Savitri Khanolkar, who passed
away on 26 November 1990, was a designer, best known for designing the Param
Vir Chakra, India's highest military decoration, awarded for displaying
distinguished acts of valour during wartime. Khanolkar also designed several
other major gallantry medals including the Ashok Chakra (AC), Maha Vir Chakra
(MVC), Kirti Chakra (KC), Vir Chakra (VrC) and Shaurya Chakra (SC). She had
also designed the General Service Medal 1947, which was used until 1965.
Khanolkar was also a painter and an artist.
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Savitri Khanolkar's Death Anniversary
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