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Remains of martyr Lance Naik Purama Goparaju reach Hyderabad

A wreath-laying ceremony will be organised on Wednesday

HYDERABAD: The mortal remains of Lance Naik Purama Goparaju, who died in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, arrived in Hyderabad on Tuesday evening.

Lance Naik Goparaju of the 6 Madras Regiment had exhibited unwavering commitment and indomitable courage in the line of duty, a statement said.

His mortal remains were received at the Military Hospital in Secunderabad, where a wreath-laying ceremony will be organised early on Wednesday. The remains be taken to his hometown, Pallekola, Bhattiprolu tehsil in Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, where he will be accorded a funeral with military honours.

( Source : Deccan Chronicle. )
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