Burma Campaign, the 1947–48 Indo-Pak War, the Liberation of Goa in 1961, and the Sino-Indian War of 1962. As Squadron Commander of C Squadron, 7 Cavalry, during the 1947–48 conflict, he led the induction of tanks across the treacherous Zojila Pass. He is often credited with the daring manoeuvre that enabled the recapture of Zojila and the relief of besieged Ladakh. Army officials lauded Lt Col Jamwal's life of service, describing him as an embodiment of honour, duty, selflessness, and camaraderie — values that continue to inspire future generations of soldiers. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
