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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.

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.