Lt Shashank Tiwari Being Awarded Kirti Chakra
Lt Shashank Tiwari of Army Service Corps, 1 Sikkim Scouts was posthumously awarded the Kirti Chakra, the Country’s second-highest peacetime Gallantry Award. The award acknowledges his extreme bravery, devotion, and highest sacrifice for the nation.
Lt Shashank Tiwari was from Ayodhya, UP. As a kid, he was very determined and had a strong sense of patriotism. Enlisting in the Indian Army was not only a job decision for him but a childhood fantasy fueled by the principles of courage, discipline, and service to the motherland. His peers, friends, and family always remember him as a man who embodied humility and leadership traits.
During his brief but effective military career, Lt Shashank was a perfect example of professionalism. He was a protector of his soldiers and never hesitated to risk his life for their safety. At the time of utmost peril, he sacrificed himself while rescuing his comrade. This act of courage is an expression of the real spirit of the Indian Army’s creed- the safety, honor, and welfare of your country come first always and every time. His tale has now become synonymous with selfless dedication, inspiring soldiers and civilians alike.
Kirti Chakra is for Gallantry Acts, dashing courage, and selfless sacrifice in a situation not related to battle. The fact that he was awarded the prestigious honor posthumously speaks volumes about the enormity of Lt Shashank's gallant act. It guarantees that his sacrifice will be remembered forever in the history of the nation. He is one of the few heroes whose name finds mention not just on medals but also in the hearts of millions of Indians.
Gallantry Awards 2025
On Independence Day eve 2025, President Smt. Droupadi Murmu sanctioned a total of 127 gallantry awards and 40 distinguished service awards to the Armed Forces and the Central Armed Police Forces Personnel.
These are
04 Kirti Chakras
15 Vir Chakras
16 Shaurya Chakras
02 Bar to Sena Medals (Gallantry)
58 Sena Medals (Gallantry)
06 Nao Sena Medals (Gallantry)
26 Vayu Sena Medals (Gallantry)
07 Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medals
09 Uttam Yudh Seva Medals
24 Yudh Seva Medals
Also, 290 Mention-in-Despatches were sanctioned:
115 Indian Army personnel
05 from the Indian Navy
167 of the Indian Air Force
03 of the Border Roads Development Board (BRDB)
This huge number of awards shows the enormous bravery and commitment of India’s soldiers who keep defending the country in all conditions.
A Legacy That Inspires Generations
Lt Shashank Tiwari’s sacrifice reminds us that real heroes are not defined by the length of their lives but by the depth of their actions. His unwavering spirit will continue to motivate young aspirants who dream of joining the armed forces. For his comrades, his memory will live on as an example of leadership, loyalty, and sacrifice.
As a people, we bow our heads in respect to Lt Shashank Tiwari and to all the gallant men and women who were being honored for their service this year. Their tales remind us that the passion of freedom and patriotism is sustained not only by words but by acts of unprecedented courage and selflessness.
Lt Shashank's name will always be a guiding light of courage. His Kirti chakra is not merely an honor, but a reminder of our soldiers sacrifices so that the rest of the country can live peacefully.
Read more:
Remembering Lt. Shashank Tiwari: A Tale of Courage and Sacrifice That Moved the Nation
Indian Army Honors Lieutenant Shashank Tiwari, Who Lost His Life During a Heroic Rescue Mission
