As the mortal remains of Colonel Bikkumalla Santosh Babu, who was martyred during clashes with the Chinese troops in Ladakh, were consigned to flames with full military honours on Thursday. Thousands of people wearing masks chanted “Santosh Babu Amar Rahe,” “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” and “Vande Mataram” as they participated in the funeral procession, while scores stood in their balconies and showered flowers on the army vehicle carrying him. Here are some images that show how thousands bid a tearful adieu to the brave soldier, Col Santosh Babu:
Parents of Colonel B Santosh BabuColonel B Santosh Babu who hailed from Suryapet district-Telangana, was martyred in the conflict bet… Read More
Colonel B Santosh Babu who hailed from Suryapet district-Telangana, was martyred in the conflict between China and India. His parents grieve after the news broke at their residence in Suryapet.
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Social distancing boxes drawn outside Col Santosh Babu’s residence before the arrival of the mortal remains at his hometown in Suryapet.
Floral Tributes
Wife of Col Santosh Babu pays a floral tribute to him, at the Hakimpet Air force station in Hyderabad.
Wife Of Colonel B. Santosh Babu
Santoshi, wife of Colonel B. Santosh Babu, mourns by the coffin during his funeral at their hometown at Suryapet.
Deadliest Conflict In Last 45 Years
Colonel B. Santosh Babu was among the twenty Indian soldiers who were martyred in a clash with Chinese troops on Monday night – one that is said to be the deadliest conflict between the two sides in 45 years.
Full Military Honours
Mortal remains of Colonel Bikkumalla Santosh Babu were consigned to flames with full military honours, on Thursday.
Mark Of Respect
Most of the shops and establishments in the town remained closed as a mark of respect to the departed soldier.
Colonel Santosh Babu’s Father Performs His Last Rites
The funeral took place on the family’s land. The Colonel’s father performed the rituals while the Army accorded a gun salute to him.
Mother’s Love
Mother of Colonel Santosh Babu crying during his last rites at Suryapet in Telangana, on Thursday.
Draped In The Tricolour
Colonel Santosh’s body was draped in tricolour; a large number of people paid their last respects to him.