Lt Gen SK Saini honours Gentleman Cadets

Tribune News Service

Dehradun, December 8

Lt Gen SK Saini, Commandant, Indian Military Academy (IMA), today complimented Gentleman Cadets (GCs) for an immaculate turnout and excellent drill movements. It indicates a high level of motivation, pride and cohesion achieved by them during their training at IMA, he said at the commandant’s parade here today.The commandant’s parade marked the culmination of the training of 401 Indian and 53 foreign Gentlemen Cadets from eight countries. Lt Gen Saini said the Army was one of the most outstanding institutions of the country. “GCs have made the wisest and the most honourable choice of joining the Army, irrespective of the hardships they will have to endure. People of the nation have reposed their faith in them and one should never break their trust. They should remain true to Naam, Namak and Nishan of their units and always uphold the traditions of the Army,” he said.Lt Gen Saini encouraged GCs to put in their very best for the final passing out parade. A large number of schoolchildren from Dehradun and neighbouring cities, local residents and army personnel along with their friends and families witnessed the parade.