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On 26 September 2017, Major Pawan Kumar of 34 RASHTRIYA RIFLES displayed astute acumen and indomitable spirit while fighting two hardcore terrorists infiltrating back from PoK. He showed perseverance, unmatched bravery and killed one terrorist. He was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
.
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Join Us To Salute The Legend Of
#OpVijay
With A Tribute
#Video
From MoD.
MAIN HI KAHAANI HOON-An Ode To Our
#Soldiers
Created by
@MajorAkhill
Link- >
Thanks
@adgpi
@IAF_MCC
@indiannavy
@SpokespersonMoD
@DefenceMinIndia
@drajaykumar_ias
@rajnathsingh
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The
#virtualmuseum
will give a 3D walk-through experience of a Gallery Building, Wall of Fame, an Awardee Gallery, a tour of War Memorials and an auditorium. You can experience all of it through your phone.
#SwarnimVijayMashaal
#AmritMahotsav
#Gallantryawards
#warheroes
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On 08 September 2008, Lieutenant Colonel Saurabh Singh Shekhawat led a daring mission in Bishenpur, Manipur. Under heavy fire, he eliminated three terrorists and galvanized his team to neutralize the terrorist camp, preventing casualties among his men. He was awarded
#KirtiChakra
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MoD is launching ‘Gallery of Gallants’, a first of its kind interactive
#virtualmuseum
to showcase the tales of valour of our
#GallantryAward
Winners. Hon’ble Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Ajay Bhatt will inaugurate the museum on Jan 20, 2022.
Watch this space for more details!
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On the 25th anniversary of
#KargilVijayDiwas
, we pay tribute to the unwavering courage and unrelenting spirit of our brave hearts. Their selfless dedication, exemplary courage, and ultimate sacrifice will forever be etched in our hearts, inspiring generations to come
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On 26 September 2017, Major Pawan Kumar of 34 RASHTRIYA RIFLES displayed astute acumen and indomitable spirit while fighting two terrorists infiltrating back from PoK. He showed perseverance, bravery and killed one terrorist. He was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
for his courage
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Indian troops have taken part in some of the most arduous operations, and their professional excellence has won them universal admiration.
#IndiaandtheUN
#IndianArmedForces
#ServingForPeace
#Indianpeacebuilders
#UNpeacekeeping
#UNPeacekeepingMissions
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#talesofvalour
Gripping story of valour and sacrifice of 2nd Lt Arun Khetarpal’s
#PVC
in Battle of Basantar, from his brother.
An emotional saga of bravery, patriotism & dedication Watch on
#BraveHeroesofIndia
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Did you know?
To honour the contribution of the Indian soldiers at
#UNPeacekeeping
,
@IndiaPostOffice
released this commemorative stamp in the year 2004.
To know more about the Indian Armed forces contribution in the UN Peacekeeping effort visit-
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India has been a major contributor to the
#UN
's
#peacekeepingmissions
since its foundation. This month, we at
#GallantryAwardsPortal
are honouring every soldier of the
#IndianArmedForces
serving in
#UNpeacekeepingmissions
Keep an eye on this space for more!
#IndiaandtheUN
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🚨आज़ादी का अमृत महोत्सव 🚨
Celebration of 75 years of Independence
Join
@DefenceMinIndia
to honour the valiant acts of the Bravehearts of India.
INDIAN ARMY will carry out the MOUNTAIN EXPEDITION
Visit - &
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🚨Celebrating 75 Years Of Independence 🚨
Raksha Mantri Shri
@rajnathsingh
will launch various events for
@DefenceMinIndia
celebrating
#AzadiKaAmritMahotsav
on 13 August '21 at 10:30 AM
Be a part of the celebration - &
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Maj
@BizzKanwarpal
was an Armoured Corps Officer from
@adgpi
& an artist, par excellence.
Coming from a Military family from
#HimachalPradesh
, his father was decorated with a
#GallantryAward
- Maj DN Kanwarpal, Kirti Chakra.
We express our condolences on his untimely demise. 🙏
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In February 2018, Havildar Kul Bahadur Thapa of 9 PARA( SF) was deployed along the Line of Control in Sunderbani Sector. During an enemy attack, he eliminated two armed hostiles and injured another two. For his exceptional gallantry he was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
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On 20 June 1999, Captain Sanjeev Singh Jamwal was tasked to recapture Point 5140 in Dras Sector. He exhibited raw courage and true professionalism while clearing two Sangars on the feature in the face of the enemy and was awarded
#VirChakra
@rajnathsingh
@drajaykumar_ias
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As we mark the 57th anniversary of
#IndiaPakistanWar1965
, Gallantry Awards Portal commemorates the gallant warriors.
