Major Swali Ebrahim Bakali
On receiving specific information about presence of foreign terrorists in a house in village khumrial, kupwara(J&K). Major Swali Ebrahim Bakali lead a team of daring army men and cordoned the house. The operation resulted in killing 12 foreign terrorists including IED expert Sherkhan. Also, recovered a large quantity of automatic weapons, grenades and live ammunition.
Other Winners
Chief Fire Officers – When fire engulfed a 100-year-old building
Fire Officer Nitin Ivalekar – He climbed, while the others ran away
Major Atul Garje – He died to save hundreds of lives
Sepoy Laxman Gawas – Brave Maratha Regiment Sepoy