Guwahati

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday paid tributes to Captain Jintu Gogoi, who was killed in the Kargil War, and said his legacy continues to inspire generations.

The Army officer hailed from Golaghat district.

In a post on X, the chief minister said, "Humble tributes to Shaheed Captain Jintu Gogoi (Vir Chakra) on his Martyrdom Day."

Humble tributes to Shaheed Captain Jintu Gogoi (Vir Chakra) on his Martyrdom Day.

His unwavering devotion to Maa Bharti and his supreme sacrifice during the Kargil War embody the highest ideals of courage, duty and patriotism. His legacy will continue to inspire generations. pic.twitter.com/TyyGjq7yNC

— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) June 30, 2026

"His unwavering devotion to Maa Bharti and his supreme sacrifice during the Kargil War embody the highest ideals of courage, duty and patriotism. His legacy will continue to inspire generations," he added.

Captain Gogoi was killed in action on the intervening night of June 29-30 in 1999 while leading his troops to evict the enemy from Ridge Line Kala Pathar in Batalik sub-sector during 'Operation Vijay'.

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The 29-year-old officer took down two enemy soldiers before making the supreme sacrifice for the nation.