HINDON (UP): A unit of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) elite Garud Commando Force on Monday bagged six gallantry awards for its anti-terror operations in the Kashmir Valley, officials said.
Formed in February 2017, unit number 617 received one Ashok Chakra, three Shaurya Chakras and two Vayu Sena medals for the successful operations until now.
The unit also received the prestigious Air Force Chief’s citation while its Commanding Officer (CO) Squadron Leader Rajiv Chauhan was honoured with the Vayu Sena medal.
The Garud is an elite force like the Para Special Forces of the Army and the Marcos of the Navy.
Last year, the unit eliminated eight terrorists and lost three of its men in two different operations, Chauhan said in his interaction with reporters here. (AGENCIES)
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