| Samar Seva Star | |
|---|---|
| Awarded for | For Valour and Courage in Indo-Pak War of 1965 |
| Country |  India |
| Presented by | Government of India |
| Ribbon |  |
| Obverse | Written in Hindi Samar Seva Star |
| Reverse | Awarded to whom (The person's name) |
| Established | 11 February 1967 |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) |  Special Service Medal |
| Next (lower) |  Poorvi Star |
The Samar Seva Star is an Indian medal awarded to both Armed Forces personnel and civilians in recognition of service during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965. The award was established on 11 February 1967.[1][2]
- ^ Edward S. Haynes; Rana Chhina (2008), Medals and Decorations of Independent India, Manohar Publishers & Distributors, ISBN 978-81-7304-719-0
- ^ Sainik Samachar, Director of Public Relations, Ministry of Defence, 1971