Sonam Wangchuk
Indian army Colonel; Maha vir chakra recipient / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the Ladakhi social reformer, see Sonam Wangchuk (engineer).
Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, MVC is an Indian Army veteran, who served with the Assam Regiment and the Ladakh Scouts. He was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra, India's second highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy, during his successful operation in the Kargil War. Due to his exemplary feet as a Major during Kargil War, he is known as the Lion of Ladakh in the Indian Army.
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Sonam Wangchuk | |
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Born | (1964-05-11) 11 May 1964 (age 60) Sankar, Leh district, Ladakh, India |
Allegiance | India |
Service/ | Indian Army |
Years of service | 1987 - 2018 |
Rank | Colonel |
Service number | IC-45952M |
Unit | Assam Regiment The Ladakh Scouts |
Battles/wars | Kargil War |
Awards | Maha Vir Chakra |
Spouse(s) | Padma Angmo |
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