Paris: The Indian community in Paris gathered at the Arc de Triomphe recently to mark the anniversary of the 2019 Pulwama attack. The event was organized by Indians in France Global to honor the 40 personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) who were killed in one of the deadliest terror attacks on Indian security forces.
On February 14, 2019, a suicide bomber rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into a convoy of CRPF buses in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir, triggering nationwide grief and international condemnation. The attack continues to be remembered each year as a symbol of sacrifice and national resilience.
The ceremony began with floral tributes and a moment of silence. Members of the community held candles and the Indian flag, paying respects to the fallen soldiers and expressing solidarity with their families back home.
Speaking on the occasion, Daljeet Singh, President of Indians in France Global, told ANI: "Today we remember the 40 brave soldiers who laid down their lives. Some sorrows never fade, and some separations never end. Lamps have been burning for years in memory of those who never returned. We bow our heads to the martyrs who protected our country and our families,' Singh said in his message, also thanking the families of the fallen personnel.
The gathering concluded with a collective pledge to keep the memory of the martyrs alive and to honor their sacrifice through remembrance and solidarity. (ANI inputs)
