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Tributes paid to martyrs of Bihar regiment battalions

1 2 3 Patna: Bihar Regimental Centre (BRC) at Danapur Cantonment on Sunday commemorated the foundation day of its 10th and 11th battalions with solemn ceremonies and heartfelt tributes to fallen soldiers who embodied courage and service to the nation. The 10th Battalion was raised on June 1, 1966 at Ramgarh Cantonment under the leadership of Lt Colonel L W Bingle while the 11th Battalion was established on June 1, 1971 by Lt Colonel R K Kala at Danapur. Both units have built a formidable legacy through their involvement in key counter-insurgency operations in Nagaland, Mizoram, Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir and Assam, said BRC Commandant Brigadier Kamaldeep Jaspal. Brigadier Jaspal led a ceremonial wreath-laying on the BRC grounds, paying homage to the martyrs of both battalions. "These battalions have stood as bastions of strength in some of the most challenging terrains and situations in the country. Their contributions to preserving national security and peace are a source of pride and inspiration for all of us," he said. The event included a regimental parade and a commemorative session highlighting the battalions' operational achievements. Families of fallen soldiers, serving jawans and local dignitaries attended the ceremony, which a BRC official described as a reminder of the regiment's legacy. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo "As the BRC continues to uphold its proud traditions, the 10th and 11th battalions remain symbols of valour, resilience and unwavering service to the nation for the young serving soldiers of the Bihar Regiment," the official added. A two-minute silence was observed for the martyrs, accompanied by the army band's rendition of Vande Mataram, which stirred a deep patriotic sentiment. Patna: Bihar Regimental Centre (BRC) at Danapur Cantonment on Sunday commemorated the foundation day of its 10th and 11th battalions with solemn ceremonies and heartfelt tributes to fallen soldiers who embodied courage and service to the nation. The 10th Battalion was raised on June 1, 1966 at Ramgarh Cantonment under the leadership of Lt Colonel L W Bingle while the 11th Battalion was established on June 1, 1971 by Lt Colonel R K Kala at Danapur. Both units have built a formidable legacy through their involvement in key counter-insurgency operations in Nagaland, Mizoram, Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir and Assam, said BRC Commandant Brigadier Kamaldeep Jaspal. Brigadier Jaspal led a ceremonial wreath-laying on the BRC grounds, paying homage to the martyrs of both battalions. "These battalions have stood as bastions of strength in some of the most challenging terrains and situations in the country. Their contributions to preserving national security and peace are a source of pride and inspiration for all of us," he said. The event included a regimental parade and a commemorative session highlighting the battalions' operational achievements. Families of fallen soldiers, serving jawans and local dignitaries attended the ceremony, which a BRC official described as a reminder of the regiment's legacy. "As the BRC continues to uphold its proud traditions, the 10th and 11th battalions remain symbols of valour, resilience and unwavering service to the nation for the young serving soldiers of the Bihar Regiment," the official added. A two-minute silence was observed for the martyrs, accompanied by the army band's rendition of Vande Mataram, which stirred a deep patriotic sentiment.