Vir Chakra (VrC)

On 7 November 1947, when 1 Sikh was advancing on the Srinagar-Baramula Road, Lance Naik Ram Singh was commanding the leading section. When held up by enemy fire, without any regard for his safety, Lance Naik Ram Singh rushed up, threw two hand grenades on the enemy position, killing seven raiders and capturing six rifles and some ammunition. Having advanced a little he again destroyed another enemy position and captured two rifles and some grenades.

Lance Naik Ram Singh displayed bravery and never hesitated in taking personal risks, thus setting a fine example to his men