If you visit DAV College in Sector 10 of Chandigarh, you realise it is no ordinary educational institution. In fact this particular college has the habit of churning out bravehearts who have laid down their lives for the country.?
According to a report in Jagran, former students of this college have fought for the country at the front and ensured that we emerged victorious through their sacrifice. As many as 13 students have laid down their lives.
The likes of Captain Vikram Batra, Major Sandeep Sagar, Second Lieutenant Rajeev Sandhu and Captain Vijayant Thapar all hail from this college. No doubt these names sound very familiar.?
As of now, over 100 students from here are serving in the Army, Navy and Air Force. Now that is a huge contribution to India's armed forces.?
The tradition of serving the military from this institution is one that is not ending anytime soon. In fact the current bunch of students studying here right now hold these heroes in high regard and look to emulate them once they pass out.?
Principal Pawan Sharma said the management has named its admin block Shaurya Bhavan in their honour. There is a museum in this Shaurya Bhawan where their photos are decorated. Apart from this, the War Memorial has been built in the college campus itself.?
The college has a rich history. The next generation is taking the legacy forward. Truly a college of brave people. ???
Here is the complete list:
1. Vikram Batra, Paramveer Chakra.?
2. Major Sandeep Sagar, Mahavir Chakra.?
3. Second Lieutenant Rajiv Sandhu, Mahavir Chakra
4. Captain Vijayant Thapar, Veerchakra.?
5. Squadron Leader Siddharth Vishisht, Air Force Medal
6. Lieutenant Anil Yadav?
7. Major Navneet Vats, Army Medal?
8. Captain Rohit Kaushal, Army Medal?
9. Captain Atul Sharma?
10. Brigadier Balwinder Singh Shergill?
11. Captain Ripudaman Singh?
12. Major Malvinder Singh?
13. Flight Lieutenant Gursimrat Singh Dhindsa?