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1. Who was posthumously awarded the Kirti Chakra for their sacrifices in Jammu and Kashmir's anti-terror operation?
In recognition of the extraordinary courage and dedication displayed during anti-terror operations, President Droupadi Murmu posthumously awarded the Kirti Chakra to Colonel Manpreet Singh and Deputy Superintendent of Police Himayun Muzzammil Bhat. These awards honour their selfless acts of bravery in the line of duty, with the Kirti Chakra specifically highlighting their ultimate sacrifice. Major Aashish Dhonchak and Sepoy Pardeep Singh were awarded the Shaurya Chakra for their contributions to the same operations. This recognition highlights significant contributions to counter-terror efforts and serves as an inspiring testament to the sacrifices made by these servicemen.