Gallantry Awards

Gallantry Awards in Indian Army

Soldiers been entitled for the Act of Bravery and Courage during Battles or in Peace Time. These Gallantry awards are awarded by the President Personally. The List of Gallantry awards in Indian Army is as

 

 

Param Vir Chakra (PVC)

 

This is the highest decoration for valour  awarded - for 'the most conspicuous bravery or some daring or per-eminent act of valour or self-sacrifice in the presence of the enemy whether on land, at sea or in the air.'

The decoration is made of bronze and is circular in shape. It has, on the obverse, four replicas of 'indra's vajra', embossed round the state emblem in the center. On the reverse, the words 'Param Vir Chakra' are embossed both in Hindi and in English with lotus flower in the middle. The medal is worn on the left breast with a plan purple colored ribbon. When only the ribbon is worn it has miniature replica of the 'Vajra' stitched on it.

The Award carries a monetary allowance of Rs.1500 per month and an equal amount per month for each bar.  

Maha Vir Chakra (MVC)   

 

This is second highest decoration and is awarded for 'an act of conspicuous gallantry in the presence of the enemy whether on land, in sea or in the air.'

It is made of Standard Silver and is circular in shape. Embossed on the obverse is a five pointed star with a domed centerpiece bearing the gilded state emblem in a circle in the center. On the reverse, the words , 'Mahavir Chakra' are embossed both in Hindi and in English with two lotus flowers in the middle. The medal is worn on the left breast with a half white and half saffron ribbon with the saffron stripe nearer to the left shoulder.

It carries a Monitory allowance of Rs.1200 per month and an equal amount per month for each bar.  

Vir Chakra (VrC)

 

This is the third in the order of awards and is given for 'an act of gallantry in the presence of the enemy whether on land, at sea or in the air.' 

The medal is made of standard silver and is circular in shape. Embossed on the obverse is a five pointed star which has an 'Ashoka Chakra' in the center. Within this chakra is a domed centerpiece bearing the gilded state emblem. On the reverse, the Word 'Vir Chakra' are embossed in Hindi and in English with two Lotus Flowers in the middle. The Vir Chakra is Worn on the left breast with a half blue and half saffron ribbon, the saffron stripe being nearest to the left shoulder. 

It  carries monitory allowance of Rs.850 per month and an equal amount per month for each bar.
All members of the armed forces and civilian serving regularly or temporarily under the direction or supervision of any of the services are eligible for any of the three awards.

Ashoka Chakra (AC)

 

This decoration is awarded for the 'most Conspicious bravery or some daring or pre-eminent act of valour or self-sacrifice on land, at sea or in air.'

The medal is made of gilt gold and is circular in shape. Embossed on the observe is a replica of the Ashoka Chakra surrounded by a wreath of lotuses. Along the edge of the pattern of the lotus leaves, flowers and buds. On the reverse the words 'Ashoka Chakra' are embossed in both Hindi and English with lotus Flower in the intervening space. It is worn on the left breast with a green colored silk ribbon divided into two equal parts by a saffron vertical line.

It carries a monetary allowance of Rs.1400 per month and an equal amount per month for each bar.

Kirti Chakra (KC)

 

The decoration is awarded for 'an act of Conspicuous gallantry '

It is made of standard silver and is circular in shape. The obverse and reverse are exactly the same as in the case of the AC. On the reverse are embossed the words 'Kirti Chakra' both in Hindi and English. The Chakra is worn on the left breast with a green colored Silk ribbon and divided into three parts by two saffron vertical lines.

It carries a monetary allowance of Rs.1050 and an equal amount per month for each bar. 

Shaurya Chakra 

 

This decoration is awarded for 'an act of gallantry'

It is exactly like the other two medals except that it is made up of bronze and the words 'Shaurya Chakra' are embossed on the reverse. The medal is worn on the left breast with a green colored ribbon divided into four parts by three saffron colored ribbons.

It carries a Monetary allowance of Rs. 750 per month and an equal amount per month for each bar.

All citizens of India are eligible for the award of AC, KC and SC.

  
Source: Indian Armed Forces (Lancer Publications)

Battle Cries of the Infantry Regiments

Battle Cries of the Infantry Regiments

The Brigade of Guards    "Bol Pyare, Guard ka hun"

The Punjab Regiment    "Jo Bole So Nihal, Sat Sri Akal"

The Madras Regiment        "Veer Madrasi Adi Kolu, Adi Kolu"

The Grenadiers         "Sarvada Shaktishali"

The Maratha Light Infantry        "Chattarpati Shivaji Mharaj Ki Jai"

The Rajputana Rifles        "Raja Ram Chandar Ki Jai"

                   "Bole Nara Haidiri Ya Ali"

The Rajput Regiment      "Bol Bajrang Bli Ki Jai"

The Sikh Regiment     "Jo Bole So Nihal, Sat Sri Akal"

The Jat Regiment     "Jat Balwan, Jai Bhagwan"

The Dogra Regiment          "Jwala Mata Ki Jai"

The Garhwal Rifles         " Badri Vishal Lal Ki Jai"

The Kumaon Regiment    "Kalika Mata Ki Jai"

The Assam Regiment    "Rhino Charge"

The Bihar Regiment    "Birsa Munda Ki Jai"

The Mahar Regiment    "Bol Hindustan Ki Jai"

The Jammu and Kashmir Rifles    "Durga Mata ki Jai"

The Ladakh Scouts     "Bharat Mata Ki Jai"

The Naga Regiment      "Jai Durga Naga"

The Gorkha Brigade       "Jai Mahakali, Ayo Durgali "    

Army Air Defence

Indian Army Air Defense 

Air Defense was a part of Regiment of Artillery till 1993, then it was formed into a separate corps and named as Corps of Army Air defense (AAD). The primary function of AAD is to work with Indian air force to safeguard the Sky of nation, there task is to protect the air space from enemy infringement.

