Republic India, Medals, 'Sangram', (AD 1973), Copper-Nickel Medal, The Sangram Medal is an Indian military decoration awarded to armed forces, paramilitary, police, and civilians for service during the 1971-1972 Indo-Pakistani War. Established in 1973, it recognizes service in operational areas between 3 December 1971 and 20 December 1972, often considered a "battle star" for the conflict, Very Fine, Scarce.