New Delhi: Former commander of the Army’s Western Command Lt Gen P N Hoon died in Panchkula on Monday, January 6. He was 90 years old.
Lt Gen Hoon has been admitted in Command Hospital, Chandimandir, Panchkula for two days due to illness and was declared dead around at 5.30 pm on Monday evening.
Born in India on October 4, 1929 (before the partition), Lt Gen Hoon had joined the Indian Army and led Operation Meghdoot, the code-name for the Indian Armed Forces operation to capture the Siachen Glacier in the Kashmir region, precipitating the Siachen Conflict. This action resulted in India gaining control of the entire Siachen Glacier.
Lt Gen Hoon was one of the most senior military veterans in the country.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the demise of the military veteran and hailed his dedication to the nation.
“Extremely saddened by the passing away of Lt Gen PN Hoon (retd). He served India with utmost dedication and contributed significantly towards making our nation stronger and more secure. My thoughts are with his family and friends in this sad hour. Om Shanti,” he tweeted.
(With inputs from PTI, ANI)
