Ceremony honours Indian soldiers who lost their lives during the Second World War.
High Commissioner of India to Singapore Dr Shilpak Ambule attended a Remembrance Day ceremony at the Kranji War Memorial in Singapore to honour soldiers who lost their lives during the Second World War. The ceremony also recognised the contributions and sacrifice of Indian servicemen, with family members of two fallen soldiers participating in the wreath-laying proceedings.
The solemn observance commemorated the courage and service of soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice during the war. Dr Ambule joined the ceremony in remembrance of those who lost their lives, paying tribute to their enduring legacy.
Families of Sapper Marimuthu of the 13 Field Company, Madras Sappers, and Captain Mohan Hanawar of the 5/14 Punjab Regiment also attended the ceremony and laid wreaths in honour of their fallen relatives.
Their participation highlighted the personal legacy of those who served during the Second World War and the continued remembrance of their sacrifices by subsequent generations.
The Kranji War Memorial is a site of remembrance in Singapore, commemorating servicemen and women who died during the Second World War. The annual Remembrance Day observance provides an opportunity to honour those who lost their lives in wartime and recognise their contributions to history.
The ceremony also reflected the historical connections between India and Singapore, particularly the sacrifices made by Indian soldiers during the Second World War. Through commemorative activities such as wreath-laying, their service and contributions continue to be remembered.
The participation of Dr Ambule and the families of the fallen soldiers paid tribute to the courage of the servicemen and the lasting significance of their sacrifice.
Source: High Commission of India in Singapore
