Quick Info
| Profession | Indian Army Personnel |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 26/09/1921 |
| Age | 41 years (died on 23, Oct, 1962) |
| Birthplace | Village Mahla Kalan, Moga, Punjab |
| Date of Death | 23/10/1962 |
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Bio/Wiki
| Famous For | Param Vir Chakra |
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| Rank | Subedar |
| Years of Service | 1936–1962 |
| Unit | 1st Battalion, Sikh Regiment |
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| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Libra |
| Hometown | Moga, Punjab |
Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Black |
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| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| College | N/A |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Sikhism |
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| Caste | Saini Sikh |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Not Known |
Family
| Father | Sher Singh (Shahnan) | ||||
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| Mother | Bibi Krishan Kaur (Bhela) | ||||
| Spouse | Gurdial Kaur (Banga) | ||||
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Career
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| Awards & Achievements | Awarded Param Vir Chakra for his bravery during the 1962 Sino-India War |
Favourites
| Favourite Revolutionary | Bhagat Singh |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born into a Saini Sikh family in Moga, Punjab. | |
| 2. He moved to village Mahla Kalan near Moga from village Munaka in district Hoshiarpur. | |
| 3. He declined the Chinese Army's suggestion to amputate his frostbitten foot. | |
| 4. He was honored posthumously with India's highest wartime gallantry medal, the Param Vir Chakra. | |
| 5. Numerous tributes and memorials have been established in his honor, such as a battle fatigue and a biographical film depicting his life. |