An impressive 174th Graduation Ceremony was held at RIMC in Dehradun on Saturday and lt Gen SK Singh ADC, and Vice Chief of Army Staff was the chief guest, who also felicitated cadets who excelled in various fields during their schooling.
A total of 28 cadets were passed out from RIMC. The most coveted of all awards, “The Sword of Honor” was presented by former Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal NC Suri was given to Cadet Captain Hemant Poonia whereas Wavel’s Sword was conferred to Cadet Section Commander Vishrut Rawal Singh.
The Col DH Parab Trophy for the most helpful cadet was bagged by Cadet Section Commander Shivam Kumar whereas Cadet NCO Purushotam was given a trophy for being adjudged the best in attitude. later, while addressing the gathering, lt Gen SK Singh said that RIMC has been transforming young man to physically ad mentally fit individuals having high moral values. He also shared the memories when he was a cadet at the RIMC. He also threw light on the current challenges being faced by the defence forces.
He also urged from them to remain update and come forward to participate in sports and adventure activities as it helps for the overall development of the personality of the individual. Maj Gen SD Mahanti trophy was given to Pratap section whereas the best debater trophy was bagged by Cadet NCO Taral Chanchani.
The College Brazer is awarded to Cadet NCO Sourabh Thorve for swimming whereas Cadet NCO O Nelson Singh was conferred College blazer for athletic Rishav Saha. The College Blue for outstanding endurance in long distance running was given to Cadet lalit Kumar. Cadet Ravi Ranjan, Cadet Ayush Ranjan, Cadet Punendu Kumar Singh, Cadet Akshat Raj, Cadet Abdul Malik, Cadet Anusheel, Cadet NCO Taral Chanchani, Cadet Shashank Shekhar were also felicitated for their outstanding performance in academic and sports during school timings.
A college memento was also presented to the chief guest. IMA Commandant lt Gen Manvender Singh, lt Gen Rakesh Nandan, Col Arun Mamgain(Retired), RIMC Commandant Col HS Bainsla and other dignitaries were also present.