Watch this space for more updates.
@SpokespersonMoD
@adgpi
@rajnathsingh
@HQ_DG_NCC
@DRDO_India
@DefProdnIndia
@salute2soldier
@HQ_IDS_India
@Tri_Service
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On 11 June 1999, Subedar Bahadur Singh was tasked to neutralize one of the enemy positions in Kargil Sector, J&K. He fought the enemy valiantly and despite being gravely injured, refused to be evacuated. For his gallant action, he was awarded
#VirChakra
(Posthumous).
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Sepoy Tsewang Morup took three days to open the route to Point 5770 Top in J&K by fixing ropes. Thereafter, during assault disregarding his personal safety, he displayed valour and dedication for which he was awarded
#VirChakra
@rajnathsingh
@drajaykumar_ias
@SpokespersonMoD
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On 08 May 2009, Major Harmeet Singh Samra of 10 RASHTRIYA RIFLES was tasked to clear a suspected enemy hideout in Doda, J&K. During the act he single-handedly killed two terrorists in close combat. For his gallantry, he was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
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On 07 August 2014, Major Mukul Sharma of 4 PARA (SF) received information about infiltrators in Tangdhar, Kupwara District of J&K. His actions during an encounter lasting several hours led to the elimination of three Pakistani infiltrators He was awarded the
#ShauryaChakra
.
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Lieutenant Commander Mritunjay Kumar led the MARCOS team during Op SHOKBABA FOREST in J&K. He displayed exemplary leadership and courage in the face of the enemy and eliminated four terrorists. He was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
for his actions
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Major Rama Raghoba Rane was part of a mine and roadblock clearing party in Rajauri during the Indo Pakistan War of 1947. For displaying conspicuous valour of the highest order, he was awarded
#ParamVirChakra
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On 23 September 2008, Sq. Leader Harkirat Singh during a night Practice Interception sortie in his MiG -21, displayed commendable bravery and successfully recovered his aircraft when it was losing thrust due to a tech. malfunction. For his gallantry he was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
.
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Lieutenant Colonel YK Joshi was tasked to capture Point 5140 in Dras sector during Op VIJAY on 20 June 1999. He displayed exemplary leadership and outstanding command and control and valour beyond the call of duty, for which he was awarded
#VirChakra
@rajnathsingh
@drajaykumar_ias
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On 08 February 2011, Major Abhishek Chakrabarty of 23 RASHTRIYA RIFLES was leading an operation in Ramban District, J&K. Throughout the operation he displayed unparalleled gallantry and singlehandedly killed two terrorists amidst intense fire. He was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
.
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The
#VirtualMuseum
has been jointly developed by the Ministry of Defence, Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers, the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology and Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics, as part of
#AmritMahotsav
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Little Chetna Marathe of Mhow, MP has depicted her understanding of the Kargil War in her own style on her canvas.
More on
#VeerGatha
#RepublicDay22
#Gallantryawards
#Super25
#AmritMahotsav
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In August 2018, Lieutenant Colonel Vikrant Prasher of 10 PARA led a team to eliminate a high-profile terrorist in a crowded marketplace. He successfully neutralised the target and safely extracted his team from a volatile situation of fire. He was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
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On 23 November 2023, Major CVS Nikhil led a Special Forces team near the Indo-Myanmar border. He displayed remarkable leadership and indomitable courage during the ambush and neutralised the insurgents. For his gallant, he was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
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On 25 September 2012, Lieutenant Manish Singh of 9 PARA (SF) was pursuing fleeing terrorists in Kupwara, J&K. He was injured when fired upon, despite which, he eliminated a terrorist at point-blank range. He was awarded the
#ShauryaChakra
for this gallantry.
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Major M Saravanan of 1 BIHAR was tasked to lead an attack on Point 4268 in Batalik Sector, during Op VIJAY. He displayed conspicuous bravery and exemplary leadership as he led from the front and was awarded
#Vir
Chakra (Posthumous)
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Subedar Joginder Singh, PVC, was the commander of a platoon of 1 SIKH, tasked to occupy defences at a ridge near Tongpen La in NEFA. On 23 Oct 1962, the JCO laid down his life while repulsing enemy attack.
