Lt Sanjeev Jain SM

Lt Sanjeev Jain hailed from Jammu and Kashmir and was born in a military family on 2nd Jan 1968. His father, Lt Col S C Jain(Retd)as well as grand father, Maj Gen Rai Bahadur, Bishan Das, KCSI, OBE served in the Armed Forces and he too wanted to follow into their footsteps right from his childhood. Consequently, he joined the Army at the age of 24 years on 07 Mar 1992. He was commissioned into the Army Service Corps, the corps which, with its motto “Seva Asmakam Dharmaha” handles the logistic support function of the Indian Army.

After passing out of Officers’ Training Academy(OTA) Chennai, Lt Sanjeev Jain was sent on attachment to 7 Dogra battalion as his first assignment. The unit was deployed in J & K and was engaged in counter insurgency operations.

Op Rakshak : 01 Aug 1992

During 1992, the militancy was on rise in J &K and the Army was increasingly getting involved in counter-insurgency operations. 7 Dogra battalion deployed in J & K was too tasked for operations against the militants on a regular basis. On 01 Aug 1992, the unit received the information from the intelligence sources about the presence of militants in Baba Rishi complex, one of the major Sufi shrines of Kashmir, located near Ramboh village in Baramulla District. As it was a major tourist attraction with religious significance the operation against the militants had to planned and executed very carefully. A decision was taken to launch a search and destroy operation to neutralize the militants on 01 Aug and Lt Sanjeev Jain was chosen to be part of the assault team.

Lt Sanjeev Jain along with his soldiers reached the complex as planned and cordoned off the suspected area. Soon the troops made contact with the militants who fired at the troops on being challenged. A fierce gun-battle followed thereafter with a heavy exchange of fire between the troops and militants. During the gun battle, Lt Sanjeev Jain got hit by bullets and was severely injured. But on seeing the militants trying to break the cordon and escape, Lt Sanjeev Jain without caring for his injuries chased them till he collapsed. Lt Sanjeev Jain though very young in service displayed courage and leadership of a very high order and laid down his life in the service of the nation. Lt Sanjeev Jain was given the gallantry award, “Sena Medal” for his bravery, unyielding fighting spirit and supreme sacrifice.

Lt Sanjeev Jain was given the gallantry award, “Sena Medal” posthumously for his bravery and supreme sacrifice.

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23 Comments

Sathvik Raj
2017 at 6:02 pm Reply

Every Indian is proud of you. My salute to you.
Sharad Jain
2019 at 10:13 pm Reply

FIT FOR HEROES – Today we remember

2/Lt. Sanjeev Jain, (2.1.1968 – 2.8.1992), S/o Lt. Col. S C Jain was commissioned into ASC on 7.3.1992. During his attachment with 7 Dogras, on 1.8.1992, he challenged the subversives in the area of Baba Rishi Complex during OP Rakshak. Though, hit by their bullets he relentlessly chased the subversives till he fell down.

By his supreme sacrifice, Sanjeev not only saved the lives of his comrades but showed highest devotion to duty and love for his country.

As destined, Sanjeev’s end came in the area of Baba Rishi, the land which was gifted to his grand father, late Maj Gen Rai Bahadur, Bishan Das, KCSI, OBE by the Late Maharaja of J&K, who later became the Prime Minister of Maharaja Pratap Singh.
Ranjan Chaudhary
2019 at 8:37 pm Reply

I was serving in 7DOGRA along with Sanjeev and remember the operation vividly. He had been been directed to Baba Rishi straight from a road opening and wasn’t wearing any cold clothing. I had a jersey and a jacket. He chose my jersey leaving the jacket for me and actually died wearing that. I remember the massive exchange of fire that took place. It was a full scale war for hours together never seen or heard before. Sanjeev had asked his Sr JCO and radio operator to take cover and had chased the militants himself. Rest is history.
- Sharad Jain
  2019 at 10:43 pm
  
  Thank you Ranjan.
  
  I am Sanjeev elder brother and although many years have passed but the memories remain fresh. Still difficult to believe that this happened with us.
  
  Thanks again for sharing those lay moments, it means a lot to know that Sanjeev acted in the true spirits of a brave soldier and lead from the front.
  
  I would like to connect with you and feel free to drop in a message with your coordinates on the below mail I’d
  
  [email protected]
- Riya Gawade
  2019 at 8:25 am
  
  Thank you so much Sir for sharing these treasurous memories of a hero with us. This makes us emotional and proud at the same moment
  Jai Hind Sir! Salute to your service for the nation and Salute to our hero!
Reeta Jamwal Sumbria
2019 at 8:36 am Reply

I salute your valour and supreme sacrifice Brave Heart.Jai Hind.
Kishore jain
2019 at 3:00 pm Reply

Salute to a real hero…Jai hind.
Kaushal jain
2019 at 12:56 am Reply

We salute this supreme sacrifice of Lt. Sanjeev Jain. We read about such operations in the newspapers and it fails to send shivers down our spine. We become hardened. When something like this happens with one of our own we realise the Enormity of the sacrifice, the feelings of the family members. God bless the soul and the family.
Atul Bafna
2021 at 6:25 pm Reply

salute and hats off proud to be Jain no words please Sir do send in brief about LT. Sanjeev Jain with 2 photos, already created 2 itihaas on Jains in army would like your help and support for creating more of them if you have any reference . my email [email protected]
Tarun Jain
2021 at 8:14 am Reply

I salute the Bravery and Supreme Sacrifice of Lt Sanjeev Jain
HeeT Doshi
2021 at 5:51 pm Reply

What an inspiration Sir! India is very grateful to have heroes like you! Salute. Jai Hind.
- Sharadd Jain
  2021 at 10:21 am
  
  Thank you all. Your comments mean a lot.
  Warm regards,
Anita zitshi
2021 at 10:11 am Reply

You and your family given life to nation .Because of you people( our family )i said this because In family like parents guard their children’s , You people guards nation at borders. such great job you people are doing !!! . we are safe at home thanks from my bottom of heart .
I salute the Bravery and Supreme Sacrifice of Lt Sanjeev Jain at Jammu and Kashmir and service he have given to Nation and society .
Real leadership quality and inspiring one ….This makes us emotional and proud at the same moment.
Jai Hind Sir!