Rajnath Singh Honours Param Vir Chakra Hero Arun Khetarpal's Family at 'Ikkis' Screening

• Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended a special screening of the film *Ikkis*, based on Param Vir Chakra awardee Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal.
• Singh honoured Khetarpal's family and the next of kin of his tank crew, sharing the event on social media.
• Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal was martyred at 21 during the 1971 India-Pakistan War's Battle of Basantar.
• The film *Ikkis*, starring Agastya Nanda as Arun Khetarpal, is now scheduled for release on January 1, 2026.
• Late actor Dharmendra makes a posthumous appearance in *Ikkis*, portraying Brigadier ML Khetarpal, Arun's father.

Why It Matters: Rajnath Singh honours war hero Arun Khetarpal's family at 'Ikkis' screening, celebrating his bravery.