More than 550 Indian peacekeepers serving with the UN Mission in South Sudan received the UN Medal of Honour for protecting civilians and supporting peacebuilding efforts. The recognition highlights India's significant contribution to global peacekeeping and commitment to international security missions
The UN praised Indian peacekeepers in South Sudan for reopening the flood-affected Malakal–Renk supply route, enhancing mobility and humanitarian aid. India contributes 1,779 personnel to UNMISS, supporting stability, local communities, and peacetime projects like medical and child protection camps
