Guwahati: Martyred Rifleman Suman Swargiary of the 46 Assam Rifles was laid to rest on Monday with full state honours at Baksa district in Assam.
The last rites were performed at his native in Thaikarakuchi village of Baksa. Swargiary had lost his life during an ambush that took place in Manipur on November 13. His mortal remains arrived the LGBI Airport, Guwahati on Monday morning and immediately it was taken to his native village for the last rites.
Minister Keshab Mahnata on his Twitter wrote, “Rich and final tributes to the brave heart Suman Swargiary. The martyred Assam Rifles soldier will always be remembered for his great sacrifice at the call of duty. Heartfelt condolences to the undaunted Jawan’s family. May they find strength to deal with the loss. Prayers.”
The martyred soldier has left behind his wife Jury Swargiary, and three-year-old son.