JAMMU, Jun 7: The White Knight Corps has expressed grief over the death of Lieutenant Beereshwar Goswami, who lost his life while undertaking operational duties during an anti-terror operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district.
The officer died after slipping in a mountainous area and falling into a deep gorge during an anti-terror operation in Rajouri district on Saturday evening.
General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the White Knight Corps, Lieutenant General P K Mishra, and all ranks paid homage to the officer, describing his sacrifice as an enduring inspiration for the Army.
In a post on X, the White Knight Corps said, “GOC White Knight Corps and all ranks express profound grief on the untimely demise of Lieutenant Beereshwar Goswami, who made the supreme sacrifice while undertaking operational duties in an area marked by rugged terrain, steep cliffs and adverse weather conditions”.
The Army said his unwavering devotion to duty, indomitable spirit and selfless service to the nation will remain an enduring inspiration to all ranks.
The Corps said it stands in solidarity with the bereaved family in this hour of grief and prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul.
Officials said the officer was part of the security forces engaged in ‘Operation Sheruwali’, which entered its 15th consecutive day in the Dorimaal-Gambhir Mughalan belt of Rajouri district.
The operation was launched to track down two to three Pakistani terrorists believed to be hiding in the forested area. (Agencies)
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