In March, this year, some 2,400 officers and men, part of the Indian UN Congo (ONUC) contingent, were recalled to strengthen India's own defences. The Indian soldiers were replaced by new Indonesian reinforcements.
The Commander of the Indian contingent, Brigadier R.S. Noronha is seen briefing his officers in the Katanga area, before the repatriation of part of the Indian contingent serving with the UN in the Congo.