These units also work along with Mechanized unit to strengthen their position at front posts.AAD mainly use air defense guns, surface to surface missiles, radars, communication equipments and other hardware's. Their units are known as regiments and separates on the basis of the weapons they used and degree of mobility. 

Logo of Indian Army Air Defense

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Structure/Organization Of Army Air Defense Regiment

A battery can hold Single or mixed type of Air Defense Weapons

 

Characteristics of Air Defense Weapons

Weapon System	Maximum Range	Warhead	Remarks
L-70 gun	3.5 km	High explosive	Single barrel gun
ZU-23-2 (twin)	2.5 km	High explosive, incendiary, armour piercing and tracer	Twin barrel gun
ZSU-23-4 (Schilka)	2.5 km	High explosive, incendiary, armour piercing and tracer	Four barrel gun
SAM 7 (strela)	2.8 km – 4.2 km	High explosive	Man portable SAM
SAM 14 (Igla)	3.0 km – 3.5 km	High explosive	Man portable SAM
SAM 13 (Strela)	5 km	High explosive	Self propelled SAM
SAM 8 (OSA-AK)	10 km	High explosive	Self propelled SAM
SAM 6 (KWADRAT)	5 km – 24 km	High explosive	Self propelled SAM
Tungushka	2.5 km – 10 km (missile) .2 km – 4 km (gun)	High explosive, armour piercing and tracer	Self propelled gun-missile system

Army Air Defense Wallpapers/pictures

Outline Organisation Of the Indian Army

Outline Organization Of the Indian Army

Being one of the Word's largest Army, the Organizational structure of Indian army is very complex and effective. An effective Organization of Indian army help to increase the maneuverability of troops and hence provides a upper hand over other countries. The Structure is shown below:

Army Headquarters: Delhi

Southern Command Headquarters: Pune, Maharashtra

Northern Command Headquarter: Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir

Eastern Command Headquarters: Kolkata, West Bengal

Western Command Headquarters: Chandimandir

Central Command Headquarters: Lucknow, Uttarpardesh

South Western Command Headquarters: Jaipur, Rajsthan

Army Training Command Headquarters: Shimla, Himachal Pardesh

Major Conflicts in South Asian Countries

Major Conflicts in South Asian Countries

Pakistan

1. Taliban, Al-Queda, Lashkar-e-toiba Jihadist groups and tribal warlords Tehreek-e-Nafaz-e-Mohammadi want to impose sharia in Pakistan 

2. Gulbuddin Hekmatyar of Hizb-e-Islami also cooperate with Taliban and Al-Qaeda in South Afghanistan and Pakistan 

 

Afghanistan

1. Al-Queda based largely out of Pakistan's Quetta is an umbrella group for: 

A. Harkut-ul-Mujahideen, 

B. Harkat-ul-Jehad-ul-Islami(Huji) 

C. Jaish-e-Mohammad 

2. Jalaudin Haqqari and son Sarajuddin organise high profile terror acts in Afganistan - fighting for Islamic emirates in Waziristan Shura ittehad-ul-Mujahiddin

3. Lashkar-e-Toeba formed in Kunar, Afganistan is one of the word's largest terrorist groups next to Al-Queda. Its operations are majorly directed against India.

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Jammu and Kashmir

Harkut-ul-Mujahideen, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Laskar-e-toeba, Jaish-e-Mohamaad, Al Badar activities in Jammu and Kashmir region.

 

Assam

ULFA, NDFB, KLO activities in Assam and other East Indian States. 

Nagaland

NSCN-K, NSCN-JM has the oldest insurgency in Nagaland

Manipur

Manipur faces the largest no. of Militant groups. KYKL (Kanglaei Yaol Kanba) aim to cleanse Manipur society. UNLF is declared separated group.

Tripura

NLFT, AFFT groups having basses in Bangladesh have shown activities in Tripura

Jharkhand, Bengal and Orissa

Maoists, Naxalites, PWG Worst affected states Chattisgarh, Bihar, Orissa, Jharkhand, Bengal, Andhra Pardesh and Maharashtra   

SSB MEDICAL PROCEDURE

Medical Examination Procedure in Service Selection Board(SSB)

After getting recommended in SSB interviews, candidates need to go through Medical Examination Procedure. As a candidate if you are thinking that getting recommended is enough then you need to give it a second thought as medical decides your entry in Indian military.

A medical examination Procedure is held at nearby Military Hospital and continues to 5 days.

Day 1

At Day 1 of Medical Examination, candidates undergo

Urine test - looks for mineral contents in Urine

Blood test - looks for hemoglobin and other essential minerals ratio

Chest X-ray - looks for any irregular or unwanted part

Ultra-Sound Test - looks for better insight of inner organs and problems like Kidney Stones.

Candidates should not eat anything during day 1 testing. 

Day 2

At Day 2 of medical examination, candidates undergo

Eyes Checkup 

here the related doctor looks for any defect that restrict your vision and a test is conducted for checking Night Blindness too. 

Day 3

At Day 3 of medical examination, candidates undergo

ENT test

ENT stands for 'Ear-Nose-Throat', a candidate undergo hearing test and individual checkup. Candidates with DNS surgery are acceptable in Indian military.

Day 4

At Day 4 of medical examination, candidates undergo

Surgical /medical examination

In this examination, experts check 

• Height and Weight 
• Blood Pressure
• Hyper-tension 
• Reproductive Organs 
• Anus 

Day 5

At Day 5 of medical examination, candidates undergo

Dental Checkup

Here a expert doctor looks for Jumbled tooth and other features of a healthy mouth.