Vir Chakra (VrC)

During the conflict with Pakistan in December 1971, Wing Commander Murari Lal Trehon was in command of a fighter bomber squadron in the Western Sector. He flew several operational missions and destroyed a number of enemy tanks, bunkers and gun positions in the face of heavy ground fire. His squadron also carried out a large number of fighter reconnaissance sorties deep into enemy territory which were of great value in planning and executing subsequent operations

Throughout the operations, Wing Commander Trehon displayed gallantry, leadership and professional skill of a high order.