BENGALURU:
The first batch of Agniveers of the newly introduced Agnipath scheme, marched into the folds of the Parachute Regiment of the Indian Army with pride and élan. The impressive parade consisting of 212 Agniveers marked the successful culmination of the grueling 24 weeks recruit training period. The newly attested soldiers will proceed to their respective Special Forces units of Indian Army for a further period of probation/ selection.
The parade was reviewed by Maj Gen JS Nanda, SM, General Officer Commanding, Armed Forces Special Operations Division.
The General Officer Commanding addressed the Agniveers and implored them to imbibe the ethos of “Imandari, Wafadari, Bahaduri” & lead by example. The General Officer Commanding complimented the soldiers on their impressive turnout and impeccable drill.
The Parade was commanded by Agniveer Deore Pratik Babanrao from Maharashtra.
Among the award winners were Agniveer Sunil Badal who won the Gill Medal for overall best recruit, Commandant’s Endurance Medal for Best in Endurance was won by Agniveer Mohd Firoz, Ghadge Medal for best in Firing & Weapon Training was won by Agniveer Ankit, the Cheema Medal for Best Recruit in Physical Training was awarded to Agniveer Mutturaj Dodamani and Chhetri Medal for Best Recruit in Drill was awarded to Agniveer Deore Pratik Babanrao.
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