Vir Chakra (VrC)
Awardee: Sonam Angchok VrC
Citation
On 20 October 1962, when our post at Chandni in Ladakh was attacked by the Chinese, Sepoy Sonam Angchok fought with great courage and determination. Even though severely wounded, he stuck to his post until he was overpowered and killed by the enemy.
His valour in the face of the enemy was in the highest traditions of our Army