The Param Vir Chakra is India's highest military decoration. It honours extraordinary bravery in the face of enemy action. Established in 1950, it is awarded to soldiers for exceptional valour. The medal features a five-pointed star and is inscribed with the words "The Lord of Truth." Recipients are celebrated as national heroes, embodying courage and sacrifice in Indian military history.
Portraits of all 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees now occupy a prominent place inside Rashtrapati Bhavan, replacing portraits of British-era Aide-de-Camps. Inaugurated on Vijay Diwas, the move is...
