Diplomat Correspondent
Delhi: DD, To mark the 77th United Nations Peacekeepers Day, a solemn wreath-laying ceremony was held at the National War Memorial today. Lieutenant General Rakesh Kapoor, Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Information Systems & Coordination), paid homage to the valiant Indian soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice while serving in UN peacekeeping missions across the globe.
Senior military officers and personnel from UN contingents attended the ceremony, reflecting India’s enduring commitment to global peace and security. India has been one of the largest troop-contributing nations to UN peacekeeping efforts, with over 200,000 Indian soldiers having served in 49 missions, and 179 gallant soldiers having laid down their lives in the line of duty.
The ceremony served as a solemn reminder of the courage, dedication, and professionalism of Indian peacekeepers and their vital role in upholding the ideals of the United Nations.DD