Malerkotla, August 17, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Amargarh MLA Prof. Jaswant Singh Gajjan Majra and Malerkotla Deputy Commissioner Viraj S. Tidke on Monday paid floral tributes to Shaheed Nirmal Singh at his memorial in Bhurthala Mander village, honouring the soldier who laid down his life during the 1971 India-Pakistan war.
Family members of the martyr, villagers and personnel of 15 Punjab Battalion also paid homage during the commemorative programme.
Prof. Gajjan Majra said soldiers such as Shaheed Nirmal Singh were an invaluable national legacy whose courage and patriotism would continue to inspire generations. He said the peace, security and freedom enjoyed by citizens were made possible by the sacrifices of soldiers who defended the country’s borders.
Recalling Nirmal Singh’s sacrifice, the MLA said he fought the enemy bravely and gave his life in the Ravi river rather than surrender. He urged the younger generation to draw inspiration from his patriotism and supreme sacrifice.
Deputy Commissioner Viraj S. Tidke said the martyr’s sacrifice was a matter of pride not only for Bhurthala Mander and Malerkotla but for the entire country. He said remembering the lives and sacrifices of martyrs and passing their stories on to younger generations was a collective responsibility.
Tidke also appreciated the martyr’s family and villagers for organising the annual tribute programme, saying such events strengthen patriotic sentiment and reinforce the values of duty, courage, discipline and dedication.
Shaheed Nirmal Singh was born on March 10, 1950, to Mata Ind Kaur and Kartar Singh in Bhurthala Mander. He joined the Indian Army on February 3, 1968, and served with 15 Punjab Battalion. He was also an accomplished basketball player. During the 1971 India-Pakistan war, he displayed exceptional courage and strategic acumen before sacrificing his life in the defence of the country.
Personnel of 15 Punjab Battalion presented a salute at his memorial. Those present also pledged to contribute towards the unity, integrity and security of the nation.
Among those present were Naib Tehsildar Amargarh Praveen Kumar, acting Sarpanch Amarjit Singh and BJP constituency in-charge Hira Singh. Representatives of Shaheed Nirmal Singh Sports and Welfare Club, including chief organiser and former Captain Chamkaur Singh, treasurer former Subedar Bikkar Singh, general secretary former Subedar Pargat Singh, chief adviser former Havildar Joginder Singh, former Subedars Iqbal Singh and Jagtar Singh, and several other office-bearers, veterans and villagers also attended the programme.
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