Shaurya Chakra
Since July 1999, it also being given to Civilians of either gender in all walks of life, other than members of Police Forces and of recognized Fire Services.The Indian Government honored 2LT Dharam Datt Bhalla's bravery with the prestigious Shaurya Chakra award [5]> CN Bodh's Shaurya Chakra citation:[8] "Lance Naik Chhering Norbu Bodh was selected as a member of the Indian Army Everest Expedition 2001.Re-entering the Death Zone on Everest above 26,000ft at night required every ounce of physical and mental strength apart from conspicuous courage.He soon started losing strength due to cold, strong winds, poor snow conditions and lack of oxygen.At Hillary Step he was thoroughly exhausted but in a superhuman effort, he marshalled his remaining energy and clawed his way up the dangerous precipice of rock covered with verglas.His mind fought against loss of energy, numbness in fingers and toes and lack of oxygen but he made it through the step.Lance Naik Chhering Norbu Bodh displayed undaunted determination and conspicuous courage in the face of extreme elements."