J.P Dutta’s famous war film Border was based on the Battle of Laungewala on the fateful night of December 4-5, 1971. On that night, Brigadier Chandpuri headed a team of 124 soldiers of the Indian Army and 23 officers of the Punjab regiment against a Pakistani ambush and held them off. He was later honoured with the Mahavir Chakra by the Indian government for his administration and valour. The Brigadier’s character was played by Sunny Deol in Border.
Source: http://m.indiatimes.com/news/india/10-unsung-heroes-of-india-who-continue-to-inspire-us-228461.html
September 19, 2015 at 6:34 pm
I think he is one of the gem of our country
August 28, 2016 at 9:05 pm
Like millions of Indians, I too am proud of the personnel of Indian Defense Forces and their self sacrificing heroes like Brig. KS CHANDPURI. All of them are precious to the people of India.
Chanpurisahab , you came to light more to ‘ Border’ for gen. public. My salutes to him and I want to tell you that people of this country may or may not know the details of all of our heroes like you, they still hold you guys in highest esteem.
You have all the reasons to be fully satisfied of having done your job so admirably and more so due to the fact that whole country salutes you and other heroes for your examplry valour, bravery and risk taking abilities to protect the nation.
Wishing you a good health and THANK YOU.