‘Off to rest’, Captain told mom on last call before fatal Doda encounter

Captain Deepak Singh, 25, was killed in action during a mission in J&K’s Doda. He had lied to his mother, saying he was resting, while preparing for the mission. Commissioned in 2020, he was serving with Rashtriya Rifles. His family, preparing for his future wedding, mourns his loss but is proud of his sacrifice.