A total of 1930 new male recruits passed out of the parade ground of ARTC&S at Shokhuvi, Dimapur on March 4. (Photo Courtesy: PRO Assam Rifles)
Dimapur, March 4 (MExN): Marking the completion of 44 weeks of training in “battle craft, weapon handling, jungle lane shooting and other specialization in counter insurgency operations,” a total of 1930 new male recruits passed out of the parade ground of the Assam Rifles Centre and School (ARTC&S) at Shokhuvi, Dimapur on March 4.
The passing out parade was reviewed by the Lt Gen PC Nair, AVSM, YSM, Director General, AR in the presence of Brig S K Sheoran, YSM, SM, Commandant ARTC&S and other senior officers of the Indian Army and AR, parents and other dignitaries, stated a press release issued by PRO Assam Rifles (AR).
Addressing the recruits, Lt Gen PC Nair called on them to inculcate all the aspects learnt during their training and work towards becoming good soldiers of the battalions that they would join shortly. He also added that they should uphold the traditions and values of Assam Rifles during their entire service.
The occasion was the special attestation parade to mark the completion of the training, the PRO added.
