Lance Naik (Driver) C. N. R. Pillai of the 49th Battalion, Central Reserve Police Force, made the supreme sacrifice on 4 November 1991 during an area domination patrol in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir.
The 49th Battalion was deployed in Srinagar for anti-terrorist operations. On 4 November 1991, its troops came under attack while conducting an area domination patrol. The terrorists triggered an improvised explosive device before opening indiscriminate fire on the CRPF personnel.
The troops immediately retaliated and advanced towards the attackers, who eventually fled through the narrow lanes and by-lanes of the area. During the encounter, Lance Naik (Driver) Pillai sustained injuries in the blast. Despite his injuries, he continued to fight shoulder to shoulder with his fellow personnel.
He later succumbed to the injuries sustained during the encounter. His determination to remain alongside his comrades despite being wounded stands as a testament to his courage and dedication to duty.
The Honour Post pays heartfelt tribute to Lance Naik (Driver) C. N. R. Pillai, remembering his bravery, commitment and supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation.
