Major Amit Dahiya, Sena Medal, exhibited exceptional leadership, remarkable courage, tactical brilliance, and unwavering determination while leading a Search and Destroy Operation Team in Pulwama district. The objective of the mission was to eliminate foreign terrorists based on intelligence provided by the General Officer Commanding, Counter Insurgency Force (Victor), and corroborated by multiple intelligence agencies.
With meticulous planning and strategic insight, Major Amit Dahiya led his team into the designated area, defying inclement weather conditions, and employing an unexpected route to achieve complete surprise. He astutely positioned Sniper Detachments at advantageous vantage points and critical stops to effectively cut off potential escape routes. At 0605 hours, civilian movement was observed in the vicinity, prompting the terrorists to emerge from a Dhok and engage in indiscriminate firing, using innocent civilians as shields.
Recognizing the imminent threat posed to both his troops and the civilians, Major Amit Dahiya, Sena Medal, demonstrated bold initiative by maneuvering his forces closer to the terrorists and engaging them in a fierce gun battle. With unwavering determination, he successfully neutralized the first terrorist, skillfully ensuring the safety of his own troops and minimizing collateral damage.
Furthermore, Major Amit Dahiya provided precise and effective fire support to assist in the neutralization of the second terrorist, displaying exemplary marksmanship and tactical prowess. His enterprising leadership, conspicuous courage, and unyielding determination throughout the operation were commendable.
In recognition of his outstanding performance, Major Amit Dahiya, Sena Medal, is highly recommended for the prestigious “Shaurya Chakra” award, a testament to his exceptional valor and exceptional contributions to the mission’s success.
