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📍 Chamba, Uttarakhand
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Gabbar Singh Negi Memorial

Gabbar Singh Negi Memorial is a historic war memorial erected in honor of Rifleman Gabbar Singh Negi, a legendary Garhwali soldier who was posthumously awa...

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About Gabbar Singh Negi Memorial

Gabbar Singh Negi Memorial is a historic war memorial erected in honor of Rifleman Gabbar Singh Negi, a legendary Garhwali soldier who was posthumously awarded the prestigious Victoria Cross for supreme battlefield valor during World War I, located right in the main town chowk of Chamba in Uttarakhand.

Gabbar Singh Negi Memorial in Chamba, Uttarakhand

Serving with the 2nd Battalion, 39th Garhwal Rifles, 21 year old Gabbar Singh displayed extraordinary courage during the fierce Battle of Neuve Chapelle in France on 10 March 1915, leading bayonet assaults through German trenches until he fell in action. Built by the Garhwal Rifles in 1925, the memorial features a statue and commemorative cenotaph. Every year on 21 April, the Garhwal Rifles regiment and local villagers hold the colorful Gabbar Singh Mela with military salutes and cultural tributes.

Truth is, pausing by the cenotaph to read of a young mountain soldier's supreme bravery across European battlefields evokes immense pride. It remains a deeply inspiring patriotic landmark in Uttarakhand's Garhwal hills.

How to Reach Gabbar Singh Negi Memorial

  • By Air: Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport (DED) is situated roughly 75 km away, connected by regular flights from Delhi and Mumbai.
  • By Train: Rishikesh Railway Station (RKSH / YNRK) is the nearest railhead about 60 km away, connected via NH 34.
  • By Road: The memorial is located right at the central crossroads in Chamba main market. Readily accessible on foot from the bus stand and taxi terminal.

Best Time to Visit Gabbar Singh Negi Memorial

The memorial can be visited throughout the year, with April being exceptionally special for the annual commemoration fair.

  • April (Annual Gabbar Singh Fair): Grand military celebrations, regimental guard of honor, and local Garhwali cultural festivities held on 21 April.
  • Summer & Spring (March to June): Pleasant cool weather with temperatures between 15°C and 25°C; ideal for sightseeing.
  • Autumn & Winter (September to February): Crisp sunny mountain days offering panoramic views of snow capped peaks from the town square.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gabbar Singh Negi Memorial

Essential visitor information regarding timings, entry tickets, location, nearby attractions, and travel guide in Chamba.

Rifleman Gabbar Singh Negi was a soldier of the 39th Garhwal Rifles who was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross (the highest British military award) for exceptional bravery in World War I in 1915.

The Gabbar Singh Mela is celebrated every year on 21 April in Chamba, featuring guard of honor parades by the Garhwal Rifles and local cultural fairs.

The memorial is situated right in the center of Chamba market square, easily reachable on foot from all hotels and the bus station.

No, the memorial is an open public monument and is completely free to visit at all hours of the day.

He earned the Victoria Cross during the Battle of Neuve Chapelle in France on 10 March 1915, leading the bayonet assault against heavily defended German positions.

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