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Dinanagar Honors Pulwama Martyr Maninder Singh on 7th Anniversary

The town of Dinanagar in Punjab's Gurdaspur district solemnly observed the seventh martyrdom anniversary of CRPF Constable Maninder Singh, who was among the 40 personnel killed in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack. Officials including the Chief Judicial Magistrate and Army officers paid floral tributes at a ceremony attended by family and residents. The martyr's brother and father shared their grief and immense pride in his sacrifice for the nation. The attack, carried out by Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists, led to escalated tensions and India's retaliatory airstrikes in Balakot.

Key Points: Pulwama Attack 7th Anniversary: Dinanagar Tribute to Martyr

  • 7th anniversary of Pulwama attack
  • Tribute to CRPF Constable Maninder Singh
  • Family recalls pride and sacrifice
  • Nation remembers 40 martyred personnel
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Seven years on, Dinanagar pays tribute to Pulwama martyr Constable Maninder Singh

Dinanagar pays solemn tribute to CRPF Constable Maninder Singh, martyred in the 2019 Pulwama attack, on its 7th anniversary.

"We were sad and devastated, but we also felt proud that he was martyred for our nation. - Lakhvish Singh Attri"

New Delhi, Feb 14

The Dinanagar town in Punjab's Gurdaspur solemnly observed the 17th martyrdom anniversary of CRPF Constable Maninder Singh, one of the 40 personnel killed in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack, with floral tributes and heartfelt remembrance ceremonies attended by officials, family members and residents on Saturday.

Chief Judicial Magistrate Harpreet Singh, Colonel Vishwanath of the 25 MAC Unit and Lieutenant B.S. Negi of the 3 JAK LI Unit paid floral tributes to the fallen soldier, honouring his supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.

The ceremony reflected both grief and pride as the nation marked seven years since one of the deadliest terror attacks on security forces in Jammu and Kashmir.

Recalling the tragic day, Lakhvish Singh Attri, brother of Constable Maninder Singh, said, "...This incident happened in 2019, when on 14 February, after finishing their leave, the soldiers were returning to their duties. In the Pulwama district terrorist attack, 40 soldiers were martyred, and my brother was among them."

"Last time I had a conversation with him, we spoke about some house-related work. We got the news through television that a terrorist attack had targeted the Army. We were tense, and by evening it was confirmed that he was among those martyred. We were sad and devastated, but we also felt proud that he was martyred for our nation. He had completed his B.Tech and then joined the armed forces, and he also motivated me to join the Army as well," he added.

His father, Satpal Attri, also expressed pride in his son's achievements and sacrifice.

He said, "Today marks 7 years since he was martyred. He was very capable and always performed well, often securing top positions or coming first in his class..."

On February 14, 2019, a suicide bomber rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into a convoy of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in Pulwama district, killing 40 personnel and injuring many others.

The attack was carried out by terrorists linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed and sent shockwaves across the country, sharply escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.

India responded with airstrikes on a Jaish-e-Mohammed camp in Pakistan's Balakot, sending a strong message against terrorism.

As the nation marks the seventh anniversary of the Pulwama attack, tributes continue to pour in for the 40 CRPF personnel who laid down their lives in the service of the country.

- IANS

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Priya S
Reading about his B.Tech degree and how he motivated his brother... it shows these soldiers are not just brave, they are brilliant minds who chose to serve. A profound loss for the nation. My heartfelt condolences to the Attri family on this solemn day.
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Rohit P
Seven years already. Feels like yesterday. The Balakot airstrike was a fitting reply that showed we won't just sit back. We need to keep that strong stance against terrorism. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As someone living abroad, the Pulwama attack was a shocking news alert that united the Indian diaspora in grief and anger. Tributes like these are so important to keep the memory of these heroes alive. Respect from Canada.
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Karthik V
While we rightfully honour the martyrs, we must also have a serious conversation about the security lapses that led to such a massive convoy being hit. Paying tribute is our duty, but so is demanding accountability to prevent future tragedies. That is the best way to honour their sacrifice.
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Meera T
Om Shanti. The pain of the families is unimaginable. The brother's words, "we were sad and devastated, but we also felt proud" capture the bittersweet reality of being a martyr's family in India. The nation stands with Dinanagar today.

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