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On 25 July 2016, Lieutenant Colonel Atul Gupta of 30 RASHTRIYA RIFLES led his troops to intercept a group of terrorists in Kupwara, J&K. He then engaged them effectively, eliminating two terrorists singlehandedly. He was awarded the
#ShauryaChakra
.
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Assistant Sub-Inspector Tukaram Omble served in the Corps of Signals, Indian Army. After retirement, he joined Mumbai police as an ASI. During the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack, ASI Omble made the supreme sacrifice for which he was awarded
#AshokaChakra
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Subedar Mahendra Singh of 6 RASHTRIYA RIFLES was deployed in Kupwara, J&K when a contact was established with terrorists. During the action, he displayed exemplary leadership and courage, eliminating two terrorists and saving his comrades. He was awarded
#KirtiChakra
.
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Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu of 16 BIHAR was awarded
#MahaVirChakra
(Posthumous) for his conspicuous bravery in face of enemy, exemplary leadership, astute professionalism and supreme sacrifice during Op SNOW LEOPARD in Galwan Valley.
@rajnathsingh
@drajaykumar_ias
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NCC Cadets of
#GCWUdhampur
&
@DteJk
adopt the statue of the fearless martyr of the nation and Shaurya Chakra awardee, Captain Tushar Mahajan at
#Udhampur
under the
#NCCforStatues
campaign.
Pay your tributes to Braveheart here:
#SaluteOurBravehearts
@adgpi
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Manipuri girl Khaidem Diyashori expressed her will to serve the nation through her painting. This 10th grader from Imphal captioned the artwork "Capt Vikram Batra motivates me to serve the country".
More on
#VeerGatha
#Gallantryawards
#Super25
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Major Vivek Gupta of 2 RAJ RIF was the leading company commander during the attack on Tololing Top. Despite heavy enemy fire and injuries, he successfully assaulted the position. He was awarded
#MahaVirChakra
posthumously for his conspicuous gallantry and inspiring leadership.
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During Op SNOW LEOPARD, Naik Deepak Singh was performing duties of battalion nursing assistant, when a skirmish broke out. Disregarding his personal safety, he saved the lives of more than 30 Indian soldiers. For this conspicuous gallantry, he was awarded
#VirChakra
(Posthumous).
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#OperationVijay
#KargilVijayDiwas
#IndianArmy
was on a song.
Join us to Salute the Kargil Warriors with an exclusive
#Video
by Ministry Of Defence:
GLORY BE TO SOLDIERS
Creation -
@MajorAkhill
Thanks -
@adgpi
@SpokespersonMoD
@drajaykumar_ias
@DefenceMinIndia
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#WinnerAnnouncement
We are delighted to announce the winners of the
#LogoDesign
Contest.
Congratulations to
@Faiz97Ali
for winning the
#FirstPrize
.
Thanks to everyone who took part and helped make this contest a massive success. Stay tuned for more such contests.
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Gallantry Awards Portal honours the brave soldiers who fought heroically and displayed outstanding bravery and selfless sacrifice defending Ladakh and NEFA sector during the Sino India War of 1962.
Stay tuned for more updates on 1962 Sino India War.
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On 27 November 2006, Assistant Sub Inspector Tukaram Omble of
#mumbaipolice
was on night duty during the terrorist attack. While engaging the terrorists, he tried to disarm them. Shri Ombale was fatally wounded in this fight. He was awarded
#AshokaChakra
.
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On 20 June 1999, Rifleman Mehar Singh was tasked to attack and dislodge enemy intruders from Point 5140 in Dras sector. He displayed conspicuous valour in the face of the enemy for which he was awarded
#VirChakra
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On 24 June 1999, Havildar Joginder Singh of HAWS attached with 27 RAJPUT, was tasked to capture Point 5770. During the attack, he physically assaulted the location and silenced enemy resistance displaying conspicuous courage and professional acumen. He was awarded
#VirChakra
.
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During the Kargil War, the intrepid warriors of India, fought in high altitude mountains and displayed gallantry of highest order. The Gallantry Awards Portal commemorates the Victory of Kargil.
