A total of 631 Gentlemen Cadets (GCs) and 74 Foreign Gentlemen Cadets (FGCs) showed tremendous enthusiasm, vigour and zeal to put up a parade in front of a gathering in Indian Military Academy in Dehradun on Monday.
The Gentlemen Cadets (GCs) marched while singing the IMA song. Maj Gen Bobby Mathews, Deputy Commandant and Chief Instructor, Indian Military Academy (IMA), reviewed the parade.
He said, “You have overcome arduous and demanding military training that have tested your mental and physical limits, enabling you to take your place amongst the officers of the Indian Army and the Armies of Gentlemen cadets hailing from friendly foreign countries. With this honour also comes the solemn responsibility of leading men under your command, when called upon to defend the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the nation”. The Reviewing Officer emphasized on the current challenges and the role of Indian Army in Nation building.
He said “We face security challenges like proxy war, insurgency and terrorism. We need to be watchful and be ready to thwart any misadventure”. He also emphasized that the Gentleman Cadets are the flag bearers of the new age, destined for greater participation in our nation’s security and prosperity.
He reiterated that now the Gentlemen Cadets have transformed into true soldiers who should always remember to uphold the integrity of the Indian Army through their exemplary bearing and personal conduct and should hold steadfast to the core value of character, moral and ethics and live by these values.
He complimented the GCs for their impeccable turnout and excellent display of drill. He also said, “I am sure you will lead by example and inspire your men to follow you by demonstrating a high degree of professionalism and discipline. Spare no effort when training your men and never compromise on performance standards, but always keep their safety at heart. You should strive to be leaders who are professional, committed, caring and who always act with integrity”.
In the end, he wished them a rewarding and fruitful career in the noble profession of arms.