Career
He died in service in the Battle of Hilli, during the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971.
- Photos
- Works
- Photos
- Works
Albert Ekka
Edit ProfileAchievements
-
Lance-Naik Albert Ekka was posthumously awarded India"s highest wartime gallantry award, the Param Vir Chakra. In 2000, on the occasion of 50th Republic day, the Government of India issued a postal stamp in his memory. The son of Ranchi was honored by naming the major intersection in front of Firayalal store as Albert Ekka Chowk that also bears his statue. A block (district subdivision) in Gumla has also been created in his name.
-
Born
-
Died
December 3, 1971 (aged 28) -
Nationality
India