20 October 1962 | A tribute to courage, duty and sacrifice
Early Life and Service
Sepoy Gobind Singh Rathore is reported to have been born on 18 March 1943 in Parava village, Bidasar tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan. He was identified as the son of Jagmal Singh Rathore and Anja Kanwar and served with 2 Rajput during the 1962 India-China War.
The Battle of 20 October
The Namka Chu sector was among the areas where Indian troops faced a major Chinese offensive on 20 October 1962. The steep terrain, limited movement routes and intense enemy fire made the defence of forward positions especially difficult. Sepoy Gobind Singh Rathore reportedly fought alongside his comrades during the engagement and sustained a fatal bullet injury.
A Soldier Remembered
Sepoy Gobind Singh Rathore's reported sacrifice represents the service of ordinary soldiers whose names form part of the wider history of the 1962 war. His memory deserves to be preserved with dignity, respect and gratitude.
The Honour Post pays tribute to Sepoy Gobind Singh Rathore of 2 Rajput, reported to have made the supreme sacrifice on 20 October 1962. His service to the nation will be remembered with honour.
