Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Dec 4: The fourth batch of 99 Agniveers were attested in an impressive ceremony at the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry Regimental Centre, Srinagar, a Defence spokesman said.
The arduous training of young & determined Agniveers commenced on May 1.
The spokesman said the 31 weeks of training was designed to mould them into battle ready soldiers, thereby exposing them to tough & challenging physical and mental conditioning.
The Agniveers also imbibed military ethos, regimental tarteeb, social etiquettes, camaraderie and unrelenting spirit to be a disciplined soldier and a responsible citizen of India, the spokesman said.
As a mark of respect, the event commenced with Rastriya Salute to the National Flag followed by marching in and oath taking parade.
The proud parents were presented with ‘Gaurav Padak’ for their selfless contribution of their wards towards the service of the Nation.