Vir Chakra (VrC)

Lance Naik Kamkholam Kuki of 7 Assam while on water collection duty on 28 May 1989, was ambushed along with his comrades in the built-up area of Pottuvil town in Sri Lanka by five militants. He and the other occupants of the leading vehicle bore the brunt of the well-planned ambush. One of his comrades was lulled and the weapon of the other was rendered ineffective by the hostile fire. Lance Naik Kuki was also wounded, but he kept his cool and in utter disregard of his personal safety, prevented the militants from snatching the weapon from his dead comrade and also, in the process, killed hardcore militant, captured his weapon and wounded another.   

Lance Naik Kamkholam Kuki displayed conspicuous courage, initiative and valour in the face of the militants. In recognition of his gallantry and valour, the Assam Regiment has re-named War Memorial Boys Hostel at the Centre as "Kamkholam War Memorial Boys Hostel".