In a tragic incident in the Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, Havaldar V Subbaiah Varikunta of the 25 Rashtriya Rifles lost his life due to a mine blast while conducting a patrol on Monday. The local administration announced that his mortal remains have been transported to the district hospital for post-mortem examination.
The Indian Army paid heartfelt tributes to Havaldar Varikunta, recognizing his valor and ultimate sacrifice made during an area domination patrol in the Thandar Tekri region of Poonch. The General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the White Knight Corps and fellow soldiers gathered to honor the brave soldier who dedicated his life to safeguarding the nation.
“General Officer Commanding #WhiteknightCorps and all ranks pay solemn tribute to the #braveheart Havaldar V Subbaiah Varikunta of 25 RR, who made the supreme sacrifice during an area domination patrol in the general area of #ThanedarTekri, #Poonch, on 09 Dec 2024, following a mine blast,” the White Knight Corps communicated on their social media platform.
In a show of support and compassion, the Army extended its deepest condolences to the bereaved family, vowing to stand steadfastly with them during this difficult time. This incident follows another recent loss, as the Indian Army had earlier paid tribute to Rifleman Jaswinder Singh, who also laid down his life while on duty in the region.
The Army’s official handle shared a message saluting the courageous sacrifice of Rifleman Singh, with General Upendra Dwivedi, the Chief of Army Staff, leading the tribute from all ranks. “Our deepest condolences and support are with the bereaved family in this hour of grief,” was the primary sentiment expressed in their posts.
Furthermore, the Chinar Corps expressed profound sorrow regarding Rifleman Singh’s untimely passing during operational duty, reaffirming the Indian Army’s commitment to supporting the bereaved families of its fallen soldiers.
As the nation mourns the sacrifices of its brave soldiers, the support for their families remains a paramount focus of the Army, ensuring that they are not alone in their time of need.
