KG George, 1965 India-Pakistan War Veteran and Vir Chakra Recipient, Dies at 95

Key facts

• Retired Lance Havildar K G George, a veteran of the 1965 India-Pakistan War, passed away at the age of 95 in Kottayam, Kerala.
• He was a recipient of the Vir Chakra, which is the third highest wartime gallantry award in India.
• George served in the Indian Army's Corps of Signals, a unit that was established on 15 February 1911.
• He was cited for restoring disrupted communications in the Wagah Sector in Pakistan under persistent enemy shelling between 6 and 10 September 1965.
• On the night of 8 and 9 September 1965, he established a vital line of communication from Brigade Headquarters to forward battalions during an enemy attack.
• Born in February 1931 in Kerala, the veteran was recognised for displaying courage and devotion to duty of a high order during his military service.