Six hundred fifty-one Indian Army personnel received United Nations medals for service in the Democratic Republic of Congo peacekeeping mission.
India remains among the largest contributors of troops to UN peace operations worldwide. Congo’s eastern provinces have faced persistent armed group violence despite multinational deployments.
Medal ceremonies recognize rotations completing tours under UN command. Indian peacekeepers have served in Congo across multiple decades with periodic casualties from attacks on bases.
The recognition highlights India’s diplomatic investment in multilateral security institutions alongside its national defense modernization.
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