Vir Chakra (VrC)

From 23 to 29 March 1951, Naik Ratan Singh served with heroic distinction as an operating room assistant in the Para surgical team, 60 Indian Field Ambulance that parachuted down with 187 RCT behind enemy lines. With selfless devotion to duty, under extreme conditions of combat, he assisted the surgeon to perform life saving operations and administered postoperative treatment to the wounded even under heavy mortar fire, thereby saving numerous lives.

Naik Ratan Singh displayed conspicuous bravery, tireless and selfless devotion to duty.