Twitter Salutes Indian Army Martyrs; Says Not Everyone Can Stay Home During Lockdown

Amid the encounter between the security personnel and terrorists in J&K, Colonel Ashutosh Sharma, Commanding Officer of 21 Rashtriya Rifles unit lost his life on Saturday in the Handwara area of Jammu and Kashmir. He had been part of several successful counter-terrorist operations in the past, reported ANI.

A Colonel and a Major were among five security personnel killed in an encounter at a village in north Kashmir's Handwara area, officials said on Sunday.

Two terrorists were also killed in the encounter at the Chanjmulla area of Handwara, which is part of north Kashmir's Kupwara district, they said.

The Army officers were leading a team to rescue civilians who had been taken hostage by the terrorists, the officials said.

Well, while the entire country is battling the fight against coronavirus, our Braveheart have been constantly fighting against terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir.

While some of us have the privilege to stay at home it is important to know that some don't. Our soldiers have been on the field constantly on the lookout for terrorists and taking necessary actions.

And well, it is important to pay tribute to all of them and those who have lost their lives while they ensured that people of the country are safe.

India lost a hero braveheart today. Salute the supreme sacrifice of Col. Ashutosh Sharma who led the five member team in Handwara of North Kashmir to rescue civilians and gave up his life for the nation along with his team. Decorated with Gallantry awards. Rest In Peace, Sir. 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/E05rOONrP8

— Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) May 3, 2020

The loss of our soldiers and security personnel in Handwara(J&K) is deeply disturbing and painful. They showed exemplary courage in their fight against the terrorists and made supreme sacrifice while serving the country. We will never forget their bravery and sacrifice.

— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) May 3, 2020

Sorry to hear about the army & police officers & the jawan who laid down their lives in the line of duty in Handwara this morning. May their souls rest in peace & may their families & colleagues find strength at this difficult time.

— Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) May 3, 2020