Capt Singh was commissioned in the 49 Army Air Defence Regiment in 1991 and was serving with the 4 Rashtriya Rifles battalion when he died fighting militants on August 6, 1999. His battalion was under the 7 Sector Rashtriya Rifles, which further came under the command of Victor Force. The Battle Casualty Report states, “Capt Mandeep Singh was commander of the company which came under anti-national elements’ fire assault on the post. Capt Singh and his men who fought against the militant attack on their base with great courage and tenacity. Brig Sharma said that Capt Singh was a spirited and dedicated young officer, and was well regarded by his commanding officer.

Source: Indian Express February 27, 2017 21:45 UTC