20 October 1988 | Remembering a soldier's sacrifice
On 20 October 1988, Sepoy Randhir Singh of 4 Jat Regiment made the supreme sacrifice during Operation Pawan in Sri Lanka. He was among five soldiers of the battalion who lost their lives when a rail-opening party came under an ambush.
Service During Operation Pawan
Sepoy Randhir Singh served with 4 Jat Regiment during the Indian Army's deployment in Sri Lanka. Following the Indo-Sri Lankan Accord of 1987, the Indian Peace Keeping Force undertook a difficult mission in a changing security environment. Armed resistance exposed Indian troops to the risk of ambushes while they carried out their operational duties.
The Ambush
On 20 October 1988, a rail-opening party operating in Sri Lanka was ambushed. Five soldiers from 4 Jat Regiment made the supreme sacrifice in the incident, including Sepoy Randhir Singh.
Available regimental-history material records his name, unit and date of sacrifice. Further personal details and individual actions during the incident have not been added without reliable supporting records.
Honouring His Service
Sepoy Randhir Singh's sacrifice deserves remembrance alongside that of his fellow soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice on the same day. Their service reflects the risks faced by Indian Army personnel while fulfilling demanding duties away from home.
The Honour Post pays tribute to Sepoy Randhir Singh of 4 Jat Regiment, who made the supreme sacrifice on 20 October 1988 during Operation Pawan. His devotion to duty will be remembered with honour.
