Gazette Notification: 132 Pres 65,17-9-65
Operation: 1965 Riddle
Date of Award: 07 Sep 1965
Citation:
On 7 September 1965, when Deccan Horse took part in an attack on the Rohi Bund near Khem Karan on the India-Pakistan border, Risaldar Achhar Singh handled his troop with skill and courage, destroying an enemy tank and damaging another. His example inspired his comrades and made the operation a great success.
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