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| Shillong : Parakram Parv was observed on Saturday here to mark the second
anniversary of the surgical strikes carried out by the Indian Army
across the LoC in 2016.
Various types of equipment, weapons and emergency medical support
system used by the Army were displayed for the visitors at a function
organised on the occasion.
Gorkha Training Centre and Assam Regimental Centre displayed their
band performance for the visitors which included former Army personnel,
school students and civilians.
Inaugurating the function, Brigadier Ajay Tewari, (Sena Medal) said
that such programme is for the youths to get inspired and join the
forces.
It will also give motivation to the public and get a sense of pride
that the armed forces are capable of many more things than just
protecting the country, he added.
He said that the diverse communities of the North East has been an
integral part of the defense forces and have contributed so much for the
country. The Brigadier said the day is observed the theme Know Your
Army.
Wing Commander Ratnakar Singh said that the day is celebrated in 51
locations across the country to commemorate the second year of the
surgical strike conducted by the army along the LOC.
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