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| Youngest MVC recipient, Col Rinchen fondly remembered on his 18th death anniversary | |
Nubra, (Ladakh), July 1, (Scoop News)-On the 18th Death Anniversary of Late Col Chhewang Rinchen, MVC* SM. A wreath laying ceremony was organised at War Memorial, Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre.
Col Rinchen is always remembered for his exceptional bravery and courageous acts.
Born on November 11, 1931, in Sumur, Nubra, Col Rinchen joined the Nubra Guards at the tender age of 17. During tribal raid launched by Pakistan in 1947-48 operations, he along with his band of 28 volunteers successfully blocked the advancement of these Pak raiders from entering Leh town for approx two months.
For his heroic actions, he was awarded Maha Vir Chakra (MVC), the yougest recipient of the award in Indian Army. He was awarded Sena Medal for his brave deeds against the Chinese in 1962 Operatins in the Daulat Beg Oldi Sector.
In 1971, he led his 'Dhal Force' against the Pakistanis in Baltistan. His unorthodox technique based on guerrilla warfare resulted in the recapturing of a significant area in Turtuk Sector.
He was awarded Maha Vir Chakra (MVC) for the second time and the Ladakh Scouts won the Battle Honour of Turtuk-1971.
The wreaths were laid by several military and civil dignitaries including Station Commander Leh garrison, Commandant Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre and relatives of Late Col Chhewang Rinchen, MVC*, SM
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