On May 15, 2025, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi honored Constable Harvinder Singh of the Border Security Force (BSF) Jammu with a Commendation Disc for his exceptional diligence during the preparation phase of Operation Sindoor. (SAMBA TIMES)

Operation Sindoor, launched on May 7, 2025, was a decisive military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives. The operation targeted terrorist infrastructure across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the elimination of over 100 terrorists affiliated with groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen. (Northeast Live, SAMBA TIMES)

During his visit to forward locations in Baramulla on May 16, General Dwivedi also awarded a Commendation Disc to Head Constable (General Duty) Rantana Ram of the 185 Battalion BSF for his gallant action during the operation. He commended the joint efforts of the Army and BSF personnel for their valor and vigilant actions in dominating the Line of Control (LoC) during Operation Sindoor. (SAMBA TIMES, Northeast Live)

These commendations underscore the critical role of BSF personnel in India’s defense strategy and highlight the successful coordination between the Indian Army and BSF in counter-terrorism operations.(SAMBA TIMES).