Lance Naik Abhey Ram was serving with a battalion of Rajputana Rifles when it encountered strong opposition from the enemy in an area in the Eastern Sector. An attack was launched and during the hand-to-hand fighting, Lance Naik Abhey Ram killed six of the enemy. In the process, he was wounded and later succumbed to his injuries. His gallant act was a source of inspiration to the company and the enemy was forced to flee from the well-fortified position.

In this action Lance Naik Abhey Ram displayed gallantry, determination and devotion to duty of a high order.