Naik Karam Singh of 18 Battalion, Central Reserve Police Force, made the supreme sacrifice on 24 October 1991 during an operation against terrorists in Punjab. The CRPF's commemorative material records his date of birth as 10 March 1951 and his state of origin as Himachal Pradesh.
The Operation in Punjab
On 24 October 1991, 18 Battalion of the CRPF was deployed in Punjab for anti-terrorist operations. According to the force's commemorative account, troops launched an operation against terrorists at Tezgarah, Sultanpind, in the Amritsar area.
An encounter followed during the operation. Naik Karam Singh and Constable A. P. Sadanandan sustained severe injuries. Despite being wounded, both continued to fight from the front and charged towards the terrorists.
Both personnel subsequently succumbed to their injuries. Their actions were recorded as an example of conspicuous bravery and leadership during the encounter.
Remembering His Sacrifice
The Honour Post pays tribute to Naik Karam Singh of 18 Battalion, CRPF. His courage during the operation of 24 October 1991 remains part of the force's record of personnel who made the supreme sacrifice while confronting terrorism.
