Dehradun, Aug. 17 -- Garhwal Post Bureau

Dehradun, 16 Aug: Group Captain Kunal Kalra, a resident of Dehradun, has been awarded the Vir Chakra in recognition of his exceptional courage and valour during Operation Sindoor, in which he destroyed terrorist hideouts and Pakistani military bases.

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has extended his congratulations to Grp Capt Kunal Kalra, stating that entire Uttarakhand takes immense pride in his remarkable achievement. The CM has posted a message in this regard on his social media accounts.

As the nation marked its 79th Independence Day yesterday, from the ramparts of the Red Fort, Prime Minister Modi commemorated Operation Sindoor alongside the country's armed forces. On this occasion, he a...