Brave Soldiers · Param Vir Chakra
Sanjay Kumar
Rifleman (later Subedar Major and Honorary Captain) · born 1976
Wounded, he charged an enemy machine-gun post and turned its weapon against the enemy.
On 4 July 1999, during the attack on Area Flat Top near Point 4875 in the Mushkoh valley, Rifleman Sanjay Kumar led the assault on an enemy position. Despite serious wounds, he charged a machine-gun post, captured the weapon and used it against the enemy.
Early life and background
Born in Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, Sanjay Kumar joined the 13th Battalion of the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles in 1996.
Historical context
In July 1999 13 JAK Rifles attacked enemy positions around Point 4875 in the Mushkoh valley during the Kargil conflict.
Key achievements
As lead scout of his section, Sanjay Kumar charged an enemy machine-gun post, overcame its occupants, and used their machine gun to engage another position, enabling the attack to succeed.
Important events and milestones
- 1996 Joins 13 JAK Rifles.
- 4 July 1999 Action at Area Flat Top.
Awards and honours
Param Vir Chakra.
Later life
Sanjay Kumar recovered from his wounds and continued to serve, later holding the rank of Subedar Major and Honorary Captain.
Enduring legacy
He and Captain Vikram Batra, of the same battalion, were both awarded the Param Vir Chakra for actions in the battle for Point 4875.
References
- Gallantry Awards portal, Ministry of Defence (opens in a new tab)
- Wikipedia — Sanjay Kumar (with cited sources) (opens in a new tab)
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