Names of Six Soldiers Who Died in 'Operation Sindoor' Released
The names of six soldiers who perished during 'Operation Sindoor' have been made public for the first time. These brave individuals will be honored at the National War Memorial in New Delhi, where their names will be inscribed on granite plaques. The operation was a direct response to a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, leading to significant losses for terrorist groups. This article delves into the details of their sacrifice and the subsequent military actions taken by India. Read on to learn more about these heroes and the ongoing conflict.
| Jun 26, 2026, 12:27 IST
Honoring the Brave Soldiers
The names of six soldiers who lost their lives during 'Operation Sindoor' against Pakistan have been publicly disclosed for the first time. This information is now accessible on the official website of the Army War Memorial. At the National War Memorial near India Gate in New Delhi, the names of these six soldiers will be permanently inscribed on special granite plaques. A unique granite brick will be placed in the memorial's 'Tyag Chakra' in honor of each soldier; this circle is dedicated to Indian martyrs who sacrificed their lives in service to the nation after independence.
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The six martyrs include five soldiers from the Indian Army and one sergeant from the Indian Air Force, most of whom lost their lives during 'Operation Sindoor'. Their names are: 1. Subedar Major Pawan Kumar – Headquarters, 10 Infantry Brigade 2. Rifleman Sunil Kumar – 4th Battalion, Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry Regiment 3. Lance Naik Dinesh Kumar – 5 Field Regiment 4. Agniveer Mood Murli Naik – 851 Light Regiment 5. Havildar Sunil Kumar Singh – 237 Field Workshop and 6. Sergeant Surendra Kumar – 39 Wing, Indian Air Force.
On the morning of May 7, 2025, the Indian Armed Forces launched 'Operation Sindoor' in direct response to a horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam, resulting in the deaths of over a hundred terrorists and the destruction of their camps in Pakistan's Punjab province and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. Following these attacks, India stated that its actions were "calculated, measured, and non-escalatory," reiterating that any assault on military installations within the country would be met with a robust response.
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Subsequently, a three-day conflict ensued between India and Pakistan, resulting in casualties on both sides. Ultimately, after several days of cross-border attacks, both neighboring countries agreed to a complete and immediate ceasefire on May 10.
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