Army soldier dies of suspected cardiac arrest along LoC in J-K's Poonch

Mendhar, Mar 16: An Army soldier died of a suspected cardiac arrest while on duty on the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district, officials said on Monday.

Naik Tilak Singh was posted in the forward Nangi Takri area of Krishna Ghati sector, the officials said.

Paying tributes to the soldier for his courage and commitment to duty, the Army White Knight Corps said in a post on X, “In solemn remembrance, White Knight Corps pays tribute to braveheart Naik Tilak Singh, who was found unconscious while performing duty on the LoC in Krishna Ghati sector on March 15. Despite immediate medical assistance, the brave soldier could not be revived and made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.

“His unwavering courage and commitment to duty exemplify the finest traditions of the Indian Army. His supreme sacrifice will continue to inspire generations.”