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Captain Sumit Roy, Captain Anuj Nayyar, and Captain Hanif-ud-Din.The event was also attended by Captain Roy's mother, Swapna Roy, who joined others in remembering the young officers' bravery.Sood highlighted the youth of these officers, noting that they were barely out of college when they took command in critical battles.'They showed the kind of leadership that is rare. Their courage ensured the Indian flag remained firmly placed on our mountains,' he said.The education minister used the occasion to speak about the broader meaning of patriotism.He said service to the country can take many forms, following rules, maintaining cleanliness, and caring for public spaces are also acts of national responsibility.'Everyone wants to look up to Bhagat Singh, but few want to raise him. Yet even today, many Indian families raise children willing to serve and sacrifice,' he said.Sood also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiative of establishing the National War Memorial in New Delhi and acknowledged the daily practice of honouring the families of martyrs there.He said this effort gives national recognition to their sacrifices and keeps their memory alive in public consciousness.On behalf of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the minister assured families of continued government support.(WITH INPUTS FROM PTI)- Ends
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