Namchi, 31st October(IPR): During the inauguration of Bhaichung Stadium and cebration of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, Governor Shri Ganga Prasad and the Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang felicitated the 1971 Indo-Pak war veterans and next of kin of soldiers martyred in various operations/actions. They are namely Rifleman Bir Bahadur Rai, 5/11 GR, Havildar Laxmi Prasad Nepal (Artillery), Havildar Mani Das Rai (Artillery), Rifleman Late Bishal Gurung, 3/1 GR martyred while fighting Pak terrorist in Kupwara Jammu and Kashmir, Rifleman Late Karma Tenzing Sherpa 2/5 GR martyred during the counter insurgency operation 'OP Hifaazat' in Manipur.
The 1971 Indo-Pak veterans were handed over with a shawl, letter of appreciation and cash which was arranged by Rajya Sainik Board