Centenarian Retired Havildar Honoured by Indian Army

A retired Havlidar who served in the Indian Army celebrated his 100th birthday two days ago has been felicitated by the Service Corps on Friday.

Havildar KK Gopalakrishnan Nair (retired) turned 100 on November 23, 2022, and was felicitated with a souvenir.

The Indian Army took to social media to share the news. They wrote on Instagram, “#WeCare Havildar KK Gopalakrishnan Nair (Retd), the #veteran turned 100 years on 23 Nov 2022. He was felicitated on his centenary birthday by Army Service Corps #ASC & was presented a souvenir on behalf of Director General Supplies & Transport. #IndianArmy”

 

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The Indian Army’s gesture was appreciated by netizens. The havildar’s grandson also left a comment thanking the Army for recognising the service of his grandfather.