Vir Chakra (VrC)

Havildar Dayanand Ram was commanding a platoon during the attack on an enemy post at lslamgarh in the Rajasthan Sector. This was a well-fortified post held in strength by the enemy. During the assault, his platoon came under heavy and effective enemy small arms fire. Though wounded, Havildar Dayanand Ram, with complete disregard for his personal safety, charged the enemy post and succeeded in capturing it before he succumbed to his injuries.

In this action, Havildar Dayanand Ram exhibited gallantry, determination and devotion to duty of a high order.