18 October 2009 | Honouring a soldier's supreme sacrifice
Naik Dinkar Nale of the 5th Battalion, The Maratha Light Infantry, made the supreme sacrifice on 18 October 2009 while performing operational duties along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir under Operation Rakshak.
At the time, he was serving in a sensitive operational area under 10 Infantry Brigade of 25 Infantry Division. On that day, an area domination patrol was being conducted between Bhala Forward Defence Line and Sagar Forward Defence Line.
During the patrol, Naik Dinkar Nale reportedly slipped on a stone, accidentally triggering an old APM-16 anti-personnel mine. The ensuing explosion caused fatal injuries, and he was declared dead at 1030 hours on 18 October 2009.
Serving with The Maratha Light Infantry, Naik Dinkar Nale carried out his duties in challenging terrain along the Line of Control, where hidden hazards posed serious risks to soldiers on patrol.
His sacrifice reflects the dangers faced by Indian Army personnel while carrying out operational responsibilities in demanding and sensitive areas. His service and sacrifice deserve to be remembered with dignity and respect.
The Honour Post pays tribute to Naik Dinkar Nale of the 5th Maratha Light Infantry, honouring his service and supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation.
