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Indian Army Inaugurates ‘PVC Abode’ Museum in Sekhon’s Srinagar Quarters

The museum preserves Sekhon’s original room at Badami Bagh Cantonment as a tribute to his Param Vir Chakra–winning service in 1971.

On the 80th birth anniversary of Flying Officer Nirmaljit Singh Sekhon, the Indian Army paid tribute to the only Indian Air Force officer to be awarded the Param Vir Chakra (PVC), by dedicating a museum in his memory at Badami Bagh Cantonment in Srinagar. (File)
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Overview

  • The Indian Army unveiled ‘PVC Abode’ on July 17 to coincide with Sekhon’s 80th birthday.
  • The preserved quarters at Badami Bagh Cantonment display his uniform, photographs and personal belongings.
  • Sekhon received India’s highest military decoration, the Param Vir Chakra, for his 1971 solo defense against six Pakistani Sabre jets.
  • His December 14, 1971 engagement over Srinagar airfield saw him damage an enemy aircraft before being fatally struck.
  • The launch via an official X post reflects the armed forces’ move to engage the public through digital commemoration.