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Karni Singh Rathore (1953–2005) was a member of the Indian Army and recipient of the Kirti Chakra award.
Career
Karni Singh Rathore was commissioned as an officer in the 17th Rajputana Rifles, in which his father had also served, and rose to command it. At the time of his death he was posted as a member of the Indian Territorial Army, having served previously with the Assam Rifles.
In 1985, he was awarded the Kirti Chakra, the highest peacetime award for gallantry, in recognition of his service while fighting insurgents.