Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, a celebrated Kargil War hero and recipient of the Mahavir Chakra, passed away from a heart attack at his home in Ladakh, India on Friday, at the age of 61. He was renowned for his leadership during the 1999 Kargil War, where he played a crucial role in securing the Chorbat La area along the Line of Control with Pakistan. Wangchuk led personnel from the Ladakh Scouts, establishing observation posts and engaging enemy troops under challenging conditions. His gallantry citation details his courageous actions, including climbing through deep snow to confront enemy soldiers and leading assaults that resulted in significant enemy casualties. In recognition of his bravery, two military posts were named ‘Sonam 1’ and ‘Sonam 2’ in his honor. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed deep sorrow over Wangchuk's passing, commending his unwavering commitment to duty and his embodiment of the resilient spirit of Ladakh.