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Rai Singh Yadav

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Brigadier Rai Singh Yadav, MVC (17 March 1925 – 23 March 2017) was an officer in the Indian Army notable for his participation in the Nathu La and Cho La clashes 1967. He displayed exemplary courage and leadership during the clashes, for which he was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra, India's second highest military decoration. He is also known as the Tiger of Nathu La.

iBiography compiled from verified sources — PIB, Ministry of Defence, and Gazette of India. AI-assisted summary generated only from documented facts.

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  • 1. Branch: Indian Army
  • 2. State: India