Man who saved Amarnath yatris gets Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak
The driver of the bus carrying pilgrims during the Amarnath Yatra attack in July 2017 has been conferred the Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak for showing courage in saving life under dangerous circumstances. Sheikh Salim Gafur drove his bus amidst constant firing by terrorists and took it to a secure spot. His actions saved the lives of over 50 passengers. 