Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Jan 25: A wreath laying ceremony was held in honour of the brave heart, Naik Jagdish, who laid down his life guarding the nation’s frontiers while serving at the Line of Control (LoC) in Krishna Ghati sector of district Poonch.
A military send off was organized, wherein, GOC Ace of Spades Division among other Army officers, laid wreaths on behalf of Lt Gen D Anbu, Army Commander, Northern Command and Lt Gen Saranjeet Singh, GOC White Knight Corps.
Naik Jagdish (34 yrs), belonged to village Gandashu, Thirpak in Nandprayag area of district Chamoli and is survived by his wife Usha Devi and two minor children.
Martyr Jagdish was a dedicated, brave and sincere soldier and a thorough professional. The nation will remain indebted to him for the supreme sacrifice and devotion to duty. He will continue to motivate the future generations.