Western Command marks 79th Infantry Day

The 79th Infantry Day, commemorating the selfless service, courage and valour of the Army’s largest fighting arm and the bedrock of India’s defence, was observed by the Western Command at Chandimandir on Monday.

The day marks the historic event of October 27, 1947, when the 1st Battalion of the Sikh Regiment was airlifted to Srinagar to repel invading Pakistani forces and defend the Kashmir Valley.

The General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Command, Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar, paid homage to infantrymen, who had made the supreme sacrifice, by laying a wreath at the Veer Smriti War Memorial.

In his message, he complimented the infantrymen for their devotion to duty and indomitable spirit while serving under difficult conditions. He exhorted all ranks to continue to draw inspiration from the heroic deeds of the bravehearts and remain steadfast in their resolve to defend the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the country.