The Man Who Saved Siachen Glacier: Col Mehar Singh Dahiya, SC (Ex-GTO)

Join us in this riveting episode of Mor Talks as we sit down with the extraordinary Col Mehar Singh Dahiya, Shaurya Chakra awardee, who recounts his remarkable journey through the military and his unparalleled bravery during the Battle of Saddle at Siachen Glacier.

In this exclusive interview, Col Dahiya shares intimate details of his early life in the military, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs that shaped him into the courageous soldier he is today. From his rigorous training to his first deployment, his narrative is one of resilience and unwavering dedication to his nation.

Delving into the heart of the discussion, Col Dahiya vividly recounts his experiences at the treacherous Siachen Glacier, one of the most unforgiving battlefields in the world. With unparalleled grit and determination, he not only endured the harsh conditions but also displayed exemplary bravery during the Battle of Saddle, a pivotal moment in the history of Siachen.

His heroic actions during this intense battle earned him the prestigious Shaurya Chakra, a testament to his valor and selflessness. Through his firsthand account, listeners gain insight into the sacrifices made by our brave soldiers in safeguarding our borders, often in the most extreme environments imaginable.

Tune in to this compelling episode as Col Mehar Singh Dahiya shares his inspiring story of courage, resilience, and unwavering commitment to duty. Don't miss out on this captivating conversation that pays homage to the unsung heroes who safeguard our nation's integrity, even in the face of unimaginable adversity.

The Indian Army occupied the Siachen glacier without much opposition in April 1984 primarily outpacing the Pakistan army and by the end of the campaign season, dominated most of the strategic heights in the northern glacier. However, there was one feature named Pt 5966 of huge tactical importance which dominated both Kondush and the Siachen glacier. It also formed the left shoulder of Sia La in the northern glacier, which was unoccupied. This piece of land, barely 30 metres wide, called saddle, dominated heights far beyond northwest and was of immense tactical importance to both armies. Intercepted intelligence reports indicated that a company plus strength of the enemy special forces supported by a regiment of light mortars was building up to occupy the saddle, hold onto it and develop it as a defended locality. It was here that for his act of bravery, Major Mehar Singh Dahiya was awarded the Shaurya Chakra for gallantry. The account of his gallantry is available in the War Diary of 3 Jammu & Kashmir Light Infantry.

Mehar Singh Dahiya, as a Colonel (Col), commanded his parent battalion 3 JAK LI but before that he held many staff and instructional appointments at category A and B Army establishments. As Group Testing Officer at Selection Centre, Bangalore, he spotted and cleared Rajiv Joon and Rakesh Singh; both commissioned into 22 Grenadiers and were awarded Ashok Chakra posthumously for bravey during counter-insurgency operations in the Kashmir valley in early nineties.

Even as a veteran, Col Dahiya dons multiple hats with elan. He has been co-opted member of the Animal Welfare Board of India and is also a member of the core committee of the Haryana Academy of History and Culture. At present, he is a member of the Academic Planning Board of Chaudhry Ranbir Singh University (CRSU), Jind, and Director of a pilot project on human transformation at the CRSU. For Col Mehar Singh Dahiya, even after hanging his oval greens, there is never a dull moment in his life.

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