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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Hindustan Times
Know the 16 BSF bravehearts getting gallantry medals for Operation Sindoor
Border Security Force (BSF) sub-inspector Vyas Dev and constable Suddi Rabha's names have featured in the 16 personnel list from the paramilitary force, who have been awarded the Medal for Gallantry (GM) on the 79th Independence Day for showing their exceptional bravery and unmatched valour exhibited by them in Operation Sindoor. The 16 personnel list, being awarded the Medal for Gallantry (GM) on the 79th Independence Day for showing their exceptional bravery and unmatched valour exhibited by them in Operation Sindoor, is out(Facebook BSF) In addition, five personnel will receive the President's Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM), while 46 Medals for Meritorious Service (MSM) will also be awarded to BSF officers and personnel. Sub-inspector Vyas Dev and constable Suddi Rabha's valour during Operation Sindoor During Operation Sindoor, BSF sub-inspector Vyas Dev and constable Suddi Rabha were deployed in the forward posts of 7th BN BSF on the International border in the Jammu area, and they were detailed for replenishment of ammunition to forward troops. As they were performing this risk-prone mission, an enemy 82 mortar shell suddenly exploded near them, causing grievous multiple splinter injuries to both. Also read: Indian military heroes honoured on Independence Day eve | List of awardees Despite the devastating nature of his injuries, which had caused him to suffer life-threatening injuries, SI Vyas Dev remained conscious, stabilised himself, bravely engaged in his given task, motivated his fellow soldiers and exhibited tremendous courage. He later underwent traumatic amputation of his left leg at the military Hospital, Jammu. Constable Suddi Rabha, equally resolute and courageous, stood shoulder to shoulder with his commander, SI Vyas Dev, during the critical ammunition replenishment operation. He sustained severe blast trauma, including deep lacerations in the perineal region, injuries to the thighs, the left leg, and the right ankle. Despite the immense pain and life-threatening wounds, constable Suddi Rabha refused to yield and completed the mission. The other 14 bravehearts of Operation Sindoor who got the gallantry medal 14 other security personnel have been awarded the gallantry medals for their exceptional courage during Operation Sindoor. Assistant commandant Abhishek Srivastav, along with head constable Brij Mohan Singh, constables Bhpendra Bajpai, Rajan Kumar, Basavaraja Shivappa Sunkada and constable Depeswar Barman have been awarded the medals for their actions on May 7-8 and May 10 under the able command of SI Mohammad Imtiyaz. For exhibiting exceptional courage and operational brilliance under intense pressure during Operation Sindoor, deputy commandant Ravindra Rathore and his team, who successfully implemented an operation on the International Border for the safety of a BSF jawan whose life was in peril, have also been awarded the gallantry medal. In response to Pakistan's retaliation following Operation Sindoor, ASI Udai Vir Singh of 120 BSF's 120 battalion displayed exemplary courage during a heavy assault on BOP Jabowal, Jammu Sector, on May 10. On the night of May 9-10, Pakistani troops launched a coordinated assault on BOPs Karotana Khurd, Karotana Forward, and Suchetgarh of 165 Bn BSF. These posts came under intense 82 mm mortar and machine gun fire from Pakistani positions- Jamshed Malane and Kasira. BSF troops retaliated with precision fire. ASI Rajappa B T and Constable Manohar Xalxo showed exemplary courage in an ammunition replenishment mission to BOP Karotana Khurd on the morning of May 10. Assistant commandant Alok Negi of the 53 Bn BSF, along with constables Kandarpa Chowdhury and Waghmare Bhawan Deora, displayed exceptional courage during intense enemy fire at FDL Mukhyari from May 7 to 10.
