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Somnath Sharma, PVC (31 January 1923 – 3 November 1947), was an Indian military officer and the first recipient of India's highest military decoration, Param Vir Chakra (PVC), which he was awarded posthumously. [2] Sharma was commissioned into the 8th Battalion, 19th Hyderabad Regiment, in 1942. [3] .
Major Somnath Sharma sacrificed his life for the country when he was only 24 years of age. Born on 31 January 1923, he was the son of an illustrious Major General Amaranth Sharma. He became the first recipient of India’s highest gallantry award, the Param Vir chakra.
Major Somnath Sharma was killed while leading his men on a fighting patrol to Budgam village in Kashmir while evicting Pakistani raiders from Srinagar airport in November 1947.
Jan 23, 2020 · Learn about the life and bravery of Major Somnath Sharma, who fought against Pakistani raiders in Kashmir in 1947 and became the first recipient of the highest military honour in India. Read how he led his battalion with a fractured arm and a plaster cast, and sent his last message to the headquarters.
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Learn about the life and bravery of Major Somnath Sharma, who led his company against a large enemy force in the 1947 Kashmir war and became the first recipient of the Param Vir Chakra, India's highest military decoration. Read his biography, his actions at Badgam, and his legacy.
Jan 30, 2024 · Learn about Major Somnath Sharma, who led his troops to defend Srinagar airport against Pakistan-backed raiders in 1948. He became the first recipient of India's highest gallantry award, the Param Vir Chakra, for his valiant and selfless act.
Major Somnath Sharma led his company to fight the enemy with dogged determination. With extreme bravery he kept rushing across the open ground to his troops, skilfully directed their fire onto the enemy, until a mortar shell exploded near him.
