
Eshenthung Kikon receiving the Shaurya Chakra on Thursday.
- DIMAPUR — President
Droupadi Murmu on Thursday conferred six Kirti Chakras—including four
posthumously—and 33 Shaurya Chakras, including seven posthumously, to personnel
of the Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces, and State/UT Police during
Phase-I of the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2025, held at Rashtrapati Bhawan,
New Delhi.
- Among the recipients of the prestigious Shaurya Chakra was
Naga officer Eshenthung Kikon, Assistant Commandant of the 4 Assam Rifles. The
gallantry awards were presented in recognition of extraordinary courage,
selfless bravery, and unwavering commitment to duty in the face of grave
danger.
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