Jammu, April 10 -- Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, a decorated hero of the Kargil War and a recipient of the Maha Vir Chakra, passed away suddenly in Leh, leaving behind a legacy of courage, leadership and distinguished service to the nation.
Widely revered for his role during the Kargil conflict, Col. Wangchuk had led a team of 40 soldiers in a daring high-altitude operation, successfully evicting 135 Pakistani troops in a fierce three-day battle fought under extreme conditions, including deep snow and sub-zero temperatures. The mission, conducted at an altitude of nearly 18,000 feet, is regarded as one of the earliest significant successes for Indian forces during the war.
His exemplary leadership and bravery during the operation earned him the...