Vir Chakra (VrC)

Havildar Khazan Singh Sangwan was commanding a section of a company of Brigade of Guards, deployed in support of a battalion of Sikh Regiment, holding Bhagla Ridge in the Chhamb Sector. On 6 December 1971, the enemy launched a massive attack supported by armour on the feature. He carried out commando raids on the enemy armour and destroyed two enemy tanks with anti-tank missiles from a close range of 600 metres. His bold and courageous action was instrumental in repulsing the enemy attack. In this action, Havildar Sangwan displayed courage and determination of high order.