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Honoring India’s Bravest: Celebrating the Heroes of the Param Vir Chakra on the 76th Republic Day
A Tribute to the Gallantry and Sacrifice of India’s Param Vir Chakra Awardees, the Guardians of Our Nation’s Sovereignty.
India will proudly celebrate its 76th Republic Day on 26th January 2025, marking the historic day in 1950 when the Constitution of India came into effect, laying the foundation of our democracy.
On this momentous occasion, let us honor and remember the brave heroes who have selflessly sacrificed their lives for the nation. Their courage and dedication continue to inspire us, especially the recipients of gallantry awards, both past and present, whose valor stands as a testament to their unwavering commitment to India’s sovereignty and peace.
Following are the recipients of the Param Vir Chakra, India’s highest military decoration, awarded for acts of conspicuous gallantry in the presence of the enemy:
1. Major Somnath Sharma — 3 November 1947 (Posthumous)
2. Naik Jadu Nath Singh — 6 February 1948 (Posthumous)
