Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Honors IPKF Soldiers’ Sacrifices on Veterans' Day

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh acknowledged the sacrifices of Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) soldiers during Operation Pawan in Sri Lanka in the late 1980s, highlighting recent official recognition efforts including the first commemoration led by Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi. While Rajnath noted that the decision to deploy the IPKF remains debatable, he emphasized honoring the courage and sacrifices of the troops. Veterans' Day events included rallies, wreath-laying, and support services for ex-servicemen.