Vir Chakra (VrC)

On 10 December, 1971, Havildar Devendra Singh Kandari was the platoon havildar in a company of Kumaon Regiment which was detailed far attacking the enemy defences in the Eastern Sector. While assaulting the objective, his platoon commander was killed and he assumed command of the platoon. On reaching the objective, energy localities opened up with small arms fire from very close range. With utter disregard for his personal safety he rushed on to the enemy in their fortified bunkers and a hand-to-hand fight ensued. He snatched a light machine gun killing the gun detachment. In this process, he was seriously wounded in the stomach and succumbed to his injuries.

In this action, Havildar Kandari displayed gallantry, leadership and devotion to duty of a high order.