Rajnath Singh Inaugurates Indian War Memorial in Seoul for Korean War Veterans
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his South Korean counterpart unveiled a war memorial in Seoul honoring the 60 Para Field Ambulance and the Custodian Force of India for their humanitarian service during the 1950-53 Korean War. Rajnath Singh, South Korean Minister Inaugurate Indian War Memorial in Seoul According to the Defence Ministry, the memorial has been constructed to pay tribute to the courage, sacrifice, and humanitarian service of the 60 Para Field Ambulance of the.
The memorial, inaugurated on May 21, 2026, serves as a permanent tribute to the Indian Army's 60 Para Field Ambulance, which provided critical medical support during the conflict, and the Custodian Force of India, which managed prisoner repatriation. This tribute cements the 'Special Strategic Partnership' between New Delhi and Seoul.
India’s role in the Korean War was characterized by neutrality and humanitarian aid rather than active combat. By chairing the Neutral Nations Repatriation Commission, India demonstrated its commitment to international peace efforts, a reputation that continues to frame India’s global profile in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR).
Glossary
60 Para Field Ambulance: An elite airborne medical unit of the Indian Army that rendered essential aid during the Korean War.
Custodian Force of India (CFI): An Indian military force tasked with supervising the repatriation of prisoners of war following the 1953 armistice.
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