| Deploying nation |  India |
|---|---|
| Host nation or area |  South Sudan |
| Region | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Military branch | 🪖 Ground forces |
| Record type | Military operation |
| Operation or mission | UNMISS |
| Unit or formation | Not publicly confirmed |
| Personnel | 565 awarded the UN Medal in Malakal, including 53 women Official announcement |
| Equipment | Not stated |
| Status | Confirmed active |
| Start or report date | Jun 2, 2026 |
| Withdrawal or end date | — |
| Last verified | Jun 2, 2026 |
| Confidence | High: official or multiple independent sources |
Background
UNMISS said 565 Indian peacekeepers, including 53 women, received the UN Medal of Honour at a ceremony in Malakal. The figure covers those awarded, not India’s full contingent.
Deployment timeline
- Record added from published reporting dated 2026-06-02.
Sources
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