150 Indian peacekeeping soldiers serving with the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) were honored with medals of honor by the UN for their dedicated service and sacrifice.
India is one of the top troop-contributing nations to UN Peacekeeping Missions.
It is the second largest contributor of peacekeepers to UNMISS with more than 2,400 military and police personnel currently deployed in the mission.
UNMISS is working in South Sudan to deter violence against civilians by providing a safe and secure environment for the people.