Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Indian Soldier to Receive Medal; Railway Honors 'Operation Sindoor' Heroes
Vikas Medade, from a farming family in Igatpuri, is getting a medal for being brave in a military operation called 'Operation Sindoor'.
This operation was in Jammu and Kashmir and was launched to get back at those responsible for the Pahalgam attack.
The Indian Army is giving him the Sena Medal to honor his bravery.
A special band show was also held by Central Railway RPF to celebrate and thank the heroes of this operation and freedom fighters, showcasing their respect for their service.
Vikas Medade from Igatpuri will receive the Sena Medal for his bravery in 'Operation Sindoor'.
Operation Sindoor was launched to avenge the Pahalgam attack.
Medade serves as a constable in the 18 Maratha Light Infantry.
The award recognizes Medade's contribution in Jammu and Kashmir during 'Operation Sindoor'.
Central Railway RPF organized a band display dedicated to the heroes of 'Operation Sindoor'.
- Who
- Vikas Medade, a constable in the 18 Maratha Light Infantry, and Central Railway RPF.
- What
- Vikas Medade will receive the Sena Medal and Central Railway RPF organized a band display.
- When
- The award ceremony will be held on January 15, 2026. The band display was held on August 15, 2025.
- Where
- The award ceremony will be held in New Delhi. The band display was at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, Mumbai.
- Why
- To honor Medade's bravery in 'Operation Sindoor' and to celebrate the heroes of the operation.
- Recipient
- Vikas Medade
- Award
- Sena Medal
- Operation
- Operation Sindoor
- Medade's Unit
- 18 Maratha Light Infantry
- Band Display
- Central Railway RPF
- Event Date
- August 15, 2025
