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The brave Lt Col Dewan Ranjit Rai, inspired his men to give their best even at the risk
of being exposed to enemy fire in the thick of the battle and attained martyrdom. In
his glorious death, he achieved many FIRSTS to his credit. The valiant Lt Col Dewan
Ranjit Rai was the first commanding officer to achieve martyrdom in Kashmir after J&K
joined with India, the first commanding officer to be decorated with Maha Vir Chakra.
His sacrifice inspired all ranks of the Battalion and they achieved many more glory and
honours in this operation to be true to their Regimental motto:
‘Nischay Kar Apni Jeet Karun’ (With determination, I will be triumphant).
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