Vir Chakra (VrC)

During the advance on Jhangar and attack on Pir Thal Nakka on 17 March 1948, Naik Mehar Singh was leading the right forward section. During the assault the enemy LMG and grenades came down on his section and wounded two of his men. He pushed on throwing grenades in front of him and charged the enemy and was the first on top and accounted for two enemy soldiers in trenches. Without waiting for the rest of his platoon to catch up, he charged with his men himself leading, all firing from hip and secured a foothold. By his initiative and action, he enabled his company to reach their objective without any further 1 casualties to themselves. 

In both these actions, Naik Mehar Singh displayed outstanding initiative and daring which filled everyone in his company with enthusiasm and high spirits. Throughout the long hours of action, he set an example of leadership, tenacity of purpose and devotion to duty.