Thousands of people join the nation in bidding a tearful adieu to Col B. Santhosh Babu, who laid down his life in service of the nation. Amidst full military and official honors, father of the brave heart, B Upender lit the pyre and performed last rites as per Hindu customs.<br />''<br />'' The Mortal remains of the brave-heart was consigned to flames. Earlier, people joined the procession and slogans like 'Bharat Mata ki Jai, Santhosh Babu Amar hain', reverberated the surroundings. Wife of the slain Colonel, Santhoshi, their children and close relatives performed last rites. Army officials, political leaders and others presented the last salute to the warrior.<br />''<br />''People lined up on either side of the road and showered petals from rooftops on the bedecked Army vehicle carrying the mortal remains of the martyred Colonel wrapped in a national flag.<br />