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NDA 2 2015 Notification, NDA II 2015 Apply Online upsc.gov.in

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NDA 2 2015 Notification, NDA II 2015 Apply Online upsc.gov.in. Online Application has been invited for the eligible candidates those are searching for NDA 2 2015 Online Registration for upcoming NDA ( National Defence Academy) Exam. NDA and NA (II) 2015 online registration are open now at upsc.gov.in. Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released notification to conduct National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy (NA) Examination (II) 2015 for admission to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of the NDA for the 136th Course and for the 98th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) commencing from 02-07-2016. Eligible unmarried male candidates may apply online from 20-06-2015 to 17-07-2015 by 11:59 P.M.

Notification for NDA 2015 has been issued by UPSC on 20th June 2015 and if you’re eager to know more details regarding Online important dates for NDA 2, then you can check out dates as mentioned below for 2nd Round.NDA (II) 2015 Notification

UPSC NDA & NA (II) Exam Vacancy Details:
Total No of Posts: 375
Name of the Posts:
1. National Defence Academy: 320 Posts
i. Army: 208 Posts
ii. Navy: 42 Posts
iii. Air Force: 70 Posts
2. Naval Academy [10+2] Cadet Entry Scheme: 55 Posts

Age Limit: Candidates should born not earlier than 02-01-1997 and not later than 01-01-2000.

Educational Qualification: Candidates should Pass 12th Class of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University for Army Wing of National Defence Academy, 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent with Physics and Mathematics conducted by a State Education Board or a University for Air Force and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and for the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at the Indian Naval Academy.

Selection Process: Candidates will be selected based on performance in Written Examination, Psychological Aptitude Test, Intelligence & Personality Test and SSB Interview.

Application Fee: Candidates have to Pay Rs.100/- in the form of Cash in any Branch of SBI or by using net banking facility of State Bank of India/ State Bank of Bikaner & Jaipur/ State Bank of Hyderabad/ State Bank of Mysore/ State Bank of Patiala/ State Bank of Travancore or by using any Visa/ Master Credit/ Debit Card. No Fee for SC/ ST candidates and sons of serving/ ex-Junior Commissioned Offcers/ Non-Commissioned Officers/ Other Ranks of Army and equivalent ranks in the Indian Navy/ Indian Air