President Droupadi Murmu confers Kirti and Shaurya Chakras to security personnel
President Droupadi Murmu conferred gallantry awards to armed forces personnel for their exceptional bravery and disregard for personal safety. Seven Kirti Chakras, including two posthumously, were awarded. Air Commodore Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, an Indian Air Force pilot and Gaganyatri, received the Kirti Chakra, India's second-highest peacetime gallantry award. Additionally, 15 Vir Chakras (three posthumously) and 29 Shaurya Chakras (one posthumously) were presented to personnel from defence forces, Central Armed Police Forces, and State and Union Territory police forces. Lt. Commander Dilna K. and Lt. Commander Roopa A. of the Navy received Shaurya Chakras for their devotion to duty in 'Navika Sagar Parikrama 2'.
Key Points
- President Droupadi Murmu conferred various gallantry awards to security personnel for their bravery.
- Seven Kirti Chakras, including two posthumous, were awarded, with Air Commodore Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair being a notable recipient.
- Kirti Chakra is India's second-highest peacetime gallantry award.
- A total of 15 Vir Chakras and 29 Shaurya Chakras were also presented across different security forces.
- Naval officers Lt. Commander Dilna K. and Lt. Commander Roopa A. received Shaurya Chakras for their service in 'Navika Sagar Parikrama 2'.
Exam Facts
- President Droupadi Murmu conferred the awards.
- Air Commodore Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, an Indian Air Force pilot and Gaganyatri, received the Kirti Chakra.
- Kirti Chakra is India's second-highest peacetime gallantry award.
- Lt. Commander Dilna K. and Lt. Commander Roopa A. of the Navy received Shaurya Chakras for 'Navika Sagar Parikrama 2'.
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