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Defence minister Rajnath Singh and South Korean minister of patriots & veterans affairs Kwon Oh-eul on Thursday collectively inaugurated the Indian War Memorial at Imjingak Park in Seoul. Rajnath called the memorial”a fitting homage to Indian soldiers’valour, sacrifice and humanitarian contribution throughout the Korean War”.Built as part of the celebratory occasions marking the 75th anniversary of the Korean War, the memorial stands as a homage to the guts, sacrifice and humanitarian service rendered by the 60 Para Field Ambulance of the Indian Army and the Custodian Force of India (CFI) throughout the war.
Laying a wreath at the memorial, Rajnath highlighted the long-lasting tradition of India’s contribution to peace and humanitarian help on the Korean peninsula.
He kept in mind that the shared history and sacrifices of the 2 countries continue to function as a strong structure for the India- South Korea unique tactical collaboration.An MoU was signed by the 2 ministers targeted at cooperation for honouring the veterans of the Korean war and enhancing exchanges in between them. A narrative was likewise launched in remembrance of the generous sacrifice of the soldiers.The 60 Para Field Ambulance, commanded by Lt Col (Dr) A G Rangaraj, Maha Vir Chakra, made extensive acknowledgment for its excellent medical service and commitment in dealing with countless injured soldiers and civilians under incredibly tough conditions of crossfire. The Indian War Memorial has actually been built in the exact same location where the CFI had actually developed the ‘HIND NAGAR’ in Sept 1954, real estate nearly 22,000 detainees of war till their serene repatriation.