Bhagwan Dutt Dogra was a second lieutenant in the Indian army. During the Indo-China war of 1962, he was posted on the left flank of the battalion that guarded a track in the Tsangdhar area of the North East Frontier Agency. The enemies attacked the area and the brave officer moved from bunker to bunker in hiding to inspire his men. When his gunner was hit he took over the light machine gun and used it to a devastating effect against the enemy. But in this battle, he was captured. For his daring act and inspiring leadership, second Lieutenant Bhagwan Dutt Dogra was awarded the
Mahavir Chakra.
