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Army Honors Intelligence Unit for Bravery in Eastern Ladakh Border Service

The Vice Chief of Army Staff awarded a Unit Citation to the Intelligence and Field Security Unit for exemplary service in Eastern Ladakh. The unit was recognized for its performance and bravery along the sensitive India-China border. It has operated for two years in challenging high-altitude areas of the LAC, maintaining vigilance and gathering intelligence. The citation acknowledges the unit's courage under extreme weather and operational pressure.

Key Points: Army Awards Unit Citation for Service in Eastern Ladakh

  • Unit honored for Eastern Ladakh service
  • Recognizes bravery in hostile terrain
  • Awarded on Army Day 2026
  • Critical role in border security
  • Among highest collective army honors
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Vice Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh awards Unit Citation to IFSU for service in Eastern Ladakh

Vice Chief of Army Staff awards Unit Citation to IFSU for exemplary service and bravery along the India-China border in Eastern Ladakh.

"outstanding performance, devotion to duty, operational efficiency and acts of bravery - Army Citation"

New Delhi, February 7

On the occasion of Army Day, Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh, Vice Chief of Army Staff, awarded Unit Citations to six Indian Army units for exemplary service, including the Intelligence and Field Security Unit deployed in the strategically sensitive Leh-Ladakh region.

The award ceremony was held on February 5, 2026, where Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh presented the Unit Citation to the Commanding Officer of IFSU, Colonel Jitendra Singh, and Subedar Major Mandeep Singh. The citation recognises the unit's outstanding performance, devotion to duty, operational efficiency and acts of bravery in the Eastern Ladakh sector along the India-China border.

According to an army official, the IFSU has been operating for the past two years in some of the most challenging and sensitive areas of the Line of Actual Control (LAC). The unit has played a critical role in maintaining vigilance, gathering field intelligence and ensuring security in high-altitude and hostile terrain.

The citation specifically acknowledges the courage and discipline shown by the unit while carrying out tasks under extreme weather conditions and constant operational pressure. Their efforts have contributed significantly to safeguarding national security and maintaining stability in the border region.

The Unit Citations are among the highest collective honours in the Indian Army and are awarded to formations and units that demonstrate exceptional dedication and operational excellence.

- ANI

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Priya S
It's heartening to see the hard work of our intelligence units being acknowledged. They are our eyes and ears in those remote areas. A big thank you to the entire IFSU team and their families for the sacrifice.
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Aman W
While awards are good, I hope this is backed by concrete improvements in infrastructure and equipment for our soldiers on the LAC. They need the best tools to do their job. The government must ensure that.
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Sarah B
As someone who has visited Ladakh, I can't even imagine the hardship. -30°C, thin air, and constant alertness. These men and women are made of something else. Hats off!
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Karthik V
Unit Citation is a prestigious honour. This shows the high level of professionalism and teamwork in our army. It sends a strong message about our preparedness and resolve on the border. Well done!
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Nisha Z
Stories like these make me so proud. We sleep peacefully because they are awake in the freezing cold. We should all take a moment to appreciate their service. God bless our soldiers.

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