The Tilak is done by the eldest Chundawat chieftain. The eldest house of the Chundawats decides the next heir to the throne of Mewar. This tradition has been carried on since the time of Maharana Pratap. In the recent case, they chose Vishvaraj Singh as the Maharana, as he was the correct and rightful heir to the throne, and not the hotelier Lakshyaraj Singh. The throne bearer of Mewar is also referred to as the Ekling Diwan (since Lord Eklingji (an Avatar of Lord Shiva) is considered the ultimate Emperor of the Kingdom of Mewar).
Under Operation Rakshak, the battalion was deployed on internal security duties in the Srinagar, Anantnag, Sonamarg, and Ganderbal sectors. During this tenure, the battalion demonstrated exceptional operational efficiency and professionalism by recovering a large cache of arms and ammunition.
On 8 December 1990, the battalion was deployed to the Jalandhar sector of Punjab, where it played an effective role in counter-terrorist operations in the Intiya Mahanta and Naushera Panwan areas. It later operated in the Tarn Taran sector, working alongside the civil administration in patrols, area domination, ambushes, and surveillance operations, making a significant contribution to restoring law and order.
On 4 June 1992, multiple ambushes were laid near Mahama village in Majitha district. In this operation, Havildar Chhatar Singh was assigned as the scout of the ambush party.
At approximately 10:05 p.m., a scooter approached the ambush site. Suddenly, three terrorists dismounted and opened heavy fire on the ambush party with automatic weapons.
Displaying exceptional presence of mind and courage, Havildar Chhatar Singh accurately engaged and wounded the nearest terrorist, who had taken up a firing position. Despite being injured, the terrorist continued firing. At this critical moment, showing complete disregard for his own safety, Havildar Chhatar Singh displayed indomitable courage, unwavering determination, and exemplary devotion to duty, killing two terrorists on the spot.
For displaying conspicuous gallantry, exceptional courage, and outstanding bravery during Operation Second, Havildar Chhatar Singh was awarded the Shaurya Chakra on 26 January 1994. The gallantry award was presented to him on 13 April 1994 by the President of India, Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma.
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