GALLANT GLORY
True greatness blossoms only when one dares to embrace selfless sacrifice, for it is through these trials that the seeds of extraordinary achievements are sown.
PARAM VIR CHAKRA
(HIGHEST MILITARY DECORATION DURING WAR)
MAJ RAMA RAGHOBA RANE, PVC
Maj Ram Raghoba Rane’s valiant actions during the 1947-1948 Indo-Pakistani War were pivotal in the Indian Army’s advance in the Rajouri sector. Despite being injured, he led his team in clearing hazardous roadblocks and mines under intense enemy fire, ensuring the successful movement of troops. His courage and determination earned him the Param Vir Chakra, India’s highest military award for valor.
NAIK JADUNATH SINGH, PVC
Naik Jadunath Singh displayed exceptional bravery & selflessness during the Battle of Tain Dhar on 06 February 1948, when his post was attacked by a large enemy force. Despite being outnumbered, he led a determined defense, single-handedly manning a light machine gun after his comrades were wounded. His valiant efforts successfully repelled the enemy but cost him his life. For his extraordinary courage, he was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra.
Maha Vir Chakra was instituted in 1947. It honors acts of conspicuous bravery in the presence of the enemy on land, sea, or air. Awarded to Indian Armed Forces personnel, it recognizes exceptional courage and valor during combat operations and wartime
MAHA VIR CHAKRA
(SECOND HIGHEST MILITARY DECORATION DURING WAR)
21 MVC WERE AWARDED DURING 1947- 48 IN NAUSHERA & JHANGAR SECTOR
Vir Chakra was instituted in 1947. It honors acts of gallantry in the presence of the enemy on land, at sea, or in the air. Awarded to Indian Armed Forces personnel, it recognizes exceptional bravery and sacrifice during wartime operations.
106 VrC WERE AWARDED DURING 1947- 48 IN NAUSHERA & JHANGAR SECTOR
VIR CHAKRA
Mention in Dispatches is a military honor recognizing distinguished service or bravery not warranting a gallantry medal. Originating from British military tradition, it was adopted by India post-independence. It is awarded to personnel for commendable acts during operations, with the individual's name published in official reports "dispatches" by superior officers.
MENTION-IN-DISPATCHS
19 MENTION-IN- DISPATCHES WERE AWARDED DURING 1947- 48 IN NAUSHERA & JHANGAR SECTOR