Head Constable Mahendra Laskar of the 60th Battalion, Central Reserve Police Force, made the supreme sacrifice on 11 October 2025 while serving in Jharkhand during an operation against Maoists.
On 10 October 2025, CRPF personnel from the 26th, 60th, 134th and 197th Battalions, along with state police personnel, conducted an area-domination and search operation against Maoists.
During the operation, an improvised explosive device blast injured an Inspector, who was evacuated to a hospital in Rourkela for treatment. As troops from the 60th Battalion were returning from operational duty, another IED blast occurred between the Reda and Edalbera areas. Head Constable Laskar sustained serious injuries and was evacuated to Apollo Hospital in Rourkela, where he was declared dead by the treating doctor.
Head Constable Mahendra Laskar made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation, upholding the highest traditions of the Force.
The Honour Post pays tribute to his service, courage and supreme sacrifice.
