Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Memorial Urged for WWII Indian Troops in Canberra
Some people want to build a special place in Canberra to remember the Indian soldiers who fought and died in Papua New Guinea during World War II.
Many Indian soldiers were captured by the Japanese and faced terrible conditions.
Major Chint Singh, a survivor, showed great courage and became friends with Australian soldiers who helped him.
These friendships lasted a long time.
The memorial would honor these brave soldiers and celebrate the good relationship between India and Australia.
A call is growing for a memorial in Canberra to honor Indian soldiers who died in World War II.
Approximately 2,800 Indian soldiers perished in Papua New Guinea during WWII.
Many Indian soldiers were prisoners of war; only around 200 survived harsh conditions.
Survivors, like Major Chint Singh, forged strong bonds with Australian forces.
A memorial would commemorate sacrifices and strengthen the India-Australia relationship.
- Who
- The memorial would honor approximately 2,800 Indian soldiers.
- What
- Calls are intensifying for a memorial in Canberra to commemorate Indian soldiers who died in Papua New Guinea during WWII.
- When
- The call for a memorial began in 2022 and continues to gain traction.
- Where
- The proposed memorial would be located in Canberra, Australia, with the events occurring in Papua New Guinea.
- Why
- To honor the sacrifices of Indian soldiers and celebrate the friendship between India and Australia.
- Location of Proposed Memorial
- Canberra, Australia
- Number of Indian Soldiers Who Perished
- Approximately 2,800
- Theater of War
- Pacific (Papua New Guinea)
- Year Singapore Fell
- 1942
- Survivor's Name
- Major Chint Singh