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Time of India
10 hours ago
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- Time of India
Father in 7 Jat, granddad in 9 Jat, Haryana cadet wins Sword of Honour
Dehradun: Twenty-one-year-old Anni Nehra from Rewari, Haryana, was awarded the prestigious Sword of Honour which is presented to the best all-round cadet, during the spring term passing out parade at the Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Dehradun on Saturday. Commissioned into the Sikh Light Infantry Regiment, Anni belongs to a family with a proud military tradition. His father, Devendra Nehra, served in the 7 Jat Regiment, retiring as Havildar, and his grandfather was part of the 9 Jat Regiment, making him the third generation in his family to wear the uniform. "This award is not just mine, it belongs to my family, my instructors, and the values passed down through generations," said Anni, his eyes gleaming with pride as he received the honour at the iconic Chetwode Drill Square. He was also awarded the silver medal for officer cadet standing second in the order of merit. His mother, Suman Devi, said the moment was a proud milestone for the family. "He grew up watching both his father and grandfather serve in the Army, which inspired him to follow in their footsteps," she said. An alumnus of Rashtriya Military School in Belgaum, Karnataka, Anni said, "The training at IMA is intense and transformative. It doesn't just make you physically fit, it builds the mental resilience every officer must have." His younger brother, currently a cadet at NDA, is set to join the IMA in the upcoming session, continuing the family's service to the nation. A total of 451 officer cadets, including 32 from friendly foreign countries, participated in the passing out parade. Sri Lankan Army Commander Lieutenant General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, who is also an alumnus of the institute, reviewed the parade. Dehradun: Twenty-one-year-old Anni Nehra from Rewari, Haryana, was awarded the prestigious Sword of Honour which is presented to the best all-round cadet, during the spring term passing out parade at the Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Dehradun on Saturday. Commissioned into the Sikh Light Infantry Regiment, Anni belongs to a family with a proud military tradition. His father, Devendra Nehra, served in the 7 Jat Regiment, retiring as Havildar, and his grandfather was part of the 9 Jat Regiment, making him the third generation in his family to wear the uniform. "This award is not just mine, it belongs to my family, my instructors, and the values passed down through generations," said Anni, his eyes gleaming with pride as he received the honour at the iconic Chetwode Drill Square. He was also awarded the silver medal for officer cadet standing second in the order of merit. His mother, Suman Devi, said the moment was a proud milestone for the family. "He grew up watching both his father and grandfather serve in the Army, which inspired him to follow in their footsteps," she said. An alumnus of Rashtriya Military School in Belgaum, Karnataka, Anni said, "The training at IMA is intense and transformative. It doesn't just make you physically fit, it builds the mental resilience every officer must have." His younger brother, currently a cadet at NDA, is set to join the IMA in the upcoming session, continuing the family's service to the nation. A total of 451 officer cadets, including 32 from friendly foreign countries, participated in the passing out parade. Sri Lankan Army Commander Lieutenant General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, who is also an alumnus of the institute, reviewed the parade. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
India Gazette
a day ago
- General
- India Gazette
Passing Out Parade of Spring Term 2025 conducted at Indian Military Academy in Dehradun
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 14 (ANI): The Passing Out Parade (POP) of the Spring Term 2025 was conducted on Saturday at the Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Uttarakhand's Dehradun. Lieutenant General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, was the Reviewing Officer at the Passing Out Parade. Lt General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, presented medals to Officer Cadets. The coveted award of the Sword of Honour was presented to Academy Cadet Adjutant Anni Nehra. Gold Medal for the Officer Cadet standing First in the Order of Merit was presented to Academy Under Officer Ronit Ranjan Nayak. Silver Medal for the Officer Cadet standing Second in the Order of Merit was presented to Academy Cadet Adjutant Anni Nehra. Bronze Medal for the Officer Cadet standing Third in the Order of Merit was presented to Battalion Under Officer Anurag Verma. Silver Medal for the Officer Cadet standing First in the Order of Merit from Technical Graduate Course was presented to Sergeant Akash Bhadouriya. Silver Medal for the Officer Cadet standing First in the Order of Merit from Technical Entry Scheme (TES-45) was presented to Wing Cadet Quarter Master Kapil. Medal for the Officer Cadet standing First in the Order of Merit from Foreign Country was presented to Foreign Officer Cadet Nishan Balami (Nepal). Chief of Army Staff Banner was awarded to Keren Company for standing Overall First amongst 12 companies for the Spring Term 2025. 451 cadets participated in passing out parade from India and abroad, will become part of their respective countries' army as officers. These include 419 cadets of the Indian Army and 32 foreign cadets. The Indian Military Academy was established on 1 October 1932. So far, more than 65 thousand cadets have passed out from this prestigious institute. These also include cadets from 34 friendly countries. Meanwhile, on June 5, the Army Air Defence Centre, Gopalpur, witnessed a proud and momentous occasion as the Passing Out Parade (POP) of the fifth batch of Agniveers was held. The parade was reviewed by Brigadier Hemant Singh, Commandant of the Army Air Defence Centre, who congratulated the 401 Agniveers on successfully completing their rigorous training and taking their 'Antim Pag' (final step) towards joining the ranks of the Indian Army. The event was marked by an impressive drill display, which was a testament to the high standards of discipline and training imparted at the Centre. Brigadier Hemant Singh, in his address, highlighted that drill is the bedrock of military discipline. He emphasised that excellent drill not only reflects the physical and mental coordination of the soldiers but also showcases the unwavering discipline and unity among the Agniveers. 'A soldier's discipline is forged on the drill square. The precision and synchronisation displayed today are a reflection of your commitment and the high standards set by the Army Air Defence Centre,' he remarked. (ANI)
India Gazette
a day ago
- General
- India Gazette
Hyderabad: Combined graduation parade organised to mark pre-commissioning training of Flight Cadets from Indian Air Force
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 14 (ANI): A combined graduation parade was conducted in Hyderabad to mark the completion of pre-commissioning training of Flight Cadets from various branches of the Indian Air Force. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Chief of the Air Staff, was the Reviewing Officer for the graduation ceremony at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad. Earlier today, the Passing Out Parade (POP) of the Spring Term 2025 was conducted at the Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Uttarakhand's Dehradun. Lieutenant General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, was the Reviewing Officer at the Passing Out Parade. Lt General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, presented medals to Officer Cadets. The coveted award of the Sword of Honour was presented to Academy Cadet Adjutant Anni Nehra. Gold Medal for the Officer Cadet standing First in the Order of Merit was presented to Academy Under Officer Ronit Ranjan Nayak. Silver Medal for the Officer Cadet standing Second in the Order of Merit was presented to Academy Cadet Adjutant Anni Nehra. Bronze Medal for the Officer Cadet standing Third in the Order of Merit was presented to Battalion Under Officer Anurag Verma. Silver Medal for the Officer Cadet standing First in the Order of Merit from the Technical Graduate Course was presented to Sergeant Akash Bhadouriya. Silver Medal for the Officer Cadet standing First in the Order of Merit from the Technical Entry Scheme (TES-45) was presented to Wing Cadet Quarter Master Kapil. Medal for the Officer Cadet standing First in the Order of Merit from a Foreign Country was presented to Foreign Officer Cadet Nishan Balami (Nepal). Chief of Army Staff Banner was awarded to Keren Company for standing Overall First amongst 12 companies for the Spring Term 2025.451 cadets participated in the passing out parade from India and abroad, will become part of their respective countries' army as officers. These include 419 cadets of the Indian Army and 32 foreign cadets. (ANI)
