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Who Was Colonel Santosh Babu? Know The Army Officer Who Laid Down His Life Fighting For India Against China
Colonel Santosh Babu: “I am feeling devastated that he has left us, but at the same time I am also proud of my son who sacrificed his us life for the nation," said his mother.
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New Delhi: In this undated photo, Colonel Santosh Babu, who was martyred during a clash with Chinese troops in Ladakh, Monday night, June 15, 2020. (PTI Photo)(PTI16-06-2020_000241B)
New Delhi: Indian Army lost 20 of its bravehearts including a colonel rank officer, in the face-off with China along the Line of Actual Control on Tuesday, as China attempted to unilaterally change the status quo, even when military and diplomatic talks were on between the countries. Also Read: 20 Indian Soldiers Martyred In Galwan Valley; 43 Casualties On The Chinese Side
- The officer killed in the clash was identified as Colonel Santosh Babu, Commanding Officer of the 16 Bihar regiment, and a native of Telangana.
- Babu, who hailed from Suryapet district in Telangana, was serving in the 16 Bihar regiment as Commanding Officer, agencies have reported.
- His father, B Upender, is a retired banker
- He is survived by his wife, daughter and son, who are residing in Delhi.
- Santosh Babu was expecting a posting in Hyderabad soon.
- Babu joined the Indian Army in 2004 and was first posted in Jammu and Kashmir.
- He had spoken to his mother on Sunday where the conversation mostly revolved around the ongoing tensions.
- The family was informed about the tragedy last afternoon by senior army officials.
- Babu's mortal remains are expected to reach his native Suryapet on Wednesday for the final rites.
- His final rites are likely to take place on Thursday
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