Raj Sadosh/Abohar/Sriganganagar.
General Manoj Pandey, the Chief of Army Staff, presented the prestigious President’s Standards or Nishan/Colors to four Armoured Regiments of the Indian Army namely 49 Armoured Regiment, 51 Armoured Regiment, 53 Armoured Regiment and 54 Armoured Regiment during an impressive Standards Presentation Parade held at Suratgarh Military Station.
(MOREPIC1)A large number of dignitaries and military veterans graced the occasion. The event witnesses an immaculate mounted parade by the four Armoured Regiments along with tanks in all grandeur.
The Armoured Corps is one of the premier combat arms of the Indian Army. Since Independence, the valour, courage and fortitude shown by the Armoured Regiments during the wars have been exceptional.
(SUBHEAD)The Chief of the Army Staff reviewed the Standard presentation parade and appreciated the rich legacy of valour, sacrifice and traditions displayed by the Armoured Corps in war and peace. The Army Chief in his address commended the Regiments who received the prestigious President’s Standards, for their exemplary service. He conveyed his best wishes to the ranks and families. He also brought out that the modern and professional Indian Mechanised Forces are always ready to meet the future challenges and stand committed to guard the nation against all threats.
