
Naik Rajeshver Singh was born to Shri Balwan Singh and Smt Satya Devi and belonged to the Udhampur district of J&K. He was recruited into 16 Punjab battalion of the Punjab Regiment. During 2012, Naik Rajeshver Singh’s unit 16 Punjab was deployed in the Kupwara district of J&K.
Service Number | 2486356P |
Rank | Naik |
Unit | 16 Punjab |
Regiment | Punjab Regiment |
Award | Shaurya Chakra |
Date of Martyrdom | 4th September 2012 |
On 4th September 2012, Naik Rajeshver Singh was deployed at Abdul Hut Post on the Line of Control when the post came under heavy automatic fire by the enemy from Ratwaji Nar of Kupwara district in J&K. During the firing a sepoy was injured and Naik Rajeshver went for his aid and disregard of his safety, he quickly changed his position and charged towards the leading terrorist who had closed on to the post. The ensuing firefight resulted in the killing of one terrorist and Naik Rajeshver Singh sustaining a burst of fire. Thereafter, with single-minded purpose, exceptional valor and regardless of his injuries, he continued fighting, thereby injuring a second terrorist. Naik Rajeshver Singh’s indomitable spirit and exceptional bravery forced the enemy to abandon their assault and successfully repulsed the threat to the Post. However, Naik Rajeshver Singh later succumbed to his injuries and was martyred.
Naik Rajeshver Singh was given the gallantry award, ‘Shaurya Chakra’ for his courage and exceptional bravery beyond the call of his duty.