The nation mourns the untimely demise of Lieutenant Azad Singh Chahar of the Regiment of Artillery, Indian Army. The 24-year-old officer, who was serving in Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, succumbed to liver cancer at a military hospital in Delhi on Tuesday night. His passing is a profound loss for the armed forces and the country he served with unwavering dedication.
Lieutenant Azad Singh Chahar, an alumnus of the National Defence Academy (142 NDA) and the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, was commissioned into the Indian Army on June 10, 2023. He was posted with the 22 Medium Regiment of Artillery and was known for his commitment, leadership, and courage.
Diagnosed with end-stage liver cancer (Hepatocellular Carcinoma – Stage IV), Lieutenant Chahar had been undergoing treatment in Gurgaon. Despite his health challenges, he continued to exhibit remarkable strength and resilience. His condition, however, deteriorated in recent weeks, with complications arising due to tumor growth and fluid accumulation in his abdomen, ultimately leading to his passing.
His mortal remains were brought to his native village, Akola, where thousands of people gathered to pay their last respects. Draped in the tricolor, his body was received with full military honors. A contingent from the Indian Army paid tribute with a ceremonial salute and the playing of the Last Post. His funeral was conducted with state honors, and his younger brother, Abhishek Chahar, performed the last rites.
His grieving mother, Sunita Devi, was inconsolable as the family and well-wishers bid farewell to the brave soldier. Several dignitaries, including MP’s son Shoorveer Chahar and Rashtriya Lok Dal district president Govind Sharma, attended the ceremony to offer their condolences.
The Chinar Corps and fellow warriors from the Indian Army expressed their deepest condolences, standing in solidarity with his bereaved family. The loss of Lieutenant Azad Singh Chahar is a reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women in uniform. His service and sacrifice will forever be remembered in the annals of military history.
