Vir Chakra (VrC)
Awardee: Chhotu Ram VrC
Citation
During the battle of Dograi Village, Naib Subedar Chhotu Ram's company was given the task of capturing the area where enemy tanks were in harbour. On reaching the objective, he directed his men to attack the enemy position. He himself 1 assaulted one tank and dropping a grenade inside, killed the crew and captured the tank. Inspired by his bravery and leadership, his platoon over-ran the enemy position, captured three tanks intact, and destroyed four machine guns. In this action, Naib Subedar Chhotu Ram displayed exemplary courage and leadership of a high order.

