Second Lieutenant Anil Yadav 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 personnel of the Ghatak party led by Captain Sanjay Chauhan during an operation against terrorists.
The operation was launched after intelligence indicated the presence of terrorists in the area. The assault party operated with a reserve party positioned nearby to provide support. As the engagement developed, the soldiers faced a dangerous and rapidly changing situation.
Second Lieutenant Yadav was among five members of the party who were captured by terrorists and subsequently lost their lives. Captain Sanjay Chauhan and Riflemen Dalbir Singh, Krishan Kumar and Sri Girish Singh were the other four personnel who made the supreme sacrifice during the incident.
The available operational record establishes Second Lieutenant Yadav's unit, his role in the operation and the date of his sacrifice. Further personal details, including his birthplace, family background and any individual gallantry award, have not been added because they require separate verification.
The Honour Post pays tribute to Second Lieutenant Anil Yadav 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.
