ITBP announces soldier medals for canines, horses
In a first, the ITBP has instituted medals for the canines and horses that accompany troops in combat zones. An 'Animal Transport' medal would be given to its workhorse 'Thunderbolt' and a 'K9' medal to a female dog 'Sophia'. This is the first time that an Indian security force has ordered the minting of special medals in this regard.