MAJOR SUDHIR WALIA AC,ADC,SM & BAR 9 PARA SF : A LIONHEARTED WARRIOR WHO DOMINATED FEAR & BRAVERY

Here is the life description of a gem bravehart who sets the bar of courage and bravery to the infinity-

Major Sudhir Kumar Walia was a highly decorated Indian Army officer who served in the elite 9 Para (Special Forces). Born on May 24, 1969, in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, he hailed from Banuri village in Himachal Pradesh. His military journey began at the Sainik School Sujanpur Tira and continued at the National Defence Academy and Indian Military Academy.

Key Highlights of His Career:

Commissioned into 4 Jat Battalion: He joined the esteemed Jat Regiment, known for its bravery and battle honors.
Served in Sri Lanka: As part of the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF), he gained experience in active field operations.
Joined 9 Para (SF): He joined the special forces unit in 1990, specializing in mountain warfare and counter-insurgency operations.
Gallantry Awards: He received the Sena Medal for eliminating three hardcore terrorists in Kashmir and a Bar to the Sena Medal for scaling peak Brammah II.
Kargil War Hero: He led his team to capture Zulu Top and later made the ultimate sacrifice during an operation in Kupwara district.

Ultimate Sacrifice and Legacy:

On August 29, 1999, Major Walia led an assault on a militant hideout, killing nine terrorists before succumbing to injuries. He was posthumously awarded the Ashoka Chakra, India's highest peacetime military decoration. His bravery and selflessness have inspired many, earning him the nickname "Rambo" in the Indian Army.

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