Indian peacekeeper Naik Dhananjay Kumar Singh, who served with the UN Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo, will be posthumously honored with the prestigious Dag Hammarskjöld Medal on International Day of UN Peacekeepers. India has a significant history of contributing troops to UN missions, with 168 Indian peacekeepers having sacrificed their lives under the UN flag. The International Day of UN Peacekeepers commemorates the dedication and sacrifices of peacekeepers worldwide, including Maj. Furqan Niazi from Pakistan, who saved lives while serving with the UN Interim Security Force for Abyei. Various countries, such as Pakistan and China, have also been highlighted for their contributions to UN peacekeeping missions.
#WATCH | This #IndianPeacekeeper is the winner of the 2023 #UnitedNations Military Gender Advocate of the Year award. https://t.co/mgVWmb0o0i
#TBT through @UNPeacekeeping decades from the 1940s, when UN Member States deployed the first Blue Helmets to Asia and the Middle East. Read our latest Stories from the UN Archive⤵️ https://t.co/9pInqcn8XS https://t.co/JFb9RSmzA7
India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ruchira Kamboj tweets, "Excited for the upcoming UN Summit of the Future. India’s dedication to committed multilateralism shines as we embrace this opportunity to repurpose the UN for collective global progress. Together, we… https://t.co/JQHtDmmhBz
Happy International Day of UN Peacekeepers! ☮️ 🕊️ 🌍 To learn about links between the environment, peace, and the #SDGs, check out our SDG Academy Library video, Evolution of Environment, Peace, and Conflict Linkages. Watch now! ➡️ https://t.co/L8eaRWv2s0 #PKDay #PeaceBegins https://t.co/1QLQsztGMB
Today the world marks the Day of @UN Peacekeepers 🇺🇳 Over 30 years, 🇺🇦 warriors proved resilient & professional peacekeepers all over the globe. Today they are focused on defending their own homeland Sincere gratitude to our defenders who do bring peace & stability to the world https://t.co/FJdJbV2AUK
The #IndianArmy commemorated the 76th International Day of #UnitedNations Peacekeepers by paying homage to fallen heroes at the National War Memorial, New Delhi. Lt. Gen Rakesh Kapoor, Deputy Chief of the Army Staff, along with officials from the United Nations, the Ministry of… https://t.co/FrhNz8Q0xl
On UN Peacekeepers Day, PM lauds Blue Helmets’ contributions to peace #ARYNews https://t.co/4fvtgoZmo3
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's statement on the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers: https://t.co/dxCKfhsrGd
May 29 marks #InternationalDayofUNPeacekeepers. China has dispatched over 50,000 peacekeepers to more than 20 countries and regions since the country started participating in UN peacekeeping operations in 1990, making great contributions to world peace and development. #OnThisDay https://t.co/EPKyvmAoHZ
🇮🇳🇺🇳 Seats For Peace? UN Envoy Hails India's "Commitment To Global Security" On #PeacekeepingDay Ruchira Kamboj praised the "bravery and dedication" of India's peacekeepers "who make the world a safer place." But as the second largest troop contributor - approx 7.6k in 10 of… https://t.co/OZXTDwEtuW https://t.co/0LmKdHu2M6
#ISPR Today, #Pakistan joins the international community in commemorating International Peacekeepers Day, paying tribute to the brave men and women who have served in United Nations peacekeeping missions around the world. Pakistan is one of the largest contributors to UN… https://t.co/Pdd0G6l9MH
India & UN Peacekeeping: -India has contributed nearly 195,000 troops, most from any country, to over 49 UN missions -168 Indian peacekeepers have made the supreme sacrifice under the UN flag -Indian contingent at UN Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) was the first all-women contingent https://t.co/PPw6BnhOAa https://t.co/uELl7DL2IY
External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar conveys his wishes on International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers today. @UNPeacekeeping https://t.co/rbu3Qz9Kzr
Indian peacekeeper to be honoured posthumously with prestigious #UN medal for sacrifice in line of duty https://t.co/2IByYN9aIL
VIDEO | "This is a matter of honour and privilege for me that I get to, not to represent my team but all the esteemed collegues of mine, the peacekeepers in MONUSCO and especially my home country India. Representing a country at such an international forum is a feeling beyond… https://t.co/8HNSaftYft
On the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, salute the valour of the brave men and women who dedicate themselves to maintaining peace and security in regions affected by conflict. Honour especially memory of those who have made the supreme sacrifice in carrying out the cause… https://t.co/W32kUwvw4T
VIDEO | "Today, on the International Day of United Peacekeepers we come together to honour India's exceptional contributions to global peace and security. Our brave peacekeepers have shown unwavering courage and steadfast dedication and an unyielding commitment to protecting… https://t.co/tQi7fQEYg8
UN peacekeepers serve in some of the most dangerous places, protecting the most vulnerable This is the story of Maj. Furqan Niazi from Pakistan, deployed with UN Interim Security Force for Abyei, who saved lives under fire while losing one of his fellow “blue helmets” #PKDay https://t.co/cH04nHQ5cw
"Countless Indian peacekeepers have made the ultimate sacrifice under the blue flag laying down life in pursuit of peace...", @IndiainNewYork @ruchirakamboj pays homage to Indian UN peacekeepers on on UN peacekeeping day. https://t.co/T7y46Bimow
This year's International Day of United Nations peacekeepers honors more than 4,000 peacekeepers who have lost their lives serving for peace. https://t.co/01V80estX0
#IEWorld | Indian peacekeeper to be honoured posthumously with prestigious UN medal for sacrifice in line of duty https://t.co/1XGvghoE76
Secretary-General António Guterres will posthumously honor Indian peacekeeper Naik Dhananjay Kumar Singh, who served with the UN Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO), with the Dag Hammarskjöld Medal on Thursday.