Srinagar: Friday, 17 August 2018 (KNO) : Army today paid a befitting tribute to Late Rifleman Ram Babu Shahi who made the supreme sacrifice during Counter Terrorist operation on 17 Aug 2018 in Kachhlu, Rafiabad of Baramulla district.
In a solemn ceremony at BB Cantt, Lt Gen AK Bhatt, Chinar Corps Commander and all ranks, paid homage to the martyr on behalf of a proud nation. In a show of solidarity, representatives from other security agencies also joined in to pay their last respects to the martyr. Late Rifleman Ram Babu Shahi sustained bullet injury during the gun battle at Kachhlu, Baramulla district. He was provided immediate first aid and evacuated to the 92 Base Hospital, but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries.
The martyr, Rifleman Ram Babu Shahi, was 24 years old and had joined the Army in 2013. He belonged to Village Jagatpur of Chitwan District, Nepal and is survived by his wife and a daughter. The mortal remains of the martyr were flown for last rites to Varanasi, where he would be laid to rest with full military honours. In this hour of grief, the Army stands in solidarity with the bereaved family of the martyr and remains committed to their dignity and well being.