Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, June 25: Army paid solemn and emotional tributes to Rifleman Mandeep Singh Negi, who laid down his life at a forward post in Poonch sector due to extreme climatic conditions.
Rifleman Mandeep was struck by a lightning while deployed on a post located in high altitude area on Line of Control. His mortal remains are being transported to his native place in Pauri district in Garhwal region. Rifleman Mandeep will always be remembered for his bravery and devotion to duty, a Defence spokesman said.