Army pays tributes to its valiant brave-heart

Srinagar, 01 Mar 01: Army on Wednesday paid rich tributes to Late Sepoy Pawan Kumar, who had made supreme sacrifice while performing operational task in Potgampora, Pulwama on February 27. In a solemn ceremony at Chinar War Memorial, BB Cantt, MajGen Vivek Dogra, Chief of Staff, Chinar Corps and all ranks paid homage to the gallant soldiers on behalf of the proud Nation
Sepoy Pawan Kumar in a sheer act of bravery had over powered a terrorist in a hand to hand combat during a Cordon and Search Operation in Potgampora, Pulwama and was grievously injured. He subsequently succumbed to his injuries, making the supreme sacrifice in the highest traditions of the Indian Army.
The deceased soldier is survived by his mother, SmtBhajunDassi. The mortal remains of the brave soldier is being moved for the last rites to his native place at Village Pithyt, Post Kinoo, Tehsil Rampur, District Shimla, Himachal Pradesh and will be laid to rest with full military honours.
In this hour of grief, the Army stands in solidarity with the bereaved family and remains committed to their dignity and well-being.