Dhan Singh, VrC

Biography

Jemadar Dhan Singh was born on 29 March 1916 in Titoli village in Almora district, Uttar Pradesh. He was son of Shri Ram Singh. Jemadar Dhan Singh was inducted into the 1 (para) of The Kumaon Regiment on 29 March 1934. On 11 December, 1947, a patrol consisting of one company of Kumaon Regiment was to clear raiders from a ridge in the area of Uri. Jemadar Dhan Singh’s team was leading the patrol and when they reached upto about 400 yards from the top of the ridge the leading section observed an enemy post immediately in front of them and some movement on their right flank. Jemadar Dhan Singh signalled the patrol to take up an all-round defensive position and he himself went up to the forward section to carry out a recce. Having spotted the enemy positions, he ordered his team to advance. As soon as the platoon advanced the enemy opened heavy fire but he ordered the platoon to charge with fixed bayonets and without thinking of his personal safety, he himself led from the front. The attack was successful and the enemy was routed from the position after they suffered heavy casualties. Jemadar Dhan Singh was posthumously awarded the Vir Chakra for his raw courage, valour and exemplary leadership.