Op Pawan bravehearts: Homage by Army Chief fills a gap
The Tribune Editorial: The veterans of the 1987 Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) harbour lingering resentment that the sacrifices of the soldiers have not been duly recognised.
ARMY CHIEF Gen Upendra Dwivedi laying a wreath at the National War Memorial to honour Param Vir Chakra awardee Major Ramaswamy Parameswaran on his 'Balidan Divas' marks a significant moment. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, too, posted a message paying homage. Though late in the day, these concerted efforts seek to fill a gap in suitably honouring the 1,171 Indian soldiers who died during Operation Pawan in Sri Lanka. Over 3,000 sustained injuries and several were awarded gallantry medals in what is often labelled as a forgotten war. The veterans of the 1987 Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) harbour lingering resentment that the sacrifices of the soldiers have not been duly recognised. The course correction by the top brass goes beyond symbolism — it is about doing the right thing.
