Just a moment to think about our brave men who fought for our country...
This is Capt Vikram Batra - Param Vir Chakra.
On 01 June 1999, his unit proceeded to the Kargil Sector due to a war-like situation in Kargil, Drass, and Batalik sub-sectors. He was then sent with his company on the first strategic and daring operation to recapture the first peak of utmost importance - Point 5140, situated at an altitude of 17,000 feet. Upon reaching Point 5140, leading a company of troops, he encountered the commander of the Pakistani-backed terrorists on the radio. The enemy commander challenged him by saying, "Why have you come Shershah (Vikram's nickname given by his commanding officer), you will not go back." Captain Batra, known for not backing away from a fight, replied, "We shall see within one hour, who remains on the top." Shortly after, Captain Batra and his company of troops killed eight enemy soldiers and captured a heavy anti-aircraft machine gun, neutralizing the advantageous peak. Mission Point 5140 was a success!
The recapture of Point 5140 paved the way for the return of the other peaks and cleared the Srinagar-Leh highway, leading to further successes like capturing Point 5100, 4700 Junction, Three Pimples, and the ultimate prize - Tiger Hill. After capturing Point 5140, he radioed his commanding officer and joyfully exclaimed, "Yeh Dil Mange More!" On the successful capture of the vital peak, he was congratulated and graced by the Chief of Army Staff, General Ved Prakash Malik, over the telephone. After resting for 4 to 5 days, he proceeded towards Point 4750, where he was challenged again by the enemy who said, "Shershah, nobody shall be left to lift your dead bodies," to which Captain Batra curtly replied, "Don't worry about us, Pray for your safety." He captured Point 4750 and hoisted the national flag, playing a commendable role in the capture of Tiger Hill. He dedicated himself and was determined for total victory.
Captain Batra, driven by a quest for honor and victory, volunteered for a third crucial operation - recapturing Point 4875 at an altitude of 17,000 feet with a gradient of 80 degrees. Along with his company and another led by Captain Anuj Nayyar, MVC, they faced tough opposition, killed numerous enemy troops, and recaptured the peak on 05 July 1999. Despite a counterattack on 07 July 1999, he retaliated with vigor. During the intense battle, when one of his junior officers (Lieutenant Naveen) was seriously injured, he rushed to his rescue. While pulling Lieutenant Naveen to safety, the injured officer expressed his desire to continue fighting, to which Captain Batra replied, "Tu baal bachedaar hai! Hatt jaa peeche." (You have kids and a wife to look after! Get back). Unfortunately, destiny had other plans, and while rescuing his comrade, Captain Batra was shot in the chest. With "Jai Mata Di" on his lips, he fell and was hit again in the waist by an artillery splinter. Before succumbing to his grievous injuries, this brave son of the motherland and true lion of Bharat Mata eliminated another five enemy soldiers.
Captain Vikram Batra displayed exceptional bravery and valor rarely seen. His actions stand as an inspiration for the youth of our nation, inspiring generations to come. In recognition of his gallant act, Point 4875 has been renamed Captain Vikram Batra Top, credited for capturing this vital peak by his Commanding Officer, Colonel Y.K. Joshi, 13 JAK Rifles. For his sustained display of the most conspicuous personal bravery and junior leadership of the highest order in the face of the enemy, Captain Vikram Batra was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra, India's highest medal for gallantry. His father, Mr. G.L. Batra, received the award from the President of India on behalf of his brave son.
When Gen. VP Malik visited his house and met Capt Vikram's father, he said one sentence about him, "Had this kid returned from Kargil, he would be sitting at my post in 15 years."
Jai Bharath...
From India, Trivandrum
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1This is Capt Vikram Batra - Param Vir Chakra.
On 01 June 1999, his unit proceeded to the Kargil Sector due to a war-like situation in Kargil, Drass, and Batalik sub-sectors. He was then sent with his company on the first strategic and daring operation to recapture the first peak of utmost importance - Point 5140, situated at an altitude of 17,000 feet. Upon reaching Point 5140, leading a company of troops, he encountered the commander of the Pakistani-backed terrorists on the radio. The enemy commander challenged him by saying, "Why have you come Shershah (Vikram's nickname given by his commanding officer), you will not go back." Captain Batra, known for not backing away from a fight, replied, "We shall see within one hour, who remains on the top." Shortly after, Captain Batra and his company of troops killed eight enemy soldiers and captured a heavy anti-aircraft machine gun, neutralizing the advantageous peak. Mission Point 5140 was a success!
The recapture of Point 5140 paved the way for the return of the other peaks and cleared the Srinagar-Leh highway, leading to further successes like capturing Point 5100, 4700 Junction, Three Pimples, and the ultimate prize - Tiger Hill. After capturing Point 5140, he radioed his commanding officer and joyfully exclaimed, "Yeh Dil Mange More!" On the successful capture of the vital peak, he was congratulated and graced by the Chief of Army Staff, General Ved Prakash Malik, over the telephone. After resting for 4 to 5 days, he proceeded towards Point 4750, where he was challenged again by the enemy who said, "Shershah, nobody shall be left to lift your dead bodies," to which Captain Batra curtly replied, "Don't worry about us, Pray for your safety." He captured Point 4750 and hoisted the national flag, playing a commendable role in the capture of Tiger Hill. He dedicated himself and was determined for total victory.
Captain Batra, driven by a quest for honor and victory, volunteered for a third crucial operation - recapturing Point 4875 at an altitude of 17,000 feet with a gradient of 80 degrees. Along with his company and another led by Captain Anuj Nayyar, MVC, they faced tough opposition, killed numerous enemy troops, and recaptured the peak on 05 July 1999. Despite a counterattack on 07 July 1999, he retaliated with vigor. During the intense battle, when one of his junior officers (Lieutenant Naveen) was seriously injured, he rushed to his rescue. While pulling Lieutenant Naveen to safety, the injured officer expressed his desire to continue fighting, to which Captain Batra replied, "Tu baal bachedaar hai! Hatt jaa peeche." (You have kids and a wife to look after! Get back). Unfortunately, destiny had other plans, and while rescuing his comrade, Captain Batra was shot in the chest. With "Jai Mata Di" on his lips, he fell and was hit again in the waist by an artillery splinter. Before succumbing to his grievous injuries, this brave son of the motherland and true lion of Bharat Mata eliminated another five enemy soldiers.
Captain Vikram Batra displayed exceptional bravery and valor rarely seen. His actions stand as an inspiration for the youth of our nation, inspiring generations to come. In recognition of his gallant act, Point 4875 has been renamed Captain Vikram Batra Top, credited for capturing this vital peak by his Commanding Officer, Colonel Y.K. Joshi, 13 JAK Rifles. For his sustained display of the most conspicuous personal bravery and junior leadership of the highest order in the face of the enemy, Captain Vikram Batra was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra, India's highest medal for gallantry. His father, Mr. G.L. Batra, received the award from the President of India on behalf of his brave son.
When Gen. VP Malik visited his house and met Capt Vikram's father, he said one sentence about him, "Had this kid returned from Kargil, he would be sitting at my post in 15 years."
Jai Bharath...
From India, Trivandrum
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