Brig Sant Singh - Sikhs The Supreme

A veteran of WW-II Brig Sant Singh took part in all wars viz 1948, 1962, 1965 and 1971 and was decorated with two Maha Vir Chakaras, (MVCs) one in 1965 and another in 1971, which is a rare feat. Thus he made history. He participated in 1965 war as a Lt. Col. and won his medal for action in Mendhar sector of J&K’s Poonch district where a cantonement is named after him as a token of respect. Keeping in view his meritorious services to the nation and his grit and determination in discharging duties, his name was also recommended for Param Vir Chakra (PVC). He expired in Chandigarh in 2015 at the age of 95. From 2002 to 2006. He remained nominated councillor of Chandigarh Municipal Corporation.

During the 1971 war, one of the most highly decorated solidiers, Brig Sant Singh was commanding the FJ sector in the eastern sector. He advanced 38 miles almost on foot to secure Mymensing and Madhopur in eight days. During this operation he cleared heavily defended positions at several places, personally leading the troops, which paved the way for Indian army to capture Dhaka. He was among the first officers to enter the headquarters of the East Pakistan Commander, Lt. Gen AAK Niazi. A framed picture of Niazi and a desktop time piece seized by him from Niazi’s office, were his war trophies desplayed at his house.

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