Honoring Heroes: Tribute to Brave BSF Jawans Amidst Cross-Border Tensions
The nation mourns as BSF Constable Deepak Chingakham and jawan Murali Naik lose their lives in line of duty due to cross-border firing. Tributes were paid by family, officials, and leaders including Jammu and Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor and Andhra Pradesh's former Chief Minister. Their sacrifice underscores security challenges faced at borders.
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In a solemn ceremony, family members and friends gathered on Tuesday to honor BSF Constable Deepak Chingakham, who tragically died during cross-border firing in Jammu and Kashmir's RS Pura sector on May 10.
Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, led the tributes at the wreath-laying ceremony held in Jammu, reflecting the deep respect for Chingakham's bravery. The Director General of BSF and several ranks paid homage, underscoring the collective grief and respect for his sacrifice.
Parallel tributes were paid elsewhere as attention turned to Andhra Pradesh, where Former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy planned a visit to express condolences to the family of another fallen soldier, Murali Naik, following a cross-border assault. Former Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu also praised Naik's service, urging unity and remembrance with a two-minute silence.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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