52 Ladakh Scouts join Army

Ladakh, December 2

In an impressive passing out parade held at the highest-located drill square recently, at least 52 smartly dressed Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre (LSRC) recruits began their lifetime journey as soldiers. The entire centre was stirred by the clap of palms on rifles, precise drill movements and ankles digging into the parade ground.

The ceremony was reviewed by LSRC Commandant Col Narinderjit Singh and attended by civil service dignitaries and parents of recruits. The young soldiers, often referred as ‘Nunos’, took oath in unison to serve for the supreme cause of the nation.

Colonel Narinderjit Singh congratulated the young soldiers for the march past and urged them to devote their life in the service to the nation. On behalf of the Indian Army, Colonel Narinderjit Singh extended his gratitude to parents for sending their wards to serve the nation and assured them that the Army would take best care of the new soldiers.

Making a mention of LSRC’s achievements in a short time, Colonel Narinderjit Singh said such achievements exhibited the brave and patriotic feelings of soldiers and the young soldiers should take pride about being a part of the Indian Army. “Remember, weapons will help only those who are the masters of how to use them during the war,” said the commandant.

The young riflemen were awarded different prizes for their outstanding performances during training. ‘Gaurav Padaks’ were also presented to the parents of the young soldiers witnessing the parade. Recruit Tsering Motup of Alfa Company was conferred with the best recruit award of the 51st training batch, followed by recruit Stanzin Chospel of Bravo Company as the second best recruit while Hav Zakir Hussain was adjudged the best instructor. — ANI