Srinagar, Feb 14: Five years after the horrific Pulwama terror attack, the nation paid rich tributes to the 40 CRPF soldiers who lost their lives on February 14, 2019. A solemn wreath-laying ceremony was held at the Martyr’s Memorial in Lethpora, Pulwama, led by Additional Director General of CRPF (J&K Zone) Nalin Prabhat, IGs CRPF Gyanender Verma and Ajay Yadav, and other officials.
“A wreath-laying ceremony followed by a blood donation camp were held at 185BN CRPF Lethpora,” said a CRPF Spokesperson. Over 100 personnel participated in the blood donation drive, demonstrating solidarity and service in the face of tragedy.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha also took to social media to offer his respects: “Humble tributes to the Bravehearts who sacrificed their lives in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack. The nation will forever remain indebted to their exemplary courage, supreme sacrifice, and selfless service to the motherland.”
Director General of Police (DGP) RR Swain and Inspector General of Police Kashmir Range V K Birdi joined the chorus of tributes, remembering the fallen heroes with heartfelt messages. “The sacrifices of CRPF personnel will forever be etched in our hearts. As we remember these heroes, let’s renew our commitment to securing peace,” said DGP Swain.
IGP Kashmir, Kashmir Zone Police, echoed this sentiment: “Today, we solemnly remember the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack. Their bravery echoes through time, inspiring us to renew our commitment for establishing peace. Let’s honour their valour & sacrifice by striving for a violence-free nation.”
As many as 40 CRPF personnel were killed when a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into a CRPF bus which was part of a convoy travelling from Jammu to Srinagar on February 14, 2019.