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Naib Subedar Bana Singh of 8 JAK LI, was part of a Task Force constituted to clear intruders from Saltoro Ridge in Siachen. He displayed most conspicuous gallantry and leadership under the most adverse conditions for which he was awarded
#ParamVirChakra
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Major Mukund Varadarajan of 44 Rashtriya Rifles displayed conspicuous bravery, exemplary leadership and made the supreme sacrifice while fighting terrorists on 25 April 2014 in J&K. He was awarded
#AshokChakra
posthumously.
@SpokespersonMoD
@adgpi
@rajnathsingh
@HQ_DG_NCC
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20 August 2011
Lieutenant Navdeep Singh, 15
#MARATHALI
, exhibited an indomitable fighting spirit and unflinching will. He defended the country selflessly, before succumbing to his injuries.
Awarded
#AshokChakra
(P)
Pay tributes:
#VeerKoNaman
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Gallantry Awards Portal commemorates the brave warriors who fought valiantly and those who made the supreme sacrifice in the
#IndoPakWar1971
The Indian Armed Forces came together and won this war with an exceptional display of prowess in warfare.
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Gallantry Awards Portal commemorates the brave warriors who fought valiantly and those who made the supreme sacrifice in the
#IndoPakWar1971
The Indian Armed Forces came together and won this war with an exceptional display of prowess in warfare.
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During a raid in an insurgent camp in Manipur, on 8 June 2015, Tanka Kumar Limbu was assigned to counter the insurgents at the first sentry post, under Lt Col Nectar. He showed exceptional acts of bravery and killed several insurgents. He was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
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Major Mukund Varadarajan of 44 Rashtriya Rifles displayed conspicuous bravery, exemplary leadership and made the supreme sacrifice while fighting terrorists on 25 April 2014 in J&K. He was awarded
#AshokChakra
posthumously.
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Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu of 16 BIHAR was awarded
#MahaVirChakra
(Posthumous) for his conspicuous bravery in face of enemy, exemplary leadership, astute professionalism and supreme sacrifice during Op SNOW LEOPARD in Galwan Valley.
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On 17 May 1948, 3/9 Gorkha Rifles was ordered to capture area RING CONTOUR in Poonch, J&K. When Havildar Khattri’s platoon ran short of ammunition, he used stones to repulse the enemy's counter attack. For his conspicuous bravery, he was awarded
#MahavirChakra
@SpokespersonMoD
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During Op VIJAY Grenadier Yogendra Singh Yadav of 18 GRENADIERS, was part of the Ghatak Platoon that captured the indomitable Tiger Hill Top. For the display of courage and resilience of the highest order, Grenadier Yadav was awarded
#ParamVirChakra
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Major Laishram Jyotin Singh, an Army doctor serving in
#Kabul
pinned down and killed a suicide bomber, in an unarmed combat. He was awarded the country’s highest peacetime gallantry award
#AshokChakra
, posthumously, for his fearless act, combat spirit, and supreme sacrifice.
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28 September
Lt Col PK Nandagopal displayed unparalleled courage and an indomitable resolve, leading fierce assaults on enemy positions. He neutralized several enemy soldiers, despite grave injuries.
Awarded
#MahavirChakra
Pay tribute:
#VeerKoNaman
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On 26 November 2008, Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan along with his team led the operation to flush out terrorists from Hotel Taj Mahal, Mumbai during the 26/11 Mumbai Terror attack. for displaying acts of conspicuous bravery, he was awarded
#AshokaChakra
posthumously
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#VeerGatha
: Tales of Valour as depicted by the Young Minds.
Top 25 entries from over 8 lakh students to get cash prizes winners to witness Parade at
#RepublicDay2022
. A Pan India competition & unique initiative by
@DefenceMinIndia
&
@EduMinOfIndia
.
#AmritMahotsav
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Odisha boy Ishan Kr Nanda beautifully depicts the story of valour through his paint and brush. He says Gallantry Award Winner CQMH Abdul Hamid, PVC motivates him.
More on
#VeerGatha
#RepublicDay22
#Gallantryawards
#Super25
#AmritMahotsav
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A landmark war that witnessed one of the most notable tank battles in history and remembered as one of the most significant victories of modern Indian Armed Forces. Gallantry Awards Portal salutes the gallant warriors who fought valiantly and secured India's victory in 1965 War.
