LEH: Two soldiers lost their lives while undertaking critical repair of military equipment in Ladakh on Thursday, the Indian Army said. The soldier, identified as Sankara Rao Gottapu, sustained fatal injuries in the accident. “On 11 July 2024, around 1000 hr while undertaking critical repair of military equipment, Cfn Sankara Rao Gottapu sustained fatal injuries due to an accidental component burst. HAV Shahnawaz Ahmad Bhat, too sustained grievous injuries and was air evacuated for further treatment to Leh. However, despite the best efforts of the medical staff, he succumbed to his injuries in the evening,” Fire and Fury Corps, Indian Army posted on X. The Indian Army said that it regrets the loss of the brave soldier deployed in Ladakh. “GOC Fire and Fury Corps and All Ranks salute the Bravehearts who made supreme sacrifice, in the line of duty in Ladakh on 11 July 24 and offer deep condolences to the bereaved families in this hour of grief,” it stated.
