Srinagar, June 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday paid rich tributes to Brigadier Rajinder Singh, remembering his unparalleled courage and supreme sacrifice in safeguarding Jammu and Kashmir during the 1947 tribal invasion.

In a message posted on X, Lieutenant Governor described Brigadier Rajinder Singh as the "Saviour of Jammu and Kashmir" and said the nation remains forever indebted to his devotion and sacrifice for the motherland.
"Remembering saviour of J&K, the great warrior Brig. Rajinder Singh Ji on his Jayanti. The nation remains forever indebted to his supreme sacrifice and love for the motherland. His life and unmatched gallantry continue to inspire every Indian to uphold the ideals of duty and service to the nation," Sinha said.
Brigadier Rajinder Singh, who was born on June 14, 1899, is widely remembered for his decisive role in resisting Pakistani tribal invaders during the 1947 conflict. Along with a small contingent of around 100 soldiers, he led a valiant defence at Uri, delaying the advancing forces and buying crucial time for the arrival of the Indian Army in Srinagar.
His actions came at a critical juncture when Maharaja Hari Singh signed the Instrument of Accession, paving the way for Jammu and Kashmir's accession to India.
Brigadier Rajinder Singh laid down his life in the line of duty and is regarded as one of India's earliest military heroes after Independence. His courage and leadership continue to be commemorated across the country, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir.