Loss of soldiers in Galwan deeply disturbing and painful: Rajnath

Tribune Web Desk

Chandigarh, June 17

A day after India lost 20 of its Armymen in clashes with Chinese troops in Galwan valley of Ladakh, the Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said that the loss of soldiers was deeply disturbing.

In a series of tweets the Defence minister said, `` The loss of soldiers in Galwan is deeply disturbing and painful. Our soldiers displayed exemplary courage and valour in the line of duty and sacrificed their lives in the highest traditions of the Indian Army, ’’ he said

While sharing his condolences with the families of  armymen killed in the clashes, the Defence Minister said, ``The Nation will never forget their bravery and sacrifice. My heart goes out to the families of the fallen soldiers. The nation stand shoulder to shoulder with them in this difficult hour. We are proud of the bravery and courage of India’s breavehearts.’’

The loss of soldiers in Galwan is deeply disturbing and painful. Our soldiers displayed exemplary courage and valour in the line of duty and sacrificed their lives in the highest traditions of the Indian Army.

— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) June 17, 2020

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