Col Santosh Babu died within the line of responsibility in Galway valley
New Delhi:
Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu, the commanding officer of the 16 Bihar regiment who was among the many 20 troopers that died within the line of responsibility in brutal hand-to-hand fight with Chinese language troops in jap Ladakh’s Galwan Valley on June 15 final yr, was in the present day posthumously given the Maha Vir Chakra – the second highest wartime gallantry honour.
The late Colonel’s spouse and mom have been current at Rashtrapati Bhawan to obtain the honour.
#WATCH | Col Santosh Babu accorded Mahavir Chakra posthumously for resisting Chinese language Military assault whereas establishing an commentary submit within the face of the enemy in Galwan valley in Ladakh sector throughout Operation Snow Leopard.
His mom and spouse obtain the award from President. pic.twitter.com/vadfvXBz9M
— ANI (@ANI) November 23, 2021
Colonel Babu was tasked to determine an commentary submit in face of the enemy, his quotation for the award famous, saying he organised and briefed his troops troops in regards to the scenario with a sound plan and efficiently executed the duty. “Whereas holding the place his column confronted stiff resistance from the adversary who attacked utilizing deadly and sharp weapons together with heavy stone pelting from adjoining heights,” learn his quotation.
“Undaunted by the violent and aggressive motion by overwhelming energy of enemy troopers, the officer in true spirit of service earlier than self, continued to withstand the enemy’s try to pushback Indian troops. Regardless of being grievously injured, he led from the entrance with absolute command and management regardless of hostile circumstances to discourage the vicious enemy assault at his place,” it added.
The gallantry awards and Distinguished Providers decorations have been introduced in a defence investiture ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and a number of other different dignitaries have been current on the ceremony.
