Honoring Bravery: Naik Dalip Singh, Sena Medal | 25th Kargil Vijay Diwas Special | The Himachali Podcast
25th Kargil Vijay Diwas Special Episode
Welcome to a special episode of The Himachali Podcast as we honor the 25th Kargil Vijay Diwas with an extraordinary guest, Naik Dalip Singh, Sena Medal, of the 18th Grenadiers Regiment.
**About Our Hero:**
Naik Dalip Singh's story is one of unparalleled bravery and resilience. During the Kargil War in June 1999, he displayed extraordinary courage despite sustaining severe injuries. With four bullets hitting him—one piercing his left eye and another passing through his teeth to lodge in his neck—he survived for 28 hours before reaching 92 Base Hospital in Srinagar. Throughout his evacuation from the Tololing battlefield at 15,000 feet, Dalip Singh assured his comrades that he would not succumb to the excruciating pain, embodying an indomitable spirit that refused to let death claim him.
**In This Episode:**
We sit down with Naik Dalip Singh to hear his firsthand account of the Kargil War, the challenges he faced, and his unwavering determination. This episode is a tribute to his courage and the countless soldiers who fought for our nation's honor.
**Highlights:**
- Naik Dalip Singh's personal experiences during the Kargil War
- Insights into the life of a soldier on the front lines
- The importance of Kargil Vijay Diwas in remembering and honoring our heroes
- A message of bravery, resilience, and patriotism
Don't miss this inspiring and emotional episode as we pay homage to one of India's bravest soldiers.
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Timestamps:
(00:00)Episode Highlights
(00:44) Intro
(02:01) Welcome
(2:35) Village, School , Indian Army
(03:59) Selection Process For Unit
(04:27) Naresh
(05:49) Kargil War
(08:29) Air Attack
(09:34) Reaction
(10:23) Attack
(10:48) Location Finding
(11:30) Saurabh Kalia
(11:52) Injurys
(13:35) Rescue
(14:34) Death Telegram, Father
(15:32) Support From Government, CM Prem Kumar Dhumal
(16:38) Misbehave in Nahan Hospital
(18:36) Current Job
(19:01) Indian Army To Civilian Life, Rules
(21:02) Agniveer
(22:32) Message For Youth
(23:27) Indian Army
(25:25) Outro