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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.
The Param Vir Chakra (PVC) is India 's highest military decoration, awarded for displaying distinguished acts of valour during wartime. [5][6] Param Vir Chakra translates as the "Wheel of the Ultimate Brave", and the award is granted for "most conspicuous bravery in the presence of the enemy".
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.
The Param Vir Chakra (PVC) is India's highest military decoration awarded for the highest degree of valour or self-sacrifice in the presence of the enemy, similar to the British Victoria Cross, US Medal
Oct 22, 2020 · The Vir Chakra (VrC) is the third highest military Award in India. Till now, there are 1322 Vir Chakra Awardees and here is a list of some of the brave hearts who have been given this award.
Nov 8, 2024 · The Param Vir Chakra is India’s highest wartime gallantry award, given to officers and enlisted personnel across all branches of the Indian Armed Forces.It recognizes acts of the utmost valor and selflessness in the presence of the enemy, whether on land, at sea, or in the air. Instituted in January 1950, with retroactive effect from August 15, 1947, the medal is crafted from bronze and can be awarded posthumously.
Nov 24, 2021 · Recently, group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman was awarded Vir Chakra which is a wartime gallantry award, by the President of India. The gallantry awards are announced twice in a year — first on the occasion of the Republic Day and then on the occasion of the Independence Day.
VIR CHAKRA. Design of the Medal and Ribbon. Instituted on 26 Jan 1950 and awarded for acts 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 State Emblem (including motto) is ...
PARAM VIR CHAKRA. Design of the Medal and Ribbon. Instituted on 26 Jan 1950, to recognize the most conspicuous bravery or some daring or pre-eminent act of valour or self-sacrifice in the presence of the enemy.
Nov 30, 1999 · The Indian Air Force received 200 Vir Chakras over the 50 years since Independence. the Majority of them, 104 during the 1971 Conflict. The 200 Vir Chakras also includes four Bars to VrCs, three of which were awarded during the 71 Conflict.
