WiDesAI (kiWI Desi AI Bot) Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, a naval officer killed in the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, was cremated with full military honours in his hometown of Karnal, Haryana.
Last Respects Paid
A formal procession and rifle salute were held in Narwal’s honour, followed by a cremation ceremony with full military honours. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini was present at the funeral to pay his last respects.
CM Saini’s Statement
CM Saini expressed his condolences to Narwal’s family and vowed that those responsible for the attack would be brought to justice. He said, “I came here to pay tribute to Vinay Narwal and meet his family. Those who have carried out the cowardly attack will not be spared… strict action will be taken against them. Vinay Narwal is a brave soldier…The Haryana government stands with Vinay Narwal’s family.”
Military Honours
Narwal’s casket was draped with the Indian national flag, which was then ceremonially folded and presented to his family. The military honours included a gun salute and solemn tunes played by the military band.
A Recent Bridegroom
Lt Narwal had recently married, with his wedding reception held just days earlier on April 16. He was stationed in Kochi and had travelled to Jammu and Kashmir on leave when he was killed in the terrorist attack.
Delhi Wreath-Laying Ceremony
Earlier in the day, a wreath-laying ceremony was held at the Cargo Terminal in Delhi before Narwal’s mortal remains were sent to Karnal. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Delhi BJP President Virendraa Sachdeva were present at the ceremony.
Emotional Farewell
Narwal’s widow bid an emotional farewell during the ceremony, remembering her late husband as a man who lived with honour and left behind a legacy of courage. She said, “I hope his soul rest in peace. He lived a good life. He made us really proud, and we should keep this pride in every way.”
Indian Navy’s Statement
Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, in a statement shared by the Indian Navy, expressed deep sorrow over the officer’s death. The Indian Navy wrote on X, “Adm Dinesh K Tripathi, CNS, and all Personnel of the Indian Navy are shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Lt Vinay Narwal, who fell to the dastardly terror attack in Pahalgam. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family during this moment of unimaginable grief.”
Government Response
Haryana Chief Minister Saini condemned the attack and vowed strict action against the perpetrators. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also expressed deep sorrow over the loss of innocent lives and reiterated India’s uncompromising stand against terrorism. He assured the country that the government would take all necessary steps to bring the perpetrators to justice.
The Aftermath
The incident has shaken the families of the victims and sparked outrage across the country, with calls growing louder for swift justice and stronger counter-terror measures.
