The passing-out ceremony of soldiers of Ladakh Scouts Regiment in Leh on Saturday. Tribune photo

Our Correspondent

Jammu, November 2

As many as 164 youths join the Army’s Ladakh Scouts Regiment as young soldiers in Leh on Saturday.

An impressive ceremony, conducted as per the traditions of the Army, was reviewed by Major-General Sanjiv Rai, General Officer Commanding (GOC), Trishul Division. It was attended by a spectrum of civil and military dignitaries, including war heroes of the regiment and parents of the recruits.

A spectacular attestation parade was held at the Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre, Leh, to mark the entry of 164 well-trained recruits into the regiment as soldiers.

These soldiers, hailing from all regions of Ladakh, took oath in unison to serve the nation. The reviewing officer congratulated them for the impressive parade and urged them to devote their life in service to the nation as proud soldiers of the Army.

He also complimented the parents of the young soldiers on having motivated their wards to join the regiment. He exhorted the young soldiers to continue to strive hard in pursuit of excellence in all spheres and take a solemn vow to uphold the sovereignty of the nation against all odds in the true spirit of the Army.

Young riflemen who did exceedingly well during the training were awarded medals for their outstanding performance during training. Gaurav Padaks were presented to the proud parents whose wards joined the regiment as young soldiers.