Was awarded for service during the 1971/72 war with Pakistan. Eligibility for being awarded the medal was extended to all categories of personnel who served in the military, paramilitary forces, police, and civilians in service in the operational areas of Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Gujarat, Rajasthan, West Bengal, Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, or Tripura between 3 December 1971 and 20 December 1972 (both dates inclusive). The medal was established: 17 January 1973, by the President of India. Obverse: Circular 35-mm copper-nickel, the national emblem in the centre with the surrounding legend "Sangram Medal [Hindi] / SANGRAM MEDAL". Suspended from a ring suspender. The medal is normally named on the edge. Reverse: The depiction of a rising sun, with a half-wreath below. An original full size award in cupro nickel measuring 1.3/8th inches in diameter 36mm) and in very fine condition. It is complete with original correct ribbon.