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Gazette Notification: 92 Pres/72,27-1-72
Operation: 1971 Cactus Lily
Date of Award: 12 Dec 1971

Citation:

During the operations against Pakistan, on 12 December 1971, Flight Lieutenant Surinder Singh Malhotra was detailed to carry out a photo reconnaissance mission over Risalwala airfield deep inside enemy territory. He noticed two enemy Mig- 19s over the airfield. He skillfully manoeuvred his aircraft and positioned himself behind the Mig. As soon as the enemy aircraft came within firing range, he opened fire and saw the enemy aircraft emitting smoke and going down.

Throughout, Flight Lieutenant Malhotra displayed gallantry, professional skill and devotion to duty of a high order.

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