Albert Ekka
Lance Naik Albert Ekka, PVC (27 December 1942 – 3 December 1971) was an Indian soldier. He was killed in action in the Battle of Gangasagar, during the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971. He was posthumously awarded India's highest military award, the Param Vir Chakra, for his valour in the face of the enemy.
Albert Ekka PVC | |
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Albert Ekka on a 2000 stamp of India | |
| Born | 27 December 1942 Jari, Gumla district, Bihar, British India, (present day Jharkhand), India |
| Died | 3 December 1971 (aged 28) Gangasagar, Bangladesh |
| Allegiance | India |
| Service/ | Indian Army |
| Years of service | 1962–1971 |
| Rank | Lance Naik |
| Unit | 14 GUARDS |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Hilli Indo-Pakistan War of 1971 |
| Awards | Param Vir Chakra |
| Spouse(s) | Balamdine Ekka |
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