A Special cover was released to celebrate Golden Jubilee of the Operation Cactus Lily at Bengaluru on 27th January 2022.
On 11th December 1971, 2 Para (Maratha) airborne groups executed the only airborne assault in the history of independent India. The operation led to capitulation of Pakistani forces in East Pakistan which hastened their surrender and resulted in creation of Bangladesh. The battalion holds the distinction of being the 1st unit to enter Dhaka and demand surrender from Lt. Gen. AAK Niazi, Commander in Chief, East Pakistan. This special cover is released as a part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav in honour of our brave soldiers who fought valiantly during the operation.
Cover Code: KTK/08/2022
Courtesy: Suresh Rao, Bengaluru.
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