India’s longstanding contribution to global peacekeeping mission received a significant recognition as 651 Indian Army personnel serving under the United Nations have been awarded the prestigious United Nations Medal during a ceremonial Medal Parade held at the Permanent Operating Base Sake in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
The medals were presented during a ceremony held yesterday, honouring the Indian contingent for its professionalism, operational excellence and dedicated service under the United Nations peacekeeping mission.
The event was attended by senior officials of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), representatives from the Force Headquarters, military commanders and other distinguished guests.
