Rifleman Krishan Kumar of 16 Rajputana Rifles made the supreme sacrifice on 28 October 1994 during Operation Sahas in the Lachhampur area of Jammu and Kashmir. He was among the soldiers serving with Captain Sanjay Chauhan's Ghatak party during an operation against terrorists.
The operation was launched after intelligence indicated that terrorists had gathered in the area. The assault party moved to engage them, with a reserve party nearby to provide support. The engagement developed into a dangerous situation in which the soldiers faced serious threats.
Rifleman Krishan Kumar was among the five members of the party who were captured by terrorists and subsequently lost their lives. Captain Sanjay Chauhan, Second Lieutenant Anil Yadav, Rifleman Dalbir Singh and Rifleman Sri Girish Singh were the other personnel who made the supreme sacrifice during the operation.
The documented account establishes Krishan Kumar's unit, his involvement in Operation Sahas and the date of his sacrifice. His personal background and any individual gallantry award require further confirmation and have not been added as facts.
The Honour Post pays tribute to Rifleman Krishan Kumar of 16 Rajputana Rifles, who made the supreme sacrifice on 28 October 1994. His service and sacrifice remain part of the history of the Indian Army.
