Havildar Ravindra Singh, a dedicated member of the Indian Army’s 15th Garhwal Rifles, has sadly passed away after experiencing a heart attack while on duty in Along (Aalo), Arunachal Pradesh. His death was confirmed by officials and family members, sparking widespread mourning in his home village.
At the age of 36, Singh was originally from Agar village in the Dashjula Patti area of Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand. He was fulfilling his duties under challenging operational conditions when the cardiac arrest occurred. Singh leaves behind his wife, a son, and a daughter.
The family has shared that his mortal remains are expected to arrive at the Army camp in Rudraprayag by Monday night. Plans are in place to transport the body to his native village early Tuesday morning, where final rites will be conducted. The cremation is set to take place with full military honours at the confluence of the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers in Rudraprayag, a location of significant cultural importance.
The news of Havildar Singh’s passing has cast a shadow over the entire Agar village, prompting deep sorrow among its residents. Village head Chandrakala Devi expressed how profoundly the loss has impacted the community. Local social worker Pankaj Singh reminisced about Singh’s time in the army, noting that he joined the 15th Garhwal Rifles in 2008 and was known for his humble nature and approachable demeanor.
Sari Jaivardhan Kandpal, a District Panchayat member, extended heartfelt condolences, highlighting Singh’s dedication and honour in service to the nation. He remarked, “His passing has sent a wave of grief across the district. The people are proud of this brave son of the soil, whose service to the nation will always be remembered with respect.”
Both the Indian Army and local community members are paying tribute to Havildar Ravindra Singh, acknowledging his commitment to his country and expressing support for his grieving family during this difficult time.
