Service No : JC-84007

Date of Birth : 1940

Place of birth : Sikar Dist (Raj)

Service : Army

Last Rank : Naib Subedar

Unit : 5 Raj Rif

Arm/Regt : The Rajputana Rifles

Operation : CI & IS Ops

Martyrdom : February 6, 1980

Naib Subedar Daulat Singh

Naib Subedar Daulat Singh hailed from the Rolsabsar village of Fatehpur Shekhawati tehsil in the Sikar district of Rajasthan and was born in the year 1940. Son of Shri Ramkumar singh and Smt Sikori Kanwar, he joined the Indian Army on 07 Mar 1958 at the age of eighteen years. Following his training, he was assigned to the 5th Battalion of the Rajputana Rifles. 

 

After serving for few years he got married to Ms Puran Kanwar and the couple had 3 sons Omprakash Singh, Vijay Singh, Ajay Singh and a daughter Vimla kanwar. Nb Sub Daulat Singh's dedication to duty was unwavering and he participated in various operations, proving his mettle as a soldier. He took part in the Indo-China war of 1962,  and also in Indo-Pak wars of 1965, and 1971. As the years rolled by, he received many medals for his service including Long Service Medal, Operation Vijay Medal, Raksha medal -1965, and Sangram Medal -1971. By 1980, he had risen to the rank of Naib Subedar, having served the nation for over 22 years. By then he had evolved into a respected and highly competent Junior Commissioned Officer.

 

Batalik sector Operation (J&K): 06 Feb 1980

 

During Feb 1980, Naib Subedar Daulat Singh's unit 5 Raj Rif was deployed in the harsh, mountainous terrain of Ladakh. The AOR(Area of Responsibility) of the unit spanned over remote rugged mountainous terrain with extreme weather conditions, especially in the winter season. The region was notorious for its extreme weather conditions, especially during winter. The soldiers were frequently tasked with patrolling remote areas and clearing snow-blocked roads. The soldiers joining the unit on posting or returning from leave had to acclimatize in phases at transit centers before joining owing to extreme weather conditions. Also, heavy snowfall often blocked the roads and hampered the movement of troops which necessitated frequent clearance operations. 

 

Nb Sub Daulat Singh served with unwavering dedication at Border Check Post Number 8 in the Batalik sector of the Kargil region, situated along the India-Pakistan border. This region, known for its unforgiving terrain and extreme climatic conditions, posed immense challenges for the soldiers stationed there. Freezing temperatures, low oxygen levels, and relentless winds made survival a daily battle for the troops tasked with safeguarding the nation’s borders. On February 6, 1980, while stationed in his bunker amidst these harsh conditions, Nb Sub Daulat Singh succumbed to the extreme environment. The severe cold and oxygen deficiency proved fatal, claiming his life as he stood steadfast in the line of duty. Troops deployed in forward posts like Batalik were tasked with conducting regular patrols to monitor the area between manned positions and maintain vigilance over potential threats. Nb Sub Daulat Singh, a committed and resilient Junior Commissioned Officer, led these patrols with exemplary dedication. His leadership and resolve ensured the safety and security of his sector, despite the constant adversities posed by the challenging environment. At the age of 40, Nb Sub Daulat Singh made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in one of the most demanding and perilous regions in the world. 

 

Nb Sub Daulat Singh is survived by his wife Smt Puran Kanwar, sons Shri Omprakash Singh, Shri Vijay Singh, Hav Ajay Singh (presently serving in Indian Army as a Havildar), and a daughter Smt Vimla kanwar.

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