President Droupadi Murmu announced 80 gallantry awards for the Indian armed forces on Thursday, January 25. Among them are six Kirti Chakra and 16 Shaurya Chakra recipients. These awards recognize the exceptional bravery and valor displayed by members of the armed forces in the line of duty.
Gallantry awards in India are prestigious honors bestowed upon individuals for exceptional acts of bravery and valor. Kirti Chakra stands as the nation’s second-highest peacetime gallantry award, following the Ashok Chakra, while the Shaurya Chakra ranks third in peacetime recognition.
In times of conflict, the Param Vir Chakra, Maha Vir Chakra, and Vir Chakra are the three highest wartime gallantry awards conferred upon personnel who display extraordinary bravery and determination in the face of adversity. These awards serve as symbols of the nation’s deep appreciation for the courage and sacrifice demonstrated by individuals in both peacetime and wartime situations.
Gallantry Awards are categorized into two main groups:
1. Gallantry in the Face of Enemy:
2. Gallantry Other than in the Face of Enemy:
These distinctions acknowledge acts of valor and courage exhibited in the face of enemy forces as well as instances where bravery is displayed in other challenging situations. The awards symbolize the nation’s appreciation for individuals who exhibit extraordinary courage and selflessness in the line of duty.
Kirti Chakra stands as the nation’s second-highest peacetime gallantry award. Check the names of the Kirti Chakra award winners:
Here are the names of the Shaurkya Chakra Award winners:
Apart from these awards, 53 Sena Medals (seven posthumous), one Nao Sena Medal (gallantry) and four Vayu Sena Medals (gallantry) were conferred upon the personnel by President Murmu.
Q1. Who announced the Gallantry Awards for the Indian armed forces in 2024?
Q2. How many Kirti Chakra recipients were there in the Gallantry Awards of 2024?
Q3. Name the categories of Gallantry Awards in India.
Q4. Who are the recipients of Kirti Chakra in 2024?
Q5. Which armed forces personnel received the Nao Sena Medal (gallantry) in 2024?
Q6. Who received the Vayu Sena Medals (gallantry) in 2024?
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