NDTV
a day ago
- Politics
- NDTV
16 Border Security Force Personnel Get Gallantry Medals For Operation Sindoor
New Delhi: Sixteen Border Security Force (BSF) personnel have been awarded gallantry medals for displaying "conspicuous bravery" and "unmatched valour" during Operation Sindoor against Pakistan. The medals for gallantry (GM) for these troops, some of whom destroyed enemy surveillance cameras while others neutralised drone attacks, were announced by the Union government on the eve of the 79th Independence Day. The paramilitary force is tasked with guarding the 2,290-km-long India-Pakistan International Border (IB), apart from the Line of Control (LoC), under the Army's operational control along the western flank of the country. "This Independence Day, 16 Brave Seema Praharis (border guards) are being awarded Gallantry Medals for their conspicuous bravery & unmatched valour, for being resolute & steadfast during the Ops Sindoor. "The medals are a testament to the Nation's faith & trust reposed in India's First Line of Defence: The Border Security Force," the BSF said in a social media post. Under Operation Sindoor undertaken by the three defence forces along with the BSF on the border, India targeted terrorist and military facilities in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir from May 7 to 10 in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed. Two BSF personnel were killed in action, while seven were injured during the operation. Sub-Inspector Vyas Dev, who lost his left leg after a Pakistani mortar shell fell at his border post, has been awarded, along with Constable Suddi Rabha, for undertaking a "risk-prone" mission to replenish ammunition to forward deployed troops during the operation. Dev's citation said he "suffered life-threatening injuries, but he remained conscious, stabilised himself and bravely engaged in his given task, motivated his fellow soldiers and exhibited tremendous courage". Rabha stood "shoulder-to-shoulder" with his commander (Dev) and refused to yield despite suffering grievous injuries. Another unit commanded by under-probation Assistant Commandant Abhishek Srivastav was deployed at the highly sensitive border post at Kharkola in Jammu, only 200 metres from the IB. On May 10, Srivastav along with his troops -- Head Constable Brij Mohan Singh and Constables Depeswar Barman, Bhupendra Bajpai, Rajan Kumar and Basavaraja Shivappa Sunkada -- engaged a swarm of Pakistani drones and neutralised them, but one UAV dropped a mortar shell in their bunker. Sub-Inspector Mohammed Imteyaj and Constable Deepak Chingakham were killed in this action. They are expected to be decorated with military medals for bravery posthumously. Another unit under Deputy Commandant Ravindra Rathore, Inspector Devi Lal, Head Constable Sahib Singh and Constable Kanwaraj Singh displayed "exceptional courage" and "operational brilliance" under intense pressure and saved the life of a fellow jawan "whose life was in peril". Assistant Sub-Inspector Udai Vir Singh was deployed at the Jabowal border post in Jammu and he destroyed a Pakistani surveillance camera amid "intense" enemy fire at his location. Despite suffering a life-threatening sharpnel wound to his upper lip, Singh refused evacuation and went on to destroy a Pakistani "heavy machine gun nest (post)", his citation stated. "His actions ensured uninterrupted domination from the Indian side and inspired fellow troops," it said. ASI Rajappa BT and Constable Manohar Xalxo undertook a "high risk" mission at border post Karotana Khurd in Jammu on May 10 when the said post reported "critical shortage" of automatic grenade launcher ammunition. While replenishing the ammunition, a mortar shell fell on the magazine and the two suffered grievous injuries, but they ensured completion of their task. Assistant Commandant Alok Negi, along with two of his troops, executed "relentless and accurate" mortar fire on enemy positions for 48 hours and their "fearless" conduct ensured zero casualties and maintained operational dominance, according to the citation. The government also announced gallantry medals for other police and central armed police forces personnel, who undertook other operations. This includes 128 for Jammu and Kashmir Police, 20 for the CRPF and 14 for Chhattisgarh Police.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
