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In the annals of India's military history, Major Somnath Sharma stands as a luminous figure, a beacon of courage and sacrifice. Born into a family dedicated to the service of the nation on January 31, 1923, Major Sharma's destiny was intricately woven with the threads of bravery. At the age of 24, he etched his name in the chronicles of heroism, becoming the first recipient of India's prestigious Param Vir Chakra (PVC). Today, as we celebrate the birth anniversary of this true hero, let us delve into the extraordinary life of Major Somnath Sharma, a man whose valor and sacrifice continue to resonate through the ages, inspiring generations to come.
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This is the story of an unsung hero, Maj Ralengnao (Bob) Khathing, a Tangkhul Naga from Manipur. He was the first person of tribal origin to serve as an ambassador for India and played a vital role in integrating Tawang with the union of India. Maj Khathing was born on 8 February, 1912, in Ukhrul in Manipur and was the first tribal from Manipur to graduate. During World War-II he became the first Manipuri to get the King’s Commission. He was commissioned into the 19th Hyderabad Regiment (later the 7th Kumaon Regiment) and later served under the then Major Thimmayya (later chief of army staff and commander-in-chief, Indian Army) at the Regimental Training Centre, Agra.