Govt. releases names of 6 personnel killed in Operation Sindoor
The Centre officially disclosed the names of six armed forces personnel, five from the Indian Army and one from the Indian Air Force, who laid down their lives during the cross-border Operation Sindoor in May 2025. Their names have been included in the Roll of Honour on the National War Memorial website and will be inscribed on the Tyag Chakra (Circle of Sacrifice) at the National War Memorial in New Delhi. This marks the first official disclosure of casualties from this specific operation.
Key Points
- The government officially disclosed the names of six armed forces personnel killed in Operation Sindoor in May 2025.
- Five personnel were from the Indian Army and one from the Indian Air Force.
- Their names are added to the Roll of Honour on the National War Memorial website.
- The names will also be inscribed on the Tyag Chakra (Circle of Sacrifice) at the National War Memorial in New Delhi.
Exam Facts
- Operation Sindoor occurred in May 2025.
- Six armed forces personnel were killed.
- National War Memorial is located in New Delhi.
- Tyag Chakra (Circle of Sacrifice) is part of the National War Memorial.
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