16 BSF personnel awarded gallantry medals for Operation Sindoor
Sixteen Border Security Force (BSF) personnel have been awarded gallantry medals for displaying 'conspicuous bravery' and 'unmatched valour' during Operation Sindoor against Pakistan. The medals for gallantry (GM) for these troops, some of whom destroyed enemy surveillance cameras while others neutralised drone attacks, were announced by the Union government on the eve of the 79th Independence Day. 'The medals are a testament to the Nation's faith & trust reposed in India's First Line of Defence: The Border Security Force,' the BSF said in a social media post. Under Operation Sindoor undertaken by the three defence forces along with the BSF on the border, India targeted terrorist and military facilities in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir from May 7 to 10 in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed. Two BSF personnel were killed in action while seven were injured during the operation. Sub-Inspector Vyas Dev, who lost his left leg after a Pakistani mortar shell fell at his border post, has been awarded, along with Constable Suddi Rabha, for undertaking a 'risk-prone' mission to replenish ammunition to forward deployed troops during the operation. Dev's citation said he 'suffered life-threatening injuries, but he remained conscious, stabilised himself and bravely engaged in his given task, motivated his fellow soldiers and exhibited tremendous courage'. Rabha stood 'shoulder-to-shoulder' with his commander (Dev) and refused to yield despite suffering grievous injuries. Another unit commanded by under-probation Assistant Commandant Abhishek Srivastav was deployed at the highly sensitive border post at Kharkola in Jammu, only 200 metres from the IB. On May 10, Srivastav along with his troops — Head Constable Brij Mohan Singh and Constables Depeswar Barman, Bhupendra Bajpai, Rajan Kumar and Basavaraja Shivappa Sunkada — engaged a swarm of Pakistani drones and neutralised them, but one UAV dropped a mortar shell in their bunker. Sub-Inspector Mohammed Imteyaj and Constable Deepak Chingakham were killed in this action. They are expected to be decorated with military medals for bravery posthumously. Another unit under Deputy Commandant Ravindra Rathore, Inspector Devi Lal, Head Constable Sahib Singh and Constable Kanwaraj Singh displayed 'exceptional courage' and 'operational brilliance' under intense pressure and saved the life of a fellow jawan 'whose life was in peril'. Assistant Sub-Inspector Udai Vir Singh was deployed at the Jabowal border post in Jammu and he destroyed a Pakistani surveillance camera amid 'intense' enemy fire at his location. Despite suffering a life-threatening sharpnel wound to his upper lip, Singh refused evacuation and went on to destroy a Pakistani 'heavy machine gun nest (post)', his citation stated. 'His actions ensured uninterrupted domination from the Indian side and inspired fellow troops,' it said. ASI Rajappa BT and Constable Manohar Xalxo undertook a 'high risk' mission at border post Karotana Khurd in Jammu on May 10 when the said post reported 'critical shortage' of automatic grenade launcher ammunition. While replenishing the ammunition, a mortar shell fell on the magazine and the two suffered grievous injuries, but they ensured completion of their task. Assistant Commandant Alok Negi, along with two of his troops, executed 'relentless and accurate' mortar fire on enemy positions for 48 hours and their 'fearless' conduct ensured zero casualties and maintained operational dominance, according to the citation. The government also announced gallantry medals for other police and central armed police forces personnel, who undertook other operations. This includes 128 for Jammu and Kashmir Police, 20 for the CRPF and 14 for Chhattisgarh Police.
