Indian Army Presidential Gallantry Awards 2025: Complete List of Vir Chakra, Shaurya Chakra, Kirti Chakra & Sena Medal Winners on Independence Day
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Indian Army Presidential Gallantry Awards 2025
Indian Army Presidential Gallantry Awards 2025 : On the historic occasion of India’s 79th Independence Day, the nation proudly honours the bravery, service, and sacrifices of its soldiers through the Indian Army Presidential Gallantry Awards 2025. These awards recognise acts of exceptional courage in the line of duty, distinguished wartime service, and gallantry beyond the battlefield.
From the highest wartime service medals to gallantry awards for individual heroism, this year’s honours feature soldiers from across the country, representing a wide range of regiments and special forces units.
Indian Army Presidential Gallantry Awards 2025
Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal (SYSM)
Awarded for the most distinguished service during war, conflict, or hostilities.
Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, PVSM, AVSM, SM, Madras Regiment, HQ Northern Command
Awarded for conspicuous gallantry otherwise than in the face of the enemy.
Capt Lalaramnyala Sailo, 4 Para (SF)
SSG Ranveer Singh Tanwar, PPSc, 13 Sikh LI
SS Manickam Sundararaj, 15 Garhwal Rifles
LNk Shashank Tiwari, ASC, 5 Sikh Scouts
RFN Jhanjal Pravin Prabhakar, 12 Mahar
Uttam Yudh Seva Medal (UYSM)
For distinguished service of an exceptional order during war, conflict, or hostilities.
Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar, PVSM, AVSM, Rajput Regiment
HG Venson Conso
HG (TS) Prashant Srivastava, AVSM, SM, Para
HG (TS) Krishore Mishra, AVSM, SM
Lt Gen Ajay Bal, HQ 16 Corps
Indian Army Presidential Gallantry Awards 2025
Vir Chakra
Awarded for acts of gallantry in the presence of the enemy.
Col Koshak Lamba, 302 Med Regt
Lt Col Somnath Sinha, 168 Med Bty
Nb Sub Satish Kumar, 4 Dogra
RFN Sunil Kumar, 4 J&K LI
Shaurya Chakra
Given for gallantry not in the face of the enemy.
Maj Abhishek Sungal, 13 Sikh LI
Maj Rakesh Kumar, 50 RR
Maj Anant Bhandari, 10 RR
Maj Abhay Singh, 5 Assam Rifles
Capt Rohan Sood, 4 Para (SF)
Yudh Seva Medal (YSM)
Maj Gaurav Gautam, 15 Garhwal Rifles
Maj Abhishek, 168 Med Regt
Maj Manish, Jat Regiment
Maj Ritesh Kumar, 4 Dogra
Bar to Sena Medal (Gallantry)
Maj Rahul Dutta, 45 RR
Maj Sumit Bhadauria, 17 Assam Rifles
Sena Medal (Gallantry)
Awardees include officers, JCOs, and jawans from across the Indian Army’s infantry, artillery, engineers, and special forces units. The list includes:
Lt Col Hitesh Singh Ramesh Karangale, 7 Mahar
Lt Col Pailappan, 14 Garhwal Rifles
Nb Sub Paragshit Pawar, 6 Mahar
… (and continues through all names listed in the official notification)
Notable Units Featured in the 2025 Awards
Para (SF) – Special Forces operations in high-risk areas.
Assam Rifles – Counter-insurgency and border security.
Garhwal Scouts – High-altitude defence and patrolling.
Rajput Regiment, Sikh LI, Maratha LI, Dogra Regiment – Infantry regiments known for valour.
Artillery & Armoured Corps – Providing heavy firepower in operations.
Honouring the Spirit of the Indian Army
Every name in this list carries a story of sacrifice, resilience, and service before self. Whether it’s facing hostile fire, executing daring counter-terrorism operations, or serving in extreme weather at the nation’s borders, these soldiers embody the Indian Army’s motto: “Service Before Self.”
Conclusion
The Presidential Gallantry Awards 2025 are more than medals—they are symbols of the nation’s gratitude and respect. As India marks its 79th Independence Day, the entire country salutes these warriors for keeping the tricolour flying high in every corner of our land.
