Tribune News Service

Bathinda, October 28

The 67th Infantry Day was celebrated here today by the Chetak Corps in remembrance of all infantry soldiers for their contributions in ensuring the sanctity of the country’s borders and territorial integrity.On this day in 1947, the first infantry contingent landed at the Srinagar airfield and fought a courageous battle to save Kashmir Valley from intruders.The celebrations commenced with a wreath laying ceremony at the war memorial.General Officer Commanding, Chetak Corps, Lieutenant General Ashwani Kumar paid tributes to all valiant infantry soldiers and comrades.Speaking on the occasion, Lt General Ahswani Kumar conveyed his greetings to all ranks of infantry and their families. He complimented them for their unflinching and dedicated contributions towards the safety and security of the nation.In defence, infantry holds key areas of tactical and strategic significance. This crucial role makes infantry the most predominant, indispensable and ultimate combat arm for achieving victory in a war.A ‘sainik sammelan’ for all ranks of the infantry, including retired officers, Junior Commissioned Officers and other rank, was also held on the occasion.

• In 1947, the first infantry contingent landed at the Srinagar airfield and fought a courageous battle to save Kashmir from intruders
• In defence, infantry holds key areas of tactical and strategic significance