Mint
a day ago
- Politics
- Mint
Independence Day: 1,090 police medals announced; 16 BSF soldiers honoured for gallantry in Operation Sindoor
Independence Day: On the eve of the 79th Independence Day, the Centre has announced service medals for 1,090 police personnel of several central and state forces. 233 personnel have been awarded the Medal for Gallantry (GM), 99 personnel awarded President's Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) and 758 have been decorated with the Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM), said a statement by the Union Home Ministry on Thursday. The ministry said the awards include medals for fire, home guard and civil defence, and correctional services personnel. Among the gallantry medals, the maximum 152 have been awarded to personnel undertaking operations in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), followed by 54 for troops deployed in anti-Naxal operations, 3 for duties in the North-East and 24 from other regions. The statement also said that four fire service personnel and one home guard and civil defence official have also been named for the gallantry medal. The gallantry medal is awarded on the grounds of a rare, conspicuous act of bravery, in saving life and property or in preventing crime or in arresting criminals, while the President's Medal for Distinguished Service is awarded for a special distinguished record in service and the Medal for Meritorious Service for valuable service characterised by resource and devotion to duty. Border Security Force's (BSF) Sub-Inspector Vyas Dev and Constable Suddi Rabha are among the 16 personnel who have been awarded the Medal for Gallantry for their exceptional bravery and unmatched valour during Operation Sindoor. During the operation, Sub-Inspector Vyas Dev and Constable Suddi Rabha were deployed in the forward posts of 7th BN BSF on the International Border in the Jammu area, and they were detailed for replenishment of ammunition to forward troops. As they were performing this risk-prone mission, an enemy 82 mortar shell suddenly exploded near them, causing grievous multiple splinter injuries to both. Despite the devastating nature of their injuries, Dev and Rabha had suffered life-threatening injuries, and they bravely engaged in the given task.
News18
2 days ago
- News18
'Resolute, Steadfast': 16 BSF Jawans Awarded Gallantry Medals For Exceptional Bravery In Op Sindoor
Last Updated: Despite sustaining life-threatening wounds, these jawans remained conscious, continued their mission, and motivated fellow soldiers. On the occasion of the Independence Day, this year, 16 Brave BSF jawans have been honoured with the prestigious Medal for Gallantry for their 'conspicuous bravery & unmatched valour" during the high-risk Operation Sindoor. In a statement, the BSF said, 'This Independence Day, 16 Brave Seema Praharis are being awarded Gallantry Medals for their conspicuous bravery and unmatched valour, for being resolute and steadfast during the Op Sindoor." During Operation Sindoor, Sub Inspector Vyas Dev and Constable Suddi Rabha of the 7th Battalion BSF were stationed at forward posts on the International Border in Jammu. They were tasked with replenishing ammunition to forward troops when an enemy 82 mm mortar shell exploded nearby, inflicting grievous injuries on both. SI Vyas Dev, despite sustaining life-threatening wounds that led to the amputation of his left leg, remained conscious, continued his mission, and motivated fellow soldiers. Constable Suddi Rabha, suffering severe blast trauma and deep lacerations, stood steadfast beside his commander, refusing to yield. In recognition of their gallantry, both were awarded the Medal for Gallantry. At BOP Kharkola in Jammu, Abhishek Srivastav, AC (under training), along with Head Constable Brij Mohan Singh, Constables Bhupendra Bajpai, Rajan Kumar, Basavaraja Shivappa Sunkada, and Depeswar Barman, came under heavy Pakistani shelling and drone attacks between May 7 and 10, 2025. Despite injuries, the team retaliated effectively. Srivastav, showing disregard for his own safety, evacuated his wounded comrades under intense fire. Another gallant act came from Ravindra Rathore, Deputy Commandant, along with Inspector Devi Lal, Head Constable Sahib Singh, and Constable Kanwaraj Singh, who executed a daring rescue of a BSF jawan under enemy fire on the International Border. In the Jammu Sector's BOP Jabowal, ASI (GD) Udai Vir Singh of 120 Bn BSF displayed extraordinary courage by destroying a Pakistani surveillance camera during heavy shelling on May 10, 2025. Even after sustaining a shrapnel wound to the face, he refused evacuation and went on to neutralize an enemy heavy machine gun nest. At FDL Mukhyari, Alok Negi, Assistant Commandant, 53 Bn BSF, along with Constables Kandarpa Chowdhury and Waghmare Bhawan Deoram, withstood sustained enemy mortar and MMG fire from May 7 to 10, 2025. They executed precise retaliatory strikes that blunted enemy positions and ensured zero casualties. The BSF praised these acts, stating that their 'conspicuous valour, presence of mind and selfless commitment" were instrumental in safeguarding the nation's borders during one of the fiercest episodes of cross-border hostilities in recent years. 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.
