Indian peacekeeper Pradhan honoured posthumously by UN

Naib Subedar Sujit Kumar Pradhan of the Indian Army was martyred while serving with the UN Mission in South Sudan. Honoured with the Dag Hammarskjold Medal on May 29, 2026, his sacrifice reflects India's commitment to peacekeeping. UNMISS praised his courage, professionalism and dedication to protecting civilians. His death highlights the risks faced by peacekeepers globally.