‘Beating Retreat’ to be held 4 days a week at Octroi border outpost in Suchetgarh

Jammu, February 18

The Border Security Force has announced that the beating retreat ceremony at border outpost Octroi in the Suchetgarh sector here will now be held four days a week.

Special Director General of BSF YB Khurania made the announcement during a discussion with Jammu and Kashmir Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo in Suchetgarh, an official spokesperson said on Saturday.

The ceremony comprising a structured parade by BSF personnel was launched in October 2021 as part of the government’s border tourism promotion programme.

Khurania said the beating retreat ceremony at BOP Octroi Suchetgarh will be held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Earlier, the beating retreat ceremony at the border outpost was held only two days a week – Saturdays and Sundays. He said the extended celebrations would feature a diverse array of activities and events, including cultural performances.