Veteran Soldier Havaldar Baldev Singh, Who Fought Four Wars, Passes Away at 93 in Jammu and Kashmir.

Obituary | Dated: 13 Jan 2025

In January 2025, Veteran soldier (retired) Havaldar Baldev Singh, who fought in four wars against Pakistan, passed away at the age of 93 in Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). He was born on 27th September 1931 in Naunihal village, Nowshera, J&K.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - Baldev Singh volunteered at the age of 16 to join the Bal Sena Force under the leadership of Brigadier Usman, Commander of the 50 Para Brigade, during the battle of Nowshera and Jhangar in 1947-48.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) In 1950, Baldev Singh joined the Indian Army and served for nearly three decades. He participated in several crucial battles, notably during the India-Pakistan conflicts in 1961, 1962, and 1965.
  • (ii) Baldev Singh retired from service in 1969, but was recalled during the India-Pakistan war in 1971 and served for an additional eight months.

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