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The Heroics of Rifleman Sanjay Kumar in the 1999 Kargil War

Imagine this: a young soldier, facing relentless machine gun fire in the treacherous, mountainous terrain of Kargil, runs head-on toward enemy bunkers. Bleeding profusely from bullet wounds, he storms into the bunker, eliminates the enemy, and then moves on to the next one—single-handedly changing the course of the battle! This is not a scene from a war movie; it’s the real-life story of Rifleman Sanjay Kumar, a true hero who became a legend at the young age of 23.

In this Documentary, we explore the extraordinary bravery of Rifleman Sanjay Kumar, who was awarded India’s highest military honour, the Param Vir Chakra, for his fearless actions during the Kargil War in 1999. His selfless act of courage and unwavering dedication to his country has inspired millions and remains a testament to the valor of the Indian Army.

Sanjay Kumar's incredible journey began in the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, where he hailed from a humble background. Despite facing multiple rejections, he persevered and joined the Indian Army in 1996 on his fourth attempt. Little did he know that he would go on to become one of India's greatest war heroes.

Let’s Xplore the story of this Braveheart and his fearless actions on that fateful night at Point 4875, also known as "The Flat Top."

In May 1999, the Kargil War erupted when Pakistani infiltrators took control of strategic points along the Line of Control. One of these key positions was Point 4875, which provided a commanding view of National Highway 1, a crucial supply route for Indian forces. On July 4, 1999, Sanjay Kumar, part of the 13th Battalion of the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles, volunteered for the mission to capture this strategic point.

Under the cover of darkness, his team began crawling toward the enemy's fortified positions, facing heavy machine gun fire from the Pakistani army. When their progress was halted, Sanjay Kumar made a daring decision—he stood up and ran toward the enemy bunker, zigzagging through enemy fire. Despite being shot in the chest and shoulder, he continued his assault. In a hand-to-hand battle, he killed three enemy soldiers inside the bunker.

But his heroics didn’t end there. Wounded and bleeding, he charged toward the second enemy bunker. Seeing the blood-covered soldier charging toward them, the Pakistani soldiers panicked and fled. Sanjay Kumar seized their machine gun and used it to take down the fleeing enemy, securing the area known as "The Flat Top" and ensuring a critical victory for India in the Kargil War.

Despite his injuries, Sanjay refused to be evacuated, motivating his comrades to push forward and capture the strategic location. His bravery not only saved countless lives but also turned the tide of the war in India’s favour.

For his unparalleled courage and selflessness, Sanjay Kumar was awarded the Param Vir Chakra. In 2014, he was promoted to Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) as Naib Subedar. Today, he continues to serve as Subedar Major at the National Defence Academy, training the next generation of Indian soldiers.

Rifleman Sanjay Kumar’s story leaves us awestruck. What motivates soldiers like him? What drives them to sacrifice their lives for the nation? As he puts it, "War is won by teamwork. War is won by sacrifices."

Watch this Documentary to learn more about Rifleman Sanjay Kumar's incredible journey and the heroic actions that earned him the nation’s highest honour. His story is a reminder of the bravery and dedication of the Indian Army.

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Producer - Karamjit Dua
Co-Producers - Devdarshan Chakrabortyy, Alpana Dubey & Vanshri Ratna
Creative Director - Sahil Mehta
Senior Advisor - Major General V.D. Chowgule Retd.
Content Advisor Armed Forces - Col. Naresh Bhardwaj Retd.
Story & Research - Tajinder Kaur
Digital Marketing Executive – Sahar Dua
Research Executive - Aviva Tuteja
Legal Teams - Jotwani & Associates
Script - Devesh Nigam
Camera Team - Binod Rai, Shishir Anand, Shashi Sharma, Ramesh Gosh, Sanjay Kumar Mandal
Sound Recordist - Lav Pratap Singh

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