DEHRADUN: Lalit Thapliyal, who won the prestigious sword of honour that is given to the cadet for the best all round performance, says he worked hard during his training at IMA to achieve this feat.

VINAY SANTOSH KUMAR/HT PHOTOArmy chief General Dalbir Singh presents Sword Of Honour to Lalit Thapliyal in Dehradun.

“I feel elated at having won this prestigious honour and was motivated by my brother-in-law Gaurav Hriday who also won the sword of honour ion 2010,” said Thapliyal, whose father is the vice-principal of Rashtriya Indian Military College.

Giving a message to the aspiring youths who want to join the Indian Army, Thapliyal said there’s no replacement to hard work. “Strive for doing the best and you will achieve your goals,” he said.