India, Aug. 14 -- The Indian military officials who participated in Operation Sindoor and hit terror infrastructure in Pakistan in May have been honoured with gallantry and distinguished service awards on the eve of India's 79th Independence Day.

President Droupadi Murmu has approved 127 gallantry medals and 40 distinguished service awards, including for those who participated in Operation Sindoor.

According to the defence ministry, the total number of awards include four Kirti Chakras, 15 Vir Chakras, 16 Shaurya Chakras, two Bar to Sena Medals (Gallantry), 58 Sena Medals (Gallantry), six Nao Sena Medals (Gallantry), 26 Vayu Sena Medals (Gallantry), seven Sarvottam Yudh Seva medals, nine Uttam Yudh Seva medals and 24 Yudh Seva medals. ...