The 67th Infantry Day was celebrated at Dipatoli Military Station on Monday with military solemnity and fervour. In a solemn and majestic function at Jharkhand War Memorial, lieutenant General Raymond Noronha, AVSM, SM, General Officer Commanding Brahmastra Corps accompanied by all Infantry officers of the Ranchi Station laid a wreath to commemorate and honour Infantry Martyrs who stand as role models for future generations.
The wreath laying was followed by a Sainik Sammelan addressed by lieutenant General Raymond Noronha, AVSM, SM who exhorted all ranks to continue to be the epitome of devotion, self motivation and high professional acumen. The celebrations in the evening culminated with cocktails where Infantry Veterans of Ranchi graced the function.
The Corps Commander reminded all those present about the gallant sacrifice of soldiers of 1 SIKH at old airfield, in Srinagar. In September/October ‘47’, Pakistani tribesmen supported by Pak Army Officers, marched towards Srinagar after burning down Baramulla Town. On October 27 1947, 1 SIKH air landed at old airfield and with their indomitable courage and self sacrifice, turned the tide and saved the Valley for India. To commemorate this gallant and successful action 27 October is celebrated as Infantry Day.