BENGALURU:
The flagship programme of the Govt of India ‘Agnipath scheme’ today witnessed the culmination of training of the first Agniveer Batch. On this occasion a ceremonial attestation Parade with full Military fanfare was held at The MARATHA Light Infantry Regimental Centre, Belgaum. 111 Agniveers were attested after their successful completion of 31 weeks of training. The passing out parade of the Agniveers was reviewed by Maj General R S Guraya, VSM, Commander, Junior Leaders Wing who applauded the Agniveers on their immaculate turnout and very high standard of drill.
Addressing the newly attested Agniveers, the Reviewing Officer reminded them of the rich heritage and the glory of The MARATHA Light Infantry, as one of the oldest Infantry Regiments of Indian Army. He also stressed upon the importance of discipline and physical fitness in a soldier’s life. He exuded confidence in the training conducted at the Regimental Centre and assured that it would stand the young Soldiers in good stead.
The Reviewing Officer awarded meritorious Agniveers for excelling in different spheres of training during the parade. Naik Yashwant Ghadge, Victoria Cross Medal for overall Best Agniveer was awarded to Agniveer Akshay Dhere.
The attestation parade concluded with a solemn laying Wreath Ceremony at the Sharqat War Memorial, to the brave heart of the Regiment by the Reviewing Officer and the Agniveers.
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