Assam Rifles commemorates Parakram Diwas
Source: The Sangai Express
Thoubal, September 30 2019:
The 3rd anniversary of surgical strikes carried out by the Indian Army against Pakistan sponsored terrorism, was commemorated by Thoubal Battalion of 9 Sect Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) by organising an awareness programme on 'Know Your Armed Forces' at Tangjeng Ningthou Flowers School, Thoubal today.
The event was organised by Thoubal Company Operating Base (COB) of the Battalion to give the young students an insight into the Indian Army and the Assam Rifles, said a press release issued by PRO, IGAR.
The event commenced with motivational lecture cum video screening on "Indian Army and Assam Rifles" where in the attendees were informed about the glorious history and traditions of the Indian Army and the AR.
Students were also made aware on various types of entries to join the Indian Armed Forces as a career option.
As part of the event, new generation weapons and equipment being used by the Indian Armed Forces were also displayed.
The event provided a platform for the young students to know more closely about the Indian Armed Forces and further created a bond of mutual understanding.