17 October 2018 | Remembering SGCt Kamal Kishore
Selection Grade Constable Kamal Kishore of the Jammu and Kashmir Police made the supreme sacrifice on 17 October 2018 during an anti-terrorist operation at Fateh Kadal in Srinagar.
Born on 1 April 1988 in Gran Morh village of Reasi district, Kamal Kishore joined the Jammu and Kashmir Police in 2009. He served with the 10th India Reserve Battalion before joining the operational group at Cargo, Srinagar.
During the night of 16–17 October 2018, a police team acted on intelligence regarding Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist Meharaj-ud-Din Bangroo and his associates in Fateh Kadal. The team took steps to evacuate residents from adjoining houses to reduce the risk to civilians as the operation unfolded.
The police team came under heavy fire during the encounter. Despite sustaining serious injuries, SGC Kamal Kishore continued to engage the terrorists and helped pin them down. He succumbed to his injuries while performing his duty.
In recognition of his exceptional courage and devotion to duty, he was posthumously awarded the Shaurya Chakra.
Kamal Kishore's actions during the Fateh Kadal operation reflected his commitment to protecting civilians and confronting terrorism under dangerous circumstances. His sacrifice remains a part of the Jammu and Kashmir Police's record of service.
The Honour Post pays tribute to Selection Grade Constable Kamal Kishore, Shaurya Chakra awardee, who made the supreme sacrifice on 17 October 2018. His courage and devotion to duty will be remembered with honour and gratitude.
