Assam Rifles Honors Fallen Hero Havildar K.K. Mahato with Wreath-Laying Ceremony in Arunachal Pradesh

KHONSA, ARUNACHAL PRADESH, Feb 9, 2026 – In a poignant display of military tradition and respect, the Khonsa Battalion of Assam Rifles organized a solemn wreath-laying ceremony on February 8, 2026, to commemorate the supreme sacrifice of Havildar (Late) K.K. Mahato.

The event served as a powerful reminder of the courage displayed by those serving in the remote frontier regions of Northeast India.The ceremony took place at the Battalion War Memorial, where the Commandant, along with fellow troops, offered floral tributes and observed a moment of silence for the departed braveheart. Officers present at the site highlighted Havildar Mahato’s unwavering devotion to duty and his legacy of selfless service to the nation.

This tribute not only honored his memory but also reinforced the deep-rooted values of valor and sacrifice that define the “Sentinels of the Northeast.