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Pulwama Attack Anniversary: Nation Pays Tribute to 40 CRPF Martyrs

A solemn wreath-laying ceremony was held in Pulwama's Lethpora to honor the 40 CRPF personnel martyred in the 2019 terror attack. Senior CRPF officials, civil administration, and security forces paid tributes, with the force posting a heartfelt message on social media. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan also paid homage, stating the nation draws strength from their sacrifice. The attack, claimed by Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad, targeted a convoy on the Srinagar-Jammu highway, leading to significant Indian counter-terror operations.

Key Points: Pulwama Attack Heroes Honored in Wreath-Laying Ceremony

  • Wreath-laying ceremony in Lethpora
  • PM Modi, VP Radhakrishnan pay homage
  • 40 CRPF personnel killed in 2019 convoy attack
  • Jaish-e-Mohammad claimed responsibility
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J-K: Wreath-laying ceremony held for 2019 Pulwama attack heroes at Lethpora in Pulwama

Nation remembers the 40 CRPF personnel martyred in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack. Leaders pay homage to their supreme sacrifice and enduring courage.

"Their valour remains etched in our hearts forever. - CRPF"

Pulwama, February 14

A wreath-laying ceremony was held at Lethpora in Pulwama on Saturday to pay tribute to 40 CRPF personnel who lost their lives in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack.

Senior officials of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), civil administration, and security forces paid tributes to the jawans.

Meanwhile, the CRPF paid tribute to their soldiers who were killed in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack, recalling their sacrifice, valour, and devotion to the country.

"Lest we forget. On 14 Feb 2019, 40 bravehearts of CRPF India made the supreme sacrifice in Pulwama. Their valour remains etched in our hearts forever. DG GP Singh & all Ranks pay solemn tributes to our martyrs. We stand firmly with their families," the CRPF wrote in an X post.

Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to the fallen heroes. He said their courage continues to inspire every Indian.

In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "Remembering the brave heroes who laid down their lives in Pulwama on this day in 2019. Their devotion, resolve and service to the nation remain forever etched in our collective consciousness. Every Indian draws strength from their enduring courage."

Vice President CP Radhakrishnan also paid humble respects to the brave CRPF personnel.

The Vice President remembered their sacrifice, saying that it is forever engraved in Indian history and will continue to inspire the nation for ages.

"I pay homage to the brave personnel who laid down their lives in the Pulwama terror attack. Their supreme sacrifice will forever remain etched in the nation's memory and continues to inspire us to build a strong and secure India," he wrote.

Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district witnessed one of the deadliest terror attacks when as many as 40 CRPF personnel were killed when their convoy was targeted on the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway on February 14, 2019.

The convoy comprised 78 buses in which around 2,500 personnel were travelling from Jammu to Srinagar.

Pakistan-based terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad claimed responsibility for the attack, saying it was caused by a suicide bomber, according to a local news agency.

However, India launched a series of counter-terror operations, including airstrikes at terror camps in Pakistan, marking a significant escalation.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Reading this brings tears to my eyes. Such young lives lost protecting us. The ceremony is important, but we must also ensure their families are supported every single day, not just on anniversaries.
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Vikram M
Salute to the heroes. The nation's response with the airstrikes was necessary and showed we will not tolerate such cowardly acts. We need to remain vigilant and ensure such an attack never happens again.
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Priyanka N
Heartfelt tributes. While we remember the sacrifice, I hope the government is also critically reviewing and upgrading security protocols for convoys. The best tribute is to learn and prevent future tragedies.
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Robert G
A somber day. The scale of the attack was horrifying. Respect to the CRPF and all forces who stand guard in challenging conditions. Their courage is beyond measure.
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Kavya N
Om Shanti. Their sacrifice will never be in vain. It united the country like few things have. We must channel that unity into building a stronger, more secure India for their children.

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