maha vir chakra

A leader who was worshiped by his regiment, the daring hero of Dograi was awarded the Mahavir Chakra for his incredible courage and exemplary leadership.

Fighting in all of India's wars, Ladakh Scouts are among the most decorated units of the Indian Army, racking up a staggering 605 military honours and medals!

"Dear Papa... don't worry about casualties- it's a professional hazard beyond our control. At least it is for a good cause. Tell mamma that combat is an honour of a lifetime and I could not think of anything less."

Awarded the Maha Vir Chakra, Captain Anuj Nayyar secured Peak 4875 in a manner that etched his name him alongside some of India’s greatest Kargil heroes.

He had been decorated with the Maha Vir Chakra, Vir Chakra, Param Vishisht Seva Medal, Vishisht Seva Medal and the little known but highly prized MacGregor Memorial Medal!

Awarded the Maha Vir Chakra for conspicuous gallantry and dedication to duty, Captain Mahendra Nath Mulla is a man whose legacy continues to inspire generations of the Indian Navy.

Here's the little-known story of Jag Mohan Nath, the IAF veteran who holds the rare distinction of being awarded two Maha Vir Chakras.

Previously, the recipients of Vir Chakra, Ashok Chakra, Kirti Chakra and Shaurya Chakra awardees, along with the widows of posthumous gallantry awardees were entitled to lifelong free rail travel in 1st AC Class/2nd AC Class, who could take along one companion.

Subedar Imliakum Ao, a Maha Vir Chakra awardee for showing exemplary courage during the Kargil war, was promoted to the rank of Subedar on August 1.

He was not expected to fight the war and didn't even have enough ammunition to do so, but this unsung hero and his scouting unit notched up the first crucial win for the Indian Army in the Kargil conflict.