The Indian Army’s Western Command has decided to sponsor the education of a 10-year-old boy named Svarn Singh, who helped soldiers by providing milk, lassi, tea, and ice during Operation Sindoor at the border. During the heavy gunfight, Svarn helped the soldiers by doing small tasks, carrying daily essentials like water, food, and other supplies to them without anyone asking him to.

To honour his courage, the Indian Army’s Golden Arrow Division announced that it will fully sponsor Svarn Singh’s education. Recognising his brave efforts, a special ceremony was held on Saturday at Ferozepur Cantonment, where Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar, head of the Indian Army's Western Command, felicitated the young boy. During the event, he spoke about the deep bond between the Army and the people of Punjab, and highlighted the Army’s commitment to supporting and nurturing the next generation.

A statement from the Western Command said, “This step shows that the Army is not only protecting the country’s borders but also helping build a better future.” They  further said Shvan’s story shows how ordinary people quietly become heroes and deserve to be supported and celebrated.

Svarn, who lives in Mamdot area of Ferozepur district, has said he dreams of joining the Indian Army when he grows up. “I want to become a fauji and serve the country,” he said in May. His proud father added, “Even the soldiers loved him. He took food and water to them on his own.” Tara Wali village is just 2 km from the India-Pakistan border. Operation Sindoor was launched on May 7 in response to a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, which killed 26 people. 

As part of the operation, the Indian armed forces struck nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, including locations linked to groups like Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba. After this, Pakistan responded with attacks and shelling near the border for three days.