Tragic Loss: IAF Sergeant Surendra Singh Moga Killed in Pakistani Airstrike

IAF Sergeant's Sacrifice

Surendra Singh Moga, a 36-year-old Assistant Medical Sergeant with the Indian Air Force stationed at Udhampur airbase in Jammu and Kashmir, tragically lost his life due to a Pakistani airstrike early on Saturday. Originally from Jhunjhunu district in Rajasthan, Surendra had dedicated over 14 years to the armed forces. He was recently assigned to the 39th wing at Udhampur after transferring from Lucknow just two months prior. His last visit to Jhunjhunu was in April for a ceremony at his new home. Following the heartbreaking news, his wife's health took a turn for the worse, leading to her hospitalization.

Reports indicate that Surendra returned to Udhampur with his wife, Seema, on April 20. However, she had traveled back to Jhunjhunu ten days ago due to the passing of her grandfather and was planning to return to Udhampur shortly.

Jhunjhunu district officials, including collector Ramavatar Meena and police superintendent Sharad Chaudhary, visited the family to convey their condolences regarding Surendra's passing.

Condolences from Rajasthan's Chief Minister

Rajasthan's Chief Minister, Bhajan Lal Sharma, expressed his sorrow over Surendra's death, honoring him in a post on X. He stated, "The news of the martyrdom of Shri Surendra Singh Moga ji, a son of Rajasthan, a resident of Jhunjhunu, a soldier of the Indian Army, who attained martyrdom at Udhampur Air Base while performing his duty of national security is extremely sad. May Lord Shri Ram give a place to the virtuous soul in his feet and give strength to the bereaved family to bear this immense sorrow. Om peace!"

राष्ट्र सुरक्षा का कर्तव्य-निर्वहन करते हुए उधमपुर एयर बेस पर वीरगति को प्राप्त राजस्थान के बेटे, झुंझुनूं निवासी, भारतीय सेना के जवान श्री सुरेंद्र सिंह मोगा जी की शहादत का समाचार अत्यंत दुःखद है।

प्रभु श्रीराम पुण्यात्मा को अपने श्रीचरणों में स्थान तथा शोकाकुल परिवार को यह… pic.twitter.com/tQTuanJ7Fp

— Bhajanlal Sharma (@BhajanlalBjp) May 10, 2025

In a separate incident, BSF Sub Inspector Md Imteyaz was also killed during cross-border firing by Pakistan along the International Boundary in the RS Pura area on the same day. The BSF acknowledged his sacrifice, stating, "DG BSF and all ranks salute the supreme sacrifice made by BSF Sub Inspector Md Imteyaz in service to the Nation on May 10, during cross-border firing by Pakistan along the International Boundary in the RS Pura area, Jammu. Prahari Pariwar stands firm with the bereaved family in this trying time."