A wave of grief swept through Trewa village in Jammu today as the nation bid farewell to Rifleman Sunil Kumar, who was killed in heavy cross-border shelling in the RS Pura sector. His mortal remains were brought home with full military honours, drawing crowds of mourners, officials, and fellow soldiers who came to pay their last respects.
Rifleman Kumar, a valiant member of the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry, was stationed at a forward post when enemy shelling claimed his life. His death marks another heartbreaking chapter in the ongoing tensions along the India-Pakistan border.
The village was draped in sorrow and patriotism as chants of “Shaheed Sunil Kumar Amar Rahe” echoed through the streets. A military procession accompanied his body, underscoring the solemnity and respect due to a soldier who laid down his life in defence of the nation.
Senior army officers and local government representatives attended the funeral, offering condolences and assuring continued support to the grieving family. They praised Rifleman Kumar’s courage, commitment, and dedication to duty, highlighting the immense sacrifices made by India’s armed forces.
Thousands attended the final rites, a testament to the unity and reverence felt across the region for the fallen soldier. Social and political leaders took to various platforms to express their condolences and called for reinforced border security in light of the growing threats faced by soldiers on the frontlines.
Rifleman Sunil Kumar’s ultimate sacrifice serves as a solemn reminder of the price of peace and the bravery of those who defend it. His legacy will live on in the hearts of a grateful nation.
