President Murmu Honours Bravery with 78 Gallantry Awards, 13 Posthumous
What Happened
President Droupadi Murmu approved 78 gallantry awards for personnel of the Armed Forces and Central Armed Police Forces on the eve of India's 80th Independence Day. The honours include 13 posthumous awards recognizing personnel who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.
Key Takeaways
The gallantry awards celebrate acts of extraordinary bravery by India's security personnel, with 13 heroes receiving the honour posthumously for their ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation.