8TH SIKH REGIMENT

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Kanad Bhattacharya(West Bengal)

Operation Vijay (Kargil War)
21st May 1999
Age- 22
8th Sikh Regiment

History :

"A patrol consisting of eight other ranks led by Lieutenant Kanad Bhattacharya was tasked to establish a foothold on North Eastern ridge near Tiger Hill. The route was unattainable and was covered with snow. Heavy exchange of fire continued between Lieutenant Kanad’s patrol and the intruders. Lieutenant Kanad Bhattacharya along with two other ranks laid down his life in the highest tradition of the service."

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