Vir Chakra (VrC)

During the operations against Pakistan in December 1971, Flight Lieutenant Vijay Kumar Wahi was a pilot in a fighter bomber squadron. On 6 December he was detailed as No. 2 in an air to ground mission to the Chhamb area. The target was heavily defended by antiaircraft guns and enemy aircraft but the destruction of this target was of vital importance to our ground forces, which were under heavy pressure. He pressed home the attacks and knocked out two enemy tanks. While returning from the mission, his aircraft was hit and he ejected, sustaining fatal injuries.

In this action, Flight Lieutenant Vijay Kumar Wahi displayed gallantry, determination and professional skill of a high order.