Vir Chakra (VrC)

On 31 May 1989, Naik mahavir Singh, a radio operator of 7 Rajputana Rifles inducted into Sri lanka, was entrusted with the task of establishing a block along with five other personnel to prevent militants from escaping. The militants who were attempting to escape fired at this group. Naik Mahavir Singh reacted instantly and returned fire. He then gave immediate chase along with the platoon commander to prevent the militants from escaping. Both he and his platoon commander were hit and injured 

In spite of being injured in the chest, Naik Mahavir Singh continued to crawl forward to close on and locate the militants, who had holed up in the bush. Having located the militants, he engaged them with the carbine, killing both the militants. This led to recovery of two AK-47 rifles. However Naik Mahavir Singh succumbed to injuries while being evacuated. 

Naik Mahavir Singh displayed conspicuous courage, initiative and valour in action against militants and died in the best traditions of the Indian Army.