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Sepoy Tsewang Morup took three days to open the route to Point 5770 Top in J&K by fixing ropes. Thereafter, during assault disregarding his personal safety he displayed valour and dedication for which he was awarded
#VirChakra
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Constable Pradeep Kumar Panda laid down his life on 30 December 2017, fighting JeM Fidayeen in Lethopora, J&K. He was the face of the Quick Action Team (QAT), disregarding his personal safety fought the enemy. Posthumously awarded
#KirtiChakra
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Remembering the Bravehearts of
#KargilWar
#kargil
#KargilVijayDiwas
#KargilWarHero
#KargilHeroes
#VijayDiwas
#indianarmedforces
#indianarmy
#MoD
#AmritMahotsav
#amritkaal
#indianairforce
#GallantryAwards
#CaptVikramBatra
#SwarnimVijayMashaal
#adgpi
#SpokespersonMoD
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For the Honour of India: For decades India has contributed to the UN Peacekeeping. Many gallant Indian soldiers have laid their life to bring peace and harmony to the world.
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भारत हमारे
#GalwanValley
के वीरों को सलाम करता है। जोखिम भरे इलाकों में, घायल होने के बावजूद, दुश्मन के सामने देश की संप्रभुता की रक्षा करते हुए बीस बहादुर वीरों ने परम बलिदान दिया।
#VeerKoNaman
#OpSnowLeopard
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Naik Puran Chand, 3 PARA (KUMAON) wrote his name in history while engaged in a mine-clearing activity in
#Sinai
and
#GazaStrip
. He succumbed to his injuries during a mine explosion and was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
, posthumously, for his supreme sacrifice as a part of
#UNEF
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On 20 June 1999, Captain Sanjeev Singh Jamwal was tasked to recapture Point 5140 in Dras Sector. He exhibited raw courage and true professionalism while clearing two Sangars on the feature in the face of the enemy and was awarded
#VirChakra
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General MM Naravane,
#COAS
released a biography of the brave
#MahaVirChakra
Awardee, General
#TNRaina
, MVC authored by Brig Satish K Issar, VSM (Retd).
Read more about Braveheart on
#GallantryAwards
Portal:
@SpokespersonMoD
@drajaykumar_ias
#IndianArmy
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Captain Abhinav Shukla volunteered in an operation to clear a terrorist hideout in Jammu and Kashmir. Despite his wounds, he continued and ensured the successful termination of a highly complex and difficult operation. He was awarded the prestigious
#ShauryaChakra
.
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During Op VIJAY, Naik Kaushal Yadav of 9 PARA was the Squad Commander tasked to capture Zulu Top in Mashkoh Valley. For displaying acts of valour in the face of the enemy, he was awarded
#VirChakra
posthumously
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Major Vijayant Bist spotted an infiltration while leading an ambush on 06 June 2017. He traced the terrorists and engaged them in an intense firefight. He prevented the terrorist’s escape and eliminated two on 09 June. He was awarded
#KirtiChakra
for his gallantry.
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On 20 June 2005, Havildar Surve Madhusudan Narayan of 21 PARA led a raid on a terrorist camp in Manipur. He volunteered to silence the sentry and sustained two gunshots while fighting against the terrorists. He was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
.
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On 10 April 1957, Sep Beg Raj, 3 PARA(KUMAON) displayed conspicuous gallantry of a high order when he rushed to the aid of his injured comrades-in-arms while clearing a minefield in Gaza strip. He was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
for his action during
#UNpeacekeeping
as a part of
#UNEF
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Based on intelligence inputs, Captain Tushar Dhasmana and his team laid an ambush in the general area of Sangam Nala. On 07 August 2009, he and his buddy sprung a surprise on the terrorist who tried to flee, neutralising three terrorists. He was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
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🚨7 AUGUST FELICITATION EVENT BY
@HQ_DG_NCC
🚨
@DefenceMinIndia
presents a Motivational & Felicitation Event for the Bravehearts of India.
An opportunity to meet your heroes in real life.
Visit - NOW!
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India remembers the immortal courage and supreme sacrifice of the
#AshokChakra
Awardee, Capt Harshan R on his birth anniversary.
Join
#SaluteOurBravehearts
movement and give your foremost tributes to the Braveheart here:
@SpokespersonMoD
@KSBSectt
@adgpi
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Remembering the immortal
#MahaVirChakra
Awardee of
@indiannavy
, Captain
#MNMulla
on his birth anniversary.
