SRINAGAR — Three soldiers including a JCO died after slipping into deep gorge in Machhal Sector of Kupwara district in North Kashmir on Wednesday.
According to statement by Army, a routine operational task was undertaken on 10 Jan 2023 at about 5:30 PM in Machhal Sector, along a narrow winter track. While moving towards the forward post, snow along the narrow track broke, leading to slipping of one JCO and two Jawaans into a deep gorge.
A search and rescue operation was immediately launched with troops from the nearest post. Inspite of adverse weather condition and rough terrain, sustained efforts of the search party led to the recovery of mortal remains of the three brave soldiers today morning between 04:15 to 04:45 AM, the statement said.
The deceased soldiers have been identified as Nb Sub Parshotam Kumar (43) from Majua Uttami Jammu, Hav Amrik Singh (39) from Mandwara Himachal Pradesh and Amit Sharma (23) from Talasi Khurd Himachal Pradesh.
The mortal remains of the three bravehearts will be taken for last rites to their respective native places, where they would be laid to rest with full military honours. In this hour of grief, the Indian Army stands in solidarity with the bereaved families and remains committed to their dignity and wellbeing, reads the statement.