Vir Chakra Awardee KG George Passes Away at 95

Vir Chakra Awardee KG George Passes Away at 95

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Category : Obituaries Published on: March 11 2026

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  • KG George, retired Lance Havildar of Indian Army's Corps of Signals, passed away in Kottayam, Kerala.
  • Born in February 1931; decorated for extraordinary bravery during the 1965 India–Pakistan War.
  • Between September 6–10, 1965, he restored communication lines despite intense enemy shelling in the Wagah sector.
  • Awarded the Vir Chakra — India's third highest wartime gallantry award.
  • Corps of Signals established on February 15, 1911; responsible for Army communication networks.
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