Maj Sudhir Walia was tasked with counter-terrorist operations in the Kashmir Valley in the 1990s. Taking a heart-and-mind approach, he encouraged locals to gain faith in the Army. Maj Walia was twice decorated with the Sena Medal for his bravery and dare-devilry. Leading his team of Special Forces operatives, he laid down his life in the line of duty in an operation in the dense Haphruda forest. Read the story of bravery and sacrifice of Maj Sudhir Walia and the brave men of 9 Para (SF). Get you

Maj Walia and his squad of 5 brave men from the Alpha team of 9 Para (SF) were hunting terrorists in the dense Haphruda forest. Facing erratic weather and harsh terrain, they were deep in the thick jungle, searching for their prey. Spotting a hideout of terrorists, Maj Walia and his buddy fought in close combat and led their men to victory. Maj Walia was awarded the Ashok Chakra posthumously for displaying bravery beyond compare and leadership till the very end. Read the story of the bravery and

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