In the previous installment of this article we had discussed various gallantry awards (peace time and war time) given to our valiant fighters. In this article we will shed some light on the various medals given to the Indian Armed forces personnel. So, here we go.
Distinguished Service and Gallantry Medals
These medals are given by the organization (Army, Navy and Air force) to acknowledge certain special endeavours which have added to the glory of the services. These Medals are given to those who exhibit unflinching devotion towards their duties and obligations. These awards can either be given for an act of gallantry or for distinguished service to the organization, not in the face of the enemy.
- Sena Medal: – This medal is given to those dutiful members of the Indian Army who show extraordinary courage and selflessness in carrying out their tasks. It was established by the President of India on 17th June 1960
- Nau Sena Medal: – As the name speaks for itself, this award is given in the same lines of Sena Medal to the Personnel belonging to the Indian Navy. It signifies that the recipient is a diligent member of the organization. It was also established on 17th June 1960 by the President of India.
- Vayu Sena Medal: – It is given to the personnel belonging to the Indian Air Force. This medal is in the same frequency as the above to medals. Both distinguished service and gallantry type efforts can be acknowledged through this medal. It was also established on 17th June 1960 by the President of India.
Wartime Distinguished Service Medals
These medals are given to all ranks of the Indian Military (Army, Navy, Air Force and the reserve forces including nursing corps) for their indefatigable efforts to maintain the pride and honour of our nation during various operations. For, example soldiers are honoured for their contributions in operations like Operation Parakram, Operation Cactus Lilly and Operation Black Tornado etc.
- Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal: – This is the highest award given in the category of Wartime Distinguished Service Medals. Personnel are honoured for their special contributions in various operational activities of the Military Forces.
- Uttam Yudh Seva Medal: – This award is second in precedence in this category. This award is given to felicitate the people involved in a specific operation who have shown flagrant bravery.
- Yudh Seva Medal: – This medal is third in precedence, given in the same lines of Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal and Uttam Yush Seva Medal.
Peacetime Distinguished Service Medals
These Medals are awarded to military personnel who show conspicuous devotion and dedication towards their duty. These medals can be of both gallantry and Distinguished Service type.
These awards are given for the exceptional service shown during non war times, not at the battlefield.
These Medals are awarded to military personnel who show conspicuous devotion and dedication towards their duty. These medals can be of both gallantry and Distinguished Service type.
These awards are given for the exceptional service shown during non war times, not at the battlefield.
Param Vishisht Seva Medal: – This is the highest award given in the above mentioned category. It is a gallantry type award and given to those personnel who exhibit an act of gallantry during testing times.
- Ati Vishisht Seva Medal: – This is the second highest award in this category. This is a distinguished service medal and not a gallantry type medal. It is a testament that the recipient has tirelessly worked for his organization.
- Vishisht Seva Medal: – This is the third highest award in the above category. This is also of a distinguish service type medal given in the same vein as the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal.
Mention In Dispatches
This acknowledgment is given for distinguished service and gallantry acts which are not sufficiently of high order to be given as a gallantry award. This testifies that the recipient has selfless worked for the organization. This is given since 1947 to all ranks of military including Territorial Army and reserved forces.
This acknowledgment is given for distinguished service and gallantry acts which are not sufficiently of high order to be given as a gallantry award. This testifies that the recipient has selfless worked for the organization. This is given since 1947 to all ranks of military including Territorial Army and reserved forces.
Commendation Card
This honour is also given in the same lines of mention in dispatches, given to all ranks of Army, Navy and Air Force who show individual acts of bravery and special devotion in operational or non operational areas. This honour cannot be bestowed posthumously.
Other Medals
This honour is also given in the same lines of mention in dispatches, given to all ranks of Army, Navy and Air Force who show individual acts of bravery and special devotion in operational or non operational areas. This honour cannot be bestowed posthumously.
Other Medals
These medals include medals such as General Service Medal, Wound Medal, Special Service Medal, Paschimi Star, Poorvi Star, Operation Vijay Star, Siachen Glacier Medal, Sainya Seva Medal, Raksha Medal, Operation Parakram Medal, High Altitude Service Medal, Videsh Seva Medal, General Service Medal 1947, Samanya Seva Medal, Samar Seva Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Long Service and Good Conduct Medal, 30 Years Long Service Medal, 20 Years Long Service Medal, 9 Years Long Service Medal, Territorial Army Decoration, Territorial Army Medal, Indian Independence Medal, 50th Anniversary Medal and 25th Anniversary Medal.
On this note we conclude the part regarding various military decorations and their significance. Every soldier in every type of force is a special asset to the country and they are the real medals of our nation. Keep visiting ssbcrack. Your views and reviews are welcome on the comment box below. You can also get in touch with me at [email protected]. JAI HIND
On this note we conclude the part regarding various military decorations and their significance. Every soldier in every type of force is a special asset to the country and they are the real medals of our nation. Keep visiting ssbcrack. Your views and reviews are welcome on the comment box below. You can also get in touch with me at [email protected]. JAI HIND
