Vir Chakra (VrC)

On 6 September 1965, Captain Prabhu Singh was commanding a company of a battalion which as ordered to seize an enemy post at Fattiwala in the Khem Karan Sector. Leading a platoon, he seized the post, despite scanty information and strong enemy opposition. Three days later, the enemy, having failed in his attacks on other companies, charged the location of Captain Prabhu Singh's company with tanks. Captain Prabhu Singh went to each platoon and encouraged them to hold the position. He ultimately succeeded in repulsing the enemy attack.

Throughout, Captain Prabhu Singh displayed courage and leadership which are in the best traditions of the Army.