Amid the encounter between the security personnel and terrorists in J&K, Colonel Ashutosh Sharma, Commanding Officer of 21 Rashtriya Rifles unit lost his life on Saturday in the Handwara area of Jammu and Kashmir. He had been part of several successful counter-terrorist operations in the past, reported ANI.
A Colonel and a Major were among five security personnel killed in an encounter at a village in north Kashmir's Handwara area, officials said on Sunday.
Two terrorists were also killed in the encounter at the Chanjmulla area of Handwara, which is part of north Kashmir's Kupwara district, they said.
The Army officers were leading a team to rescue civilians who had been taken hostage by the terrorists, the officials said.
Well, while the entire country is battling the fight against coronavirus, our Braveheart have been constantly fighting against terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir.
While some of us have the privilege to stay at home it is important to know that some don't. Our soldiers have been on the field constantly on the lookout for terrorists and taking necessary actions.
And well, it is important to pay tribute to all of them and those who have lost their lives while they ensured that people of the country are safe.
Expressing sadness over the loss of the Army's finest personnel, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said,"The loss of our soldiers and security personnel in Handwara(J&K) is deeply disturbing and painful. They showed exemplary courage in their fight against the terrorists and made supreme sacrifice while serving the country. We will never forget their bravery and sacrifice."
"I offer my tributes to the soldiers and security personnel who fell in action. My heart goes out to the families who lost their loved ones today. India stands shoulder to shoulder with the families of these brave martyrs," he added.
Here's how Twitterati paid tribute to the martyrs;
India lost a hero braveheart today. Salute the supreme sacrifice of Col. Ashutosh Sharma who led the five member team in Handwara of North Kashmir to rescue civilians and gave up his life for the nation along with his team. Decorated with Gallantry awards. Rest In Peace, Sir.
The loss of our soldiers and security personnel in Handwara(J&K) is deeply disturbing and painful. They showed exemplary courage in their fight against the terrorists and made supreme sacrifice while serving the country. We will never forget their bravery and sacrifice.
Sorry to hear about the army & police officers & the jawan who laid down their lives in the line of duty in Handwara this morning. May their souls rest in peace & may their families & colleagues find strength at this difficult time.
For those twitter handles with 'india occupied kashmir' in location and celebrating #Handwara, remember that the team went in to rescue your people taken hostage by terrorists. Don't be so shameless.
Salute the martyrdom of our four army personnel including Colonel Ashutosh Sharma, Major Anuj, a Lance Naik, a rifleman & a police sub inspector in an encounter with the terrorists in J&K’s #Handwara. My heartfelt condolences to their families and prayers that they find strength.
Not everyone can remain at home during lockdown!
Salute the Bravehearts who made supreme sacrifice in Kashmir. Proud of leaders like Colonel Ashutosh Sharma, the CO, who led from the front.
He had been decorated with Sena Medal twice earlier too.
A GENERAL SALUTE
It’s a sad and a gloomy morning after the longest possible night. Rest In Peace, bravehearts! You fought well. Official Statement soon. #Handwara
Col. Ashutosh Sharma, Major Anuj, SI Shakeel Qazi, and 2 other jawans were martyred in #Handwara while saving civilians from terrorists. Shame on people who mock armymen in their talk shows and stand-ups. The nation should never forget their selfless service.
5 Jawans martyred, 2 terrorists killed in #Handwara_Encounter in #JammuKashmir
It was a hostage situation which Jawans tackled
We Salute @adgpi Indian Army and their Sacrifice for the Nation n people of our Nation
Jai Hind#Handwara #RSS_ā¤Ļेā¤ļ_ā¤ी_ā¤ļाā¤¨#IndianArmy
Loot at him, A real hero of #IndianArmy and 4 others have martyr to SAVE Kashmiri family who got trapped by terrorists.... #SameOnPakistan
Salute to brave soldiers who lost their lives fighting for us.
#indianarmy #Handwara & Shame on people who are mocking & Celebrating their sacrifice.
4 Indian Army personnel incl the Commanding Officer, Major, along with 2 soldiers & one Jammu and Kashmir Police jawan lost their lives in an encounter in Handwara in Jammu and Kashmir. Two terrorists also killed in the encounter.
R.I.P Bravehearts!
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