Archive · 18 Jul 2025
India Remembers CHM Piru Singh's Valor in 1948 Battle
Long ago, in 1948, during a war between India and Pakistan, a brave soldier named Company Havildar Major (CHM) Piru Singh fought in a very important battle called the Battle of Tithwal.
Even though he was hurt badly by the enemy, he kept fighting and helped his team.
He destroyed key enemy spots and kept going until the very end.
Because of his extreme bravery, he was given India's highest award for soldiers.
People remember him for his courage and the ultimate sacrifice he made.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid tribute to Company Havildar Major (CHM) Piru Singh on his 'Balidan Diwas'.
CHM Piru Singh was honored for his bravery in the 1948 Battle of Tithwal during the first India-Pakistan war.
Serving in the 6th Rajputana Rifles, Singh's mission was to capture a strategic position in Tithwal, Jammu and Kashmir.
Despite heavy enemy fire and sustaining injuries, Singh destroyed enemy positions and rallied his men.
CHM Piru Singh was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his heroism and sacrifice.
- Who
- CHM Piru Singh, a soldier of the Indian Army, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
- What
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid tribute to CHM Piru Singh on his 'Balidan Diwas'.
- When
- July 18, marking CHM Piru Singh’s 'Balidan Diwas'. The battle occurred in the summer of 1948.
- Where
- The Battle of Tithwal in Jammu and Kashmir.
- Why
- To honor CHM Piru Singh's bravery and supreme sacrifice in the 1948 Battle of Tithwal.
- Soldier's Name
- Company Havildar Major (CHM) Piru Singh
- Event
- Balidan Diwas
- Battle
- 1948 Battle of Tithwal
- Military Unit
- 6th Rajputana Rifles
- Award
- Param Vir Chakra
- Conflict
- First India-Pakistan war