He chose to save the last possible sailor & made the ultimate sacrifice by going down with his ship, INS
#Khukri
during
#1971War
.
Give tributes: .
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Lance Naik Sham Singh of 2/2 Punjab was part of a section that successfully relieved a hard-pressed picquet in
#Naushera
sector. His section also repulsed two enemy counter attacks. For display of resolute determination and courage, he was awarded
#VirChakra
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Be a part of the
#VirtualMuseum
experience! We have a
#selfiebooth
for you that allows you to take a photo with the background of your choice. Come, take a
#selfie
in the virtual world!
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On 20 August 2011, Lieutenant Navdeep Singh was the Ghatak Platoon Commander tasked to ambush infiltrating terrorists in a high-altitude area near the Line of Control. For displaying exceptional bravery, he was awarded
#AshokaChakra
(Posthumous)
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Captain Anushman Singh of 26 PUNJAB was posted at the Chandan Dropping Zone as a part of Op MEGHDOOT. On 19 July 2023, when he heard the call of fire, disregarding his personal safety he rescued five individuals. He was awarded
#KirtiChakra
posthumously
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Major Sandeep Unnikrishanan of the 51 Special Action Group of the NSG was tasked for a rescue mission at the iconic Taj Hotel on 26 November 2008. On 27 November 2008, he was awarded Ashok Chakra (Posthumous) for his extraordinary courage, bravery and dedication to duty.
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Major Anuj Sood of 21 RASHTRIYA RIFLES was Company Commander in Kupwara District of J&K. On 02 May 2020 in operation against terrorists he displayed conspicuous gallantry and saved the civilians taken hostages. He was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
posthumously.
@adgpi
@LestWeForgetIN
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On 22 June 1997, Subedar Jashpal Singh was patrolling with his team in Bachhpura, Srinagar. After inspecting a suspicious activity, he found many militants and fought with them with all bravery and spirit. He eliminated three militants. He was awarded
#ShauryaChakra
.
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On 7 May 1994, Captain Sunil Khokhar, was tasked to accompany a patrol to direct artillery fire at the enemy. During the operation, while registering an enemy camp site, he was hit by an enemy bullet. For his gallant action he was awarded
#VirChakra
@SpokespersonMoD
@adgpi
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During the Kargil war, the entire nation witnessed the heroic courage of the Indian soldiers. The Gallantry Awards Portal celebrates the victory of Kargil & extends its heartfelt gratitude to Maj Gen Ian Cardozo, AVSM, SM (Retd.) for reciting his composition - Kargil 99.
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India's journey at
#UNpeacekeeping
began in the year 1950. Ever since, there have been numerous missions where India has given its valued assistance through paramedical troops and custodian forces.
#IndiaandtheUN
#Indianpeacekeepers
#ServingForPeace
#IndianArmedForcesatUN
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On 26 November 2008, Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan along with his team led the operation to flush out terrorists from Hotel Taj Mahal, Mumbai during the 26/11 Mumbai Terror attack. for displaying acts of conspicuous bravery, he was awarded
#AshokaChakra
posthumously.
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On 7 May 1994, Captain Sunil Khokhar, was tasked to accompany a patrol to direct artillery fire at the enemy. During the operation, while registering an enemy camp site, he was hit by an enemy bullet. For his gallant action he was awarded
#VirChakra
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On 16 June 2016, Havildar Prem Bahadur Resmi Magar of 3/1 GORKHA RIFLES was involved in an encounter with four terrorists in Tangdhar Sector of Kupwara, J&K. He killed all four of them. For his gallantry he was awarded
#KirtiChakra
posthumously.
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As a part of the celebrations of '50 Years of Indian Republic',
@indiapost
issued a set of 5 postal stamps on Gallantry Awards Winners of
#India
.
It included a stamp on
#MahaVirChakra
Awardee, Captain
#MNMulla
.
On his birth anniversary, give tributes:
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During Op VIJAY, Lieutenant Praveen Kumar of 14 SIKH was tasked to capture Point 5310 in Chorbatla in Batalik Sub Sector. For displaying acts of valour in the presence of the enemy, he was awarded
#VirChakra
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During Op VIJAY, Subedar Nirmal Singh of 8 SIKH was leading a small team to establish a foothold on an objective in Dras Sub-Sector. For displaying acts of gallantry in the presence of the enemy, he was awarded
#VirChakra
(Posthumous)
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