Vir Chakra (VrC)

Lieutenant Colonel Jasbir Pal Singh was holding a battalion defence position in the Western Sector. On the night of3 December 1971, the enemy attacked this position in overwhelming strength, supported by intense and heavy artillery fire. He immediately rushed with a commando platoon and himself took charge of the counter-attack. After a bitter hand-to-hand fight, he forced the enemy to withdraw leaving behind over a hundred dead. Again on 5 December, the enemy launched an attack. He organised a quick and surprise counter-attack and the enemy was routed. A number of casualties and prisoners were left behind by the enemy.

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