Colonel Sofiya Qureshi to be conferred with the Vishisht Sewa Medal
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Why in news
President Droupadi Murmu approved 70 gallantry awards, including the Vishisht Sewa Medal for Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, for roles during Operation Sindoor.
Background
The President approved 70 gallantry awards for Armed Forces personnel on the eve of the 77th Republic Day. The awards include six posthumous honors, including an Ashok Chakra for Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla.
Facts for Prelims
- PostColonel Sofiya Qureshi: Recipient of the Vishisht Sewa Medal for role in Operation Sindoor
- Fact70 gallantry awards approved for Armed Forces personnel
- S&TGroup Captain Shubhanshu Shukla: First Indian to visit the International Space Station (ISS)
- Fact77th Republic Day
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of gallantry awards in bolstering the morale of the Armed Forces and ensuring the recognition of diverse roles in national security operations.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional recognition: Formalizing the contribution of diverse personnel in high-stakes operations
- Morale building: Psychological impact of state honors on operational readiness
- Operational transparency: Balancing public recognition of gallantry with security sensitivities
Keywords: Gallantry awards · Operational recognition · National security · Armed Forces morale · State honors
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