Tribute To Colonel Manpreet Singh, SM, KC 🇮🇳 | 19 RR | Balidan Diwas – 13 September 2023 #shorts

Colonel Manpreet Singh, Sena Medal, Kirti Chakra (Posthumous), made the supreme sacrifice on 13 September 2023 during a fierce counter-terrorism operation in Kokernag, Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir. Born in Punjab, Colonel Manpreet Singh came from a proud Army family and was commissioned into the elite 12 Sikh Light Infantry in 2005. Over 17 years of service, he earned immense respect for his bravery, leadership, and dedication to the nation. As the Commanding Officer of 19 Rashtriya Rifles, he led several successful counter-terror operations in South Kashmir. Beyond military duties, he was deeply respected by locals for helping Kashmiri youth stay away from drugs and radicalization through sports and rehabilitation programs. On the night of 12–13 September 2023, security forces received intelligence about heavily armed terrorists hiding in the forests of Kokernag. Colonel Manpreet Singh personally led the joint assault team into the difficult terrain. As the team approached the terrorist hideout, intense firing erupted. Unmindful of his own safety, he retaliated immediately and neutralized a terrorist during the fierce gun battle. Even after sustaining a critical gunshot wound to his forehead, he continued guiding his troops and ensured the remaining terrorists were trapped. Colonel Manpreet Singh attained Veergati alongside Major Aashish Dhonchak, Sepoy Pardeep Singh, and DSP Humayun Bhat during the operation. The heartbreaking image of his young son giving a final salute to his father moved the entire nation. For his extraordinary courage and supreme sacrifice, he was posthumously awarded the Kirti Chakra. India salutes the bravery and sacrifice of Colonel Manpreet Singh. Jai Hind 🇮🇳 #ManpreetSingh #KirtiChakra #IndianArmy #RashtriyaRifles #KokernagEncounter #ArmyHero #IndianSoldier #NationSalutes #RespectOurForces #Braveheart #IndianMilitary #DefenceForces #RealHero #Anantnag #JaiHind