 Early Times Report
Jammu, May 28: Shravan Singh, a 10-year-old boy from Tara Wali, a small border village in Punjab’s Ferozepur district, has captured the nation’s heart with his extraordinary courage and patriotism during Operation Sindoor. Amid heightened tensions along the Indo-Pak border, when most civilians sought safety indoors, Shravan stepped forward to support Indian Army soldiers, earning him widespread acclaim and the title of “the youngest civilian warrior of Operation Sindoor.”
During the intense cross-border hostilities that followed India’s precision strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) from May 7 to May 10, 2025, Shravan braved drone attacks and the looming threat of shelling to deliver essential supplies to soldiers stationed in his family’s fields near the International Border. For ten consecutive days, the young boy provided milk, lassi, water, and ice to troops deployed in the Tara Wali area, boosting their morale during a critical military operation launched in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians.
Shravan’s selfless service, undertaken in a war-like environment, has resonated across the country, with social media platforms flooded with images of him being felicitated by Indian Army officers for his “unpa Shravan braved drone attacks and the looming threat of shelling to deliver essential supplies to soldiers stationed in his family’s fields near the International Border.
For ten consecutive days, the young boy provided milk, lassi, water, and ice to troops deployed in the Tara Wali area.
Shravan’s selfless service, undertaken in a war-like environment, has resonated across the country, with social media platforms flooded with images of him being felicitated by Indian Army officers.
His actions not only supported the soldiers but also sent a powerful message of unity and dedication from civilians during a time of crisis.
“I enjoyed serving the soldiers during the war. For ten days, I brought milk, ice, cold water, and lassi to the soldiers in our fields,” Shravan told reporters after being honored by the Army. “It’s my dream to join the Indian Army. I wasn’t scared. I want to be a soldier when I grow up. The soldiers loved me, and I loved helping them.”
Shravan, the son of local farmer Sona Singh, became a symbol of courage and affection for the troops. His father, initially hesitant due to the dangerous situation, supported his son’s resolve. “We were worried about the shelling and war-like conditions, but Shravan was determined to help the soldiers,” Sona Singh said. “He didn’t miss a single day. We stood by him, and he stood by the jawans.”
The Indian Army recognized Shravan’s remarkable contribution in a special ceremony led by Major General Ranjit Singh Manral, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 7th Infantry Division. The young hero was presented with a memento, a hearty meal, and his favorite treat—ice cream. “They gave me food and ice cream. I’m very happy,” Shravan said with a beaming smile, a moment of pride for both him and his family. |
