Srinagar, Jan 19: An Indian Army Special Forces soldier was killed during a counter-terrorism operation in Jammu and Kashmir, the Army said on Monday.
Havildar Gajendra Singh laid down his life while executing an operation in the Singpura area during the ongoing Operation TRASHI-I on the night of January 19, officials said.
Paying tribute, the White Knight Corps said the General Officer Commanding (GOC) and all ranks honoured the soldier’s courage and sacrifice. The Army said Singh displayed valour and selfless devotion to duty while carrying out the operation.
“The White Knight Corps stands firmly with the bereaved family in this hour of profound grief,” the Army said in a statement.
