Rifleman Sri Girish Singh of 16 Rajputana Rifles made the supreme sacrifice on 28 October 1994 during Operation Sahas in Jammu and Kashmir. He served with the Ghatak party led by Captain Sanjay Chauhan during an operation against terrorists in the Lachhampur area.
The operation followed intelligence indicating the presence of terrorists in the area. The assault party moved to engage them, while a reserve party was positioned nearby to provide support. As the operation unfolded, the soldiers faced a dangerous situation that placed the members of the party at grave risk.
During the operation, Rifleman Sri Girish Singh was sent to convey a message to Captain Chauhan. He did not return. He was among the five personnel who were captured by terrorists and subsequently lost their lives. Captain Chauhan, Second Lieutenant Anil Yadav, Rifleman Dalbir Singh and Rifleman Krishan Kumar also made the supreme sacrifice in the same incident.
The events of that day remain a tragic chapter in the history of 16 Rajputana Rifles. The available operational account records Sri Girish Singh's role in carrying a message during the engagement, while further details about his personal background and service history require additional verification.
The Honour Post pays tribute to Rifleman Sri Girish Singh of 16 Rajputana Rifles, who made the supreme sacrifice on 28 October 1994 during Operation Sahas. His service and sacrifice deserve to be remembered alongside those of the comrades with whom he served.
