Tribune News Service

Jammu, February 8

The Northern Command will hold an investiture ceremony on February 12 in Udhampur to present 38 medals, including gallantry and service decoration, to Army men.The medals will be presented by Northern Command chief Lt Gen DS Hooda.On the occasion, President’s gallantry and distinguished service awards will be presented to military personnel and civilians for their service to the nation.Lt Gen DS Hooda will felicitate the bravehearts of the Army who had exhibited their valour and dedication while discharging their duty, said a defence spokesperson.“It will be a moment of pride and honour for all awardee officers, jawans and their families under the Command. The civilians who assisted the Army are also being felicitated on the occasion,” the spokesperson said.The spokesperson added: “A total of 19 Sena Medals (Gallantry), including three posthumously, will be presented by the Northern Command chief. Apart from the gallantry awards, nine Vishisht Seva Medals and 10 Sena Medals (Distinguished) will be presented to soldiers for their distinguished services.”A total of 15 civilians, including a Deputy Superintendent of Police, will also be awarded on the occasion.A total of 29 units deployed in the Northern Command theatre will be conferred Unit Citations for excellence in operations.