In a solemn and dignified ceremony, the Tiger Division of the Indian Army honoured the World War II veteran Lt Colonel Sharak Dev Singh Jamwal (Retd) on the occasion of his 100th birthday, recognising his exemplary service and contribution to the nation.
The General Officer Commanding, Tiger Division, along with the Commander, Chenab Brigade, Lt General Rakesh Sharma (Retired), and other senior veterans visited the veteran’s residence to convey greetings and felicitate him on this historic milestone, a defence spokesman said on Wednesday.
Lt Col Jamwal, born on 13 August 1926 in Jammu, was commissioned into the 7th Light Cavalry in 1946 during the final stages of the Second World War.
His distinguished military career included active participation in the Burma Campaign, the 1947-48 Indo-Pakistan War, the Liberation of Goa in 1961, and the Sino-Indian War of 1962. During 1947-48, he, as the Squadron Commander of C Squadron, 7 Cavalry, inducted tanks across the inhospitable high altitude of Zojila Pass, leading to the recapture of Zojila and the relief of besieged Ladakh. This year also marks the Glorious 60 years of the victory of the Indian Armed Forces in the 1965 War.
During the visit, the officers conveyed the Army’s deep appreciation for Lt Colonel Jamwal’s unwavering commitment to the Nation and his embodiment of the timeless values of honour, duty, selfless service, and camaraderie. The celebrations included a ceremonial cake cutting, symbolising the enduring bond between serving soldiers and veterans.
The occasion also served as a reminder of the Indian Army’s steadfast tradition of honouring its veterans, whose sacrifices and leadership form the bedrock of the nation’s security and inspire future generations of soldiers.