“In a solemn ceremony at BB Cantt, Lt Gen JS Sandhu, Chinar Corps Commander and all ranks, paid homage to the martyrs on behalf of a proud nation,” PRO defence in Srinagar said.
He said that representatives and officials from the state government and other security agencies also joined in paying their last respects.
Giving details, he said, “Sep Gawai Sumedh Waman, 25 years of age, had joined the Army in 2011 and hailed from Village Lonagra in Akola, Maharashtra. He is survived by his Parents, one brother and one sister.”
Coming from village Kandani of Sivagangai district in Tamil Nadu, he said, “Sep Ilayaraja P was also 25 years in age and had donned the uniform in 2012. He is survived by his parents, wife and sister.”
The mortal remains of the slain were flown for last rites to their native places, where they would be laid to rest with full military honours.
“In this hour of grief, the army stands in solidarity with the bereaved families of the martyrs and remains committed to their dignity and well being,” he said.
(Reporting by Saleem Iqbal Qadri)
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