Subedar Moda Ram was born to Chowdhary Pramana Ram Birda and Smt Maghi Devi. He belonged to Sunari village in the Nagaur district of Rajasthan. He was recruited into the Parachute Regiment and later volunteered to join the 10 Para (SF) battalion, known as “Desert Scorpions” specially trained for desert warfare.
| Service Number | JC 163863 |
| Rank | Subedar |
| Unit | 10 Para (SF) |
| Regiment | Parachute Regiment |
| Award | Sena Medal |
| Date of Martyrdom | 26th August 1988 |
In August 1988, Subedar Moda Ram was serving in Sri Lanka as a part of Operation Pawan. By August 1988, Indian forces had undertaken numerous operations against LTTE but the war was far from over. Subedar Moda Ram’s unit, 10 Para (SF) was tasked for one such operation on 26 Aug 1988. Based on credible intelligence reports a decision was taken to launch an operation to attack a militant hideout, located in the area of operation of 10 Para (SF). Subedar Moda Ram was part of the team that was tasked with this operation. As Subedar Moda Ram and his comrades reached the suspected area, they came under a surprise attack by a group of heavily armed LTTE militants. Subedar Moda Ram in a swift action quickly redeployed his men tactically and counterattacked. Subedar Moda Ram and his brave para commandos managed to eliminate seven militants in the operation. However, the militants were in large number and the gun battle continued. In the subsequent heavy exchange of fire Subedar Moda Ram received multiple gunshots and got seriously injured. He later succumbed to his injuries and was martyred.
Subedar Moda Ram was given the gallantry award, ‘Sena Medal’ posthumously for his commendable courage and supreme sacrifice.
