Army captain dies in Siachen avalanche
An army spoeksman said Regimental Medical Officer Captain Ashwini Kumar lost his life when his patrol party came under an
avalanche.
Altogether 15 soldiers were rescued after the avalanche struck the patrol party in southern area of glacier.
The mortal remains of the officer have been sent to Patiala, his native place.
Lt Gen D S Hooda, Northern Army Commander has expressed deep condolences for the loss of the brave officer.
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