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Vir Chakra (VrC)

Awardee: Ravinder Datt Law VrC

Gazette Notification
73 Pres72, 17-6-72
Operation
1971 Cactus Lily (1971)
Date of Award
06 Dec 1971

Citation

Major Ravinder Datt Law, commanding an independent armoured squadron, was given the task of containing the enemy thrust on Longewala in the Rajasthan Sector. He deployed his tanks effectively to stem the enemy advance. During the battle, from 6 to 10 December 1971, Major Law inflicted heavy casualties on the enemy armour and provided valuable support to the infantry. 

Throughout, Major Law displayed gallantry, leadership and professional skill of a high order.
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