In Nagaland, the 26th Memorial Day of Mahavir Chakra awardee (posthumous) Captain Neikezhakuo Kenguruse was observed today at Nerhema Phezha Village, commemorating his ultimate sacrifice during the 1999 Kargil War.

Organized by the Indian Army and Assam Rifles, the ceremony began with wreath-laying and lighting of Amar Jawan Jyoti. It also featured a prayer service and screening of a short documentary on Captain Kenguruse’s gallant sacrifice. A ceremonial march past was presented by contingents from NCC, ex-servicemen, and pipe bands of Assam Rifles and Fernbrook School.