Sonam Wangchuk
Sonam Wangchuk | |
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| Born | 11 May 1964 Sankar, Leh district, Ladakh, India |
| Allegiance | India |
| Branch | Indian Army |
| Years of service | 1987 - 2018 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Service number | IC-45952M |
| Unit | 4 Assam Regiment The Ladakh Scouts |
| Battles / wars | Kargil War |
| Awards | Maha Vir Chakra |
| Spouse(s) | Padma Angmo |
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Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, MVC is an Indian Army veteran, who served with the Assam Regiment and the Ladakh Scouts. He was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra, India's second highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy, during his successful operation in the Kargil War. Due to his exemplary feat as a Major during Kargil War, he is known as the Lion of Ladakh in the Indian Army.