Sandeep Rana

Tribune News Service

Panchkula, June 11

Tribune News Service

Dehradun, June 11

Gentleman Cadet Pankaj Kumar, son of retired Subedar, joined the elite Indian Army after taking part in the passing-out parade at the IMA here today.He dedicated his success to his father, Subedar Shyam Lal (retd), and mother Kamlesh Rani. Settled in Panchkula, Sector 6, GC Kumar’s source of inspiration was his father. B.Tech in mechanical engineering, GC Kumar always wanted to serve the nation just like his father.He said serving in the army as an officer was the rarest opportunity given to only selected candidates. GC Kumar said youth should join in larger number to serve the nation.Reacting to his achievement, GC Gauravjet Singh Batth, a resident of Sector of 21-A and a son of retired Capt GS Batth, said his hard work had paid off and helped him achieve his dream. GC Batth said rigorous training made GCs mentally and physically tough which helped them overcome any challenges.