Vir Chakra (VrC)

On 5 December 1971, Lieutenant Colonel Suresh Chandra Gupta, who was commanding a battalion of 5th Gorkha Rifles, was ordered to capture a village in the Western Sector. The village was a well-fortified position, held in strength by the enemy and protected by minefield and obstacles. Lieutenant Colonel Gupta led his battalion with competence and unmindful of his personal safety, he influenced the battle at each stage by presence, encouraging and inspiring his command to capture this difficult and formidable position.

In this action, Lieutenant Colonel Gupta displayed gallantry, determination and leadership of a high order.