A Wreath laying Ceremony at the Sudarshan Chakra War Memorial was organised by the Army in Bhopal on Friday with traditional solemnity to commemorate the 70th Infantry day. lieutenant General IS Ghuman, General Officer Commanding Sudharshan Chakra Corps paid obeisance to martyrs and laid the wreath in remembrance and honour of all those who made the supreme sacrifice for the country in the line of duty.
Speaking to the army personnel, lieutenant General IS Ghuman complimented all Infantrymen for devotion towards duty and indomitable spirit while working under trying and difficult conditions. He acknowledged their tremendous contribution in maintaining the sanctity of the nation’s borders and fighting terrorism.
On October 27, 1947, the first Indian Army contingent of First Battalion The Sikh Regiment landed at the Srinagar airfield and defended Srinagar from Pakistani invaders. The gallant Infantrymen fought with courage alongside the brave Kashmiris. The entire campaign was predominantly Infantry-centric and thus October 27 is commemorated as Infantry Day.
The Infantry’s sobriquet, ‘Queen of the Battle’, truly signifies the pre-dominance of the largest fighting arm of the Indian Army. It is the backbone of the Army and its soldiers are at the forefront in any battle. Infantry is also the oldest, most battle hardened and combat tested arm of the Army.