Vir Chakra (VrC)

Lieutenant Yog Raj Palta was in command of a rifle company in forward area in NEFA. On the night of 15 November 1962, the Chinese attacked his company in large numbers. To inspire his men, Lieutenant Palta went forward and moved from bunker to bunker despite enemy fire. His presence boosted the morale of his men who fought gallantly and repulsed repeated enemy attacks during the night. Early next morning the Chinese attacked his position again. Lieutenant Palta was badly wounded. In spite of his wounds he kept cheering his men until he succumbed to his injuries. Lieutenant Palta's complete disregard for his personal safety and selfless devotion to duty inspired the men under his command to repulse repeated Chinese attacks.