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Six Heroes of Operation Sindoor Named for the First Time as India Pays Tribute. (Image Internet)
New Delhi: The Government of India has released the names of six armed forces personnel who were martyred during Operation Sindoor, the military operation launched after the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir.
The attack on April 22 claimed the lives of 26 people, including tourists and a local resident, after terrorists opened fire in Baisaran Valley.
The six personnel honoured include five soldiers from the Indian Army and one Sergeant from the Indian Air Force. Their names will be permanently engraved on granite plaques at the National War Memorial near India Gate in New Delhi.
The martyrs identified include Subedar Major Pawan Kumar from Headquarters, 10 Infantry Brigade; Rifleman Sunil Kumar of the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry Regiment; Lance Naik Dinesh Kumar from 5 Field Regiment; Agniveer Mood Murali Nayak from 851 Light Regiment; Havildar Sunil Kumar Singh from 237 Field Workshop; and Sergeant Surendra Kumar of the Indian Air Force’s 39 Wing.
Rifleman Sunil Kumar was awarded the Vir Chakra posthumously, while Sergeant Surendra Kumar received the Vayu Medal for his service.
Operation Sindoor was launched on May 7, 2025, as India’s response to the Pahalgam attack. The operation targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Indian authorities stated that the strikes were focused and aimed at eliminating terror networks. The action was followed by several days of military exchanges between India and Pakistan before both sides agreed to a ceasefire on May 10.
The operation was named “Sindoor” as a tribute to the families of those affected by the attack, particularly the widows of victims. The name reflected the emotional significance of the tragedy and India’s stated policy of taking firm action against terrorism.
The official recognition of the six personnel marks a tribute to their courage and sacrifice in the line of duty.
