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The Maha Vir Chakra ( MVC) ( lit. 'Great Wheel of Bravery') is the second highest military decoration in India, after the Param Vir Chakra, and is awarded for acts of conspicuous gallantry in the presence of the enemy, whether on land, at sea or in the air.
Post-independence, first three gallantry awards namely Param Vir Chakra, Maha Vir Chakra and Vir Chakra were instituted by the Government of India on 26th January, 1950 which were deemed to have effect from the 15th August, 1947.
MAHAVIR CHAKRA. Design of the Medal and Ribbon. Instituted on 26 Jan 1950 to recognise the act of gallantry in the presence of the enemy. Medal: Circular in shape and is made of standard silver, and is embossed on the obverse a five pointed heraldic star with the points of the star just touching the rim.
The Vir Chakra (pronunciation: ʋ iː ɾ a tʃ a kɾa, lit. ' wheel of bravery ' ) is an Indian wartime military bravery award presented for acts of gallantry on the battlefield, on land or in the air or at sea.
Jul 24, 2020 · The Mahavir Chakra (MVC) is the second-highest military decoration in India and is awarded for acts of conspicuous gallantry in the presence of the enemy, whether on land, at sea or in the air....
Feb 11, 2015 · The State emblem (including motto) is embossed in the centre-piece which is domed. The star is polished and the centre piece is in gold gilt. On the reverse it will have embossed Maha Vir Chakra both in Hindi and English with two lotus flowers between Hindi and English wording. The fitting is swivel mounting.
May 18, 2018 · Captain Mulla was the first captain of independent India’s navy to go down with his ship. For his conspicuous gallantry and dedication to duty, he was posthumously honoured with the Maha Vir Chakra — India’s second highest military decoration after the Param Vir Chakra.
