The Chinar Corps paid rich tributes to Sepoy Nikhil Sharma who made supreme sacrifice in the line of duty in Tangdhar sector in the frontier district of Kupwara.
Sepoy Sharma was killed and two other soldiers were injured when a forward post in Tanghdar sector was hit by a snow avalanche at 2000 hrs on Tuesday. However, two other soldiers were rescued in an injured condition and shifted to hospital.
Chinar Corps in a tweet said ” salute the valour & sacrifice of Sopy Nikhil Sharma, who made Supreme Sacrifice in the Line of Duty when the post which he was deployed was hit by an avalanche in Tangdhar sector, Kupwara. Deepest condolences to the bereaved family.