Infantry the largest fighting arm of the Indian Army popularly known as “QUEEN OF THE BATTLE” celebrates its 62nd Infantry Day today. As part of the celebrations, ‘Wreath Laying’ ceremony is held at ‘Amar Jawan Jyoti’ at India Gate to honour those members of the Infantry fraternity who have made the supreme sacrifice for the honour and safety of the country. This year, Lieutenant General Arvind Sharma, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, ADC (Retired) laid wreath on behalf of all infantry veterans. Vice Army Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General PC Bhardwaj, PVSM, AVSM, VrC, SC, VSM laid the wreath as the senior most serving Infantryman in the station. All the Colonels of the Regiments assisted by smartly attired soldiers representing their regiments also laid wreath to honour all the fallen gallant soldiers. The ceremony was conducted in a very somber and dignified manner, so characteristic of the Infantry. Lieutenant General Jasbsir Singh, AVSM, VSM Director General Infantry and head of the Infantry fraternity hosted the ceremony and laid wreath to commemorate the event. On the occasion, Vice Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General PC Bhardwaj PVSM, AVSM, VrC, SC, VSM also released the ‘Infantry Plus’ magazine published by Infantry Directorate.
This day has a unique significance for Infantry, as it was on this day in 1947, that Infantrymen first air landed at Srinagar and reversed the tide of a fierce battle in Kashmir that saved the State of Jammu and Kashmir from falling into the hands of Pakistani mercenaries, thereby creating a legacy for independent India. Infantrymen find a special mention not only the history of Armed Forces but also of India, in form of its gallant contribution in preserving the sovereignty and integrity of our Mother Land and further providing conducive environment for its peace, prosperity and growth. To commemorate their heroic deeds, gallant actions and supreme sacrifice, Infantry Day is celebrated on 27 October every year.
This day has a unique significance for Infantry, as it was on this day in 1947, that Infantrymen first air landed at Srinagar and reversed the tide of a fierce battle in Kashmir that saved the State of Jammu and Kashmir from falling into the hands of Pakistani mercenaries, thereby creating a legacy for independent India. Infantrymen find a special mention not only the history of Armed Forces but also of India, in form of its gallant contribution in preserving the sovereignty and integrity of our Mother Land and further providing conducive environment for its peace, prosperity and growth. To commemorate their heroic deeds, gallant actions and supreme sacrifice, Infantry Day is celebrated on 27 October every year.
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