Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh): A Kanpur-based Army jawan was martyred in Jammu and Kashmir during the Poonch terrorist attack on Friday. The martyred has been identified as Karan Kumar, a resident of Chaubepur.
His identity was confirmed by the Chaubepur police in-charge Sanjay Pandey. The victim's vehicle was attacked by the terrorists while driving. According to the sources, Karan Kumar, was the son of farmer Balak Singh Yadav, who joined the Indian Army in 2013.
At least five soldiers have died in the attack. Moreover, the terrorists also took to social media to post pictures from the attack site and showcased the usage of sophisticated US-made M4 carbine assault rifles. Sources said his motral remains will soon reach his residence in the district.
His younger brother Arjun said that he would take revenge from the terrorists. "The sorrow of martyrdom will remain throughout my life. But now I will also join the Indian Army and kill the terrorists," he added.
According to Arjun Karan has a son and a daughter and was the sole breadwinner of the family. He added that now he would have to take responsibility of Karan's family.
Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid tribute to the martyred Army Jawan. He has announced financial assistance of Rs 50 lakh to the martyr's family, a government job to a family member and naming of a road in the district after martyr Karan Kumar. At the same time, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has also spoke about providing all possible help to the family members of the martyr.
