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However, a step in the right direction has been taken by the Odisha Government, which launched SUMANGAL, a web portal to help inter-caste couples get a monetary incentive within 60 days of their marriage application. He spent his childhood in the beautiful mountain town of Palampur. With an 80-degree slope to the peak where the Pakistani army sat with a clear view of the climb, this was nothing less than a death trap. Capt. Unfortunately, that never happened. His father, Girdhari Lal Batra was a government school teacher and principal. In a short while Captain Batra and his company of troops killed 8 enemy soldiers and captured a heavy anti-aircraft machine gun. – Captain Vikram Batra told his commanding officer (CO) after securing point 5140 (Tiger Hills). After his schooling, he continued his further studies in BSc medical Science from DAV College. During a rescue attempt, he pushed his companion back saying “You have children, stay aside”. Taking birth control pills may cut the risk of severe bouts of asthma in women of reproductive age with a respiratory condition, say, researchers. Due to his diligence and determination, he was adjudged as the best NCC cadet of north India. © UDigital Content Private Limited, All Rights Reserved. The terrain was very strenuous, as the location was 17,000 feet above the sea level and 80 degrees steep. Interestingly, he was born as one of the twins. The enemy commander challenged him by saying, “Why have you come Sher Shah (Vikram’s nick name given by his commanding officer), you will not go back”. Capt. On July 7, at Point 4875, Vikram called his Commanding Officer again, just to say, 'yeh dil maange more'. "He used to write to me regularly, but I never responded, thinking my replies would never make it. Given Captain Vikram Batra and his family’s sacrifice, their wish should be our command. The peak was the highest point on the Tololing Ridge and one of the most arduous and crucial peaks in the Drass region. On the Birth anniversary of Martyr Captain Vikram Batra, we all remember him for his incomparable bravery and passion to serve his motherland. Shyam Rasoi in Nangloi in Delhi, is a standout restaurant: It offers hearty thali meals to paying customers. Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Munish Kumar Raizada, © NewsGram from Chicago, USA • Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Munish Kumar Raizada, Subscribe to our mailing list and get interesting stuff and updates to your email inbox. After a tough struggle with the PAK Army, the B and D companies were able to capture the Peak 5140 without any causality. During the capturing, almost everything was under situation but one machine gun was left which was being instructed by four PAK soldiers. His triumph was being beamed from television screens across the country. Vikram Batra initially wanted to join the Merchant Navy. The battle was dangerous and Lieutenant Naveen suffered a bullet injury to his leg. It was 21 years ago that he lost his life fighting for our country, but heroes never die, and PVC Capt. Captain Vikram Batra is well well known for coining the slogan “Yeh Dil Maange More!” He used it to signal the success of his mission. "Don't mind my handwriting. Here's some trivia for you, did you know that viruses cannot replicate unless they enter a living cell. 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Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. It was no surprise to his family as Captain Vikram Batra was always keen on joining the Army. In a short while Captain Batra and his company of troops killed 8 enemy soldiers and captured a heavy anti-aircraft machine gun. Well before his name was proposed for Param Vir Chakra, he was recommended for Mahavir Chakra (MVC), when he earned the rank of captain on the highest battlefield: Tololing. Captain Vikram Batra got his primary education from his mother, who herself was a teacher. He was called as the reserves with 2 Rajputana Rifles. He scooped away most of the awards in his school during the prize distribution ceremony. I want to capture more peaks for my country’, he had said before being martyred. One of my colleagues handed me the last letter he wrote.". He was later promoted to the rank of a Captain on the battlefield itself. It hasn't achieved much sofar. Why Should You Organize A Trivia Night Out With A Trivia Board Game? This became the catch line for the war! Many millennials grew up watching football, and to be honest, the game has evolved since it started centuries ago. On this day 21 years ago, Captain Vikram Batra sacrificed his life for the country at the young age of 24, while fighting the intrusion in Kargil. Have a look at some of them: To honour the sacrifice of gallant soldier, many constructions and cantonments have been named after him such as a hall at Service Selection Centre Allahabad is named ‘Vikram Batra Block’, a residential area in the Jabalpur Cantonment is called ‘Captain Vikram Batra Enclave’ and the combined cadet’s mess at the Indian Medical Association is named ‘Vikram Batra Mess’. Life facts of the Indian Army’s daredevil will fill your heart will patriotism and valour. The brilliantly led operation that is considered by many as one of India's toughest campaigns in mountain warfare, catapulted Captain Vikram Batra to the national headlines. It’s been almost nineteen years since then, but the unparalleled courage and sacrifice of Kargil heroes are still afresh in the memory of every India. In Micheal Bay’s Songbird it’s 2024 and Covid-23 is Raging. Knowing that the steep cliffs do not provide any cover against the enemy's line of sight, Captain Batra decided to lead his company from the opposite side to surprise them. Will the Rest of the World Follow? After successfully clinching the Point 5140, Captain Vikram Batra volunteered for the next mission to recapture point 4875. Captain Vikram Batra with immense confidence replied, “We shall see within one hour, who remains on the top”. Operation Vijay was successful. 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During the rescue attempt, he was killed in action while clearing enemy positions.