Sepoy Kewal Singh of the 4 Sikh Regiment is remembered for his exceptional gallantry during the 1962 Sino-Indian War at Walong, in the North-East Frontier Agency, now Arunachal Pradesh. He was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra posthumously for his bravery and self-sacrifice.
In October 1962, 4 Sikh occupied defensive positions on both banks of the Lohit River in the Walong sector. Indian soldiers faced repeated attacks as Chinese forces attempted to break through their defences.
During a renewed enemy assault on the night of 26 October, the opposing troops advanced dangerously close to the Sikh positions. Recognising the threat, Sepoy Kewal Singh rushed out from his section post and charged the enemy with his bayonet, engaging opposing soldiers in hand-to-hand combat.
He was seriously wounded during the encounter. Despite his grievous injuries, he continued fighting and bayoneted another enemy soldier. His extraordinary action inspired his comrades, who repulsed the attack.
Sepoy Kewal Singh's courage and self-sacrifice became part of the history of 4 Sikh's stand at Walong. His posthumous Maha Vir Chakra recognises gallantry of a high order during one of the most demanding battles of the 1962 war.
The Honour Post pays tribute to Sepoy Kewal Singh of the 4 Sikh Regiment, honouring his exceptional bravery and supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation.
