ndia has a lot to be proud of. Be it our rich history, or the new technological developments, be it the invention of zero or experiments like Mars Orbiter Mission, we have come a long way. One fact that everyone should know about India is that it loves peace. India as a country is so selfless that it isn't only capable of protecting itself but also goes across borders to protect and fight for humanitarian causes. So far, India has taken part in 43 Peacekeeping missions with a total contribution exceeding 160,000 troops and a significant number of police personnel. Here are the times when Indians went out of their way to help other countries in need.

7. 39 Indian Contingents laid down their lives in Congo during 1960-1964 for the withdrawal of Belgian troops

Two infantry Brigades composed of 467 officers, 401 JCOs and 11354 other ranks and a flight of 6 Canberra bomber aircraft of the Indian Air Force participated in the operations to maintain law and order. 39 personnel of the Indian contingent laid down their lives. Capt GS Salaria was awarded the Paramvir Chakra for action in Katanga, Southern Congo.

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8. India bravely fought Pakistan in 1971 for the independence of East Pakistan, now Bangladesh

Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on 27 March 1971 expressed full support of her government for the independence struggle of the people of East Pakistan, now called Bangladesh. We, as a country played a big role in their Independence.

Source: indiandefencereview