A spectacular Attestation Parade was held at The Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre, Leh on Friday to mark the entry of 220 well trained recruits into the Ladakh Scouts Regiment as young soldiers, an Army spokesman said in a statement.
He said that the ceremony conducted in consonance with the highest traditions of the Indian Army was reviewed by Lieutenant General YK Joshi, GOC Fire & Fury Corps and Colonel of the Regiment, JAKRIF & LADAKH Scouts. It was attended by a spectrum of civil and military dignitaries including two erstwhile Colonels of the Regiment, War Heroes of the Regiment and parents of the recruits, he said.
“The young soldiers, hailing from all regions ofLadakh, took oath in unison to serve the nation,” the spokesman said.
He said that theReviewing Officer congratulated them for the impressive parade and urged themto devote their life in service to the nation as proud soldiers of the IndianArmy.
He also complimented the parents of the young soldiers onhaving motivated their wards to join the Regiment. He exhorted the youngsoldiers to continue to strive hard in pursuit of excellence in all spheres andtake a solemn vow to uphold the sovereignty of the nation against all odds inthe true spirit signified by the ethos of the Indian Army.
“The young Riflemen were awarded medals for theiroutstanding performance during training. ‘Gaurav Padaks’ were presented to the proudparents whose wards joined the Regiment as Young Soldiers,” he said.