RAJOURI/JAMMU: The Indian Army on Thursday celebrated “Jhangar Day” to commemorate the sacrifice made by Maha Vir Chakra (MVC) awardee Brigadier Mohammad Usman, officials said.
Brig Usman, widely regarded as the “Lion of Naushera”, attained martyrdom in the 1947-48 operation in Rajouri’s Naushera sector in Jammu and Kashmir. His leadership in the Battle of Jhangar turned the tide in defence of the region.
A wreath-laying ceremony was held at the Usman Memorial in Jhangar by the Commander of the 80th Infantry Brigade and Bal Sainik Shri Basant Singh, honouring Brig Usman and the brave soldiers who laid down their lives for the nation, officials added.
