Rifleman Zahid Abass Mir of 5 JAK LI made the supreme sacrifice fighting terrorists in the Gurez sector of Jammu and Kashmir on 7 October 2006. He was awarded the Shaurya Chakra posthumously.
On 7 October 2026, The Veterans Post remembers Rifleman Zahid Abass Mir on the 20th anniversary of his supreme sacrifice in defence of the nation.
Serving with 5 JAK LI, Rifleman Mir lost his life while fighting terrorists and defending the Line of Control in the Gurez sector of Jammu and Kashmir on 7 October 2006.
Service and Recognition
Rifleman Mir was awarded the Shaurya Chakra posthumously. His service and sacrifice are remembered with respect, honouring his courage and devotion to duty.
Service Details
Name: Zahid Abass Mir
Rank: Rifleman
Unit: 5 JAK LI
Award: Shaurya Chakra (Posthumous)
Date of sacrifice: 7 October 2006
Location: Gurez sector, Jammu and Kashmir
Circumstances: Fighting terrorists while defending the Line of Control
Remembering Rifleman Zahid Abass Mir
Twenty years after his sacrifice, The Veterans Post honours Rifleman Zahid Abass Mir’s service to the nation and remembers his courage, devotion to duty and supreme sacrifice.