Subedar Joginder Singh
The Legendary Stand: How Rifleman Jaswant Singh Rawat Single-Handedly Fought 300 Chinese Soldiers in the 1962 War
Oct 30, 2025 05:27 pm CST
During the 1962 Indo-China War, Rifleman Jaswant Singh Rawat of the 4 Garhwal Rifles made an extraordinary last stand at what is now Jaswantgarh in Arunachal Pradesh. For 72 hours, this 21-year-old soldier created the illusion of a full battalion, eliminated approximately 300 Chinese soldiers, and delayed the enemy advance by three days before making the ultimate sacrifice. His incredible bravery earned him the Maha Vir Chakra posthumously and a place of reverence in Indian military history.
The Heroic Stand at Bumla Pass: How Subedar Joginder Singh's Supreme Sacrifice Continues to Inspire India's Border Defense
Oct 25, 2025 01:04 am CST
At 15,200 feet in Arunachal Pradesh, Bumla Pass stands as a testament to extraordinary valor where Subedar Joginder Singh made his legendary last stand against Chinese forces in 1962. This article explores the historic battle site where Indian soldiers continue their vigilant defense today, and how visitors now honor the Param Vir Chakra recipient's ultimate sacrifice that remains a powerful symbol of India's military courage at this strategic border location.