Vir Chakra (VrC)

A battalion Rajputana Rifles was given the task of capturing an enemy post in the Eastern Sector. During the assault, the enemy brought down intense and accurate MMG fire inflicting heavy casualties and pinning down the assaulting troops. Rifleman Prem Singh, who was part of the assaulting troops, realising the importance of silencing the machine gun, crawled forward and charged the enemy post and silenced the gun. He was hit by a burst as a result of which he died. His action inspired his colleagues and the objective was captured. 

In this action, Rifleman Prem Singh displayed gallantry of a high order.