Rajnath Singh pays tribute to the brave soldiers at Sherethang in Sikkim

Rajnath Singh addresses Indian Army personnel at the Sherathang War Memorial in Sikkim on Diwali, November 8. Photo credit: x/@rajnathsingh

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday (November 8, 2026) visited Sherethang near Nathu La in Sikkim where he paid tribute to the brave soldiers at the war memorial.

He was received at Sherethang by Gangtok District Collector Rohan Agawane, Superintendent of Police Dr. Tsering Namgyal Gyatso and Home Ministry Joint Secretary John Gurung along with senior army officials.

Paying homage at the Sherethang War Memorial in East Sikkim, Mr. Singh honored the brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation and paid tribute to their courage and bravery in protecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country, officials said.

The minister interacted with the defense personnel deployed in the region and appreciated their commitment and service in protecting the country’s borders under challenging conditions, they said.

Mr. Singh also visited the Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir and paid obeisance to the revered shrine, which holds immense significance for Army personnel.

Published – November 8, 2026 12:32 PM IST