Punjab announces ex-gratia, govt job for kin of Subedar who died in Arunachal
Chandigarh, May 8: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced an ex-gratia grant of Rs 1 crore, along with a government job, to the bereaved family of Subedar Hardeep Singh, who laid down his life last Friday in the service of the nation along the LAC in Arunachal Pradesh.
Extending his condolences to the bereaved family of the brave JCO, the CM said that Hardeep Singh displayed utmost dedication to defend the country's unity and his sacrifice would ever inspire his fellow soldiers to perform their duties with far more devotion and commitment.
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Hardeep Singh of 15 Punjab (Patiala) hailed from village Baranda in Garhdiwala tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, according to the Chief Minister's Office (CMO).
He is survived by his wife, Ravinder Kaur, a daughter and a son.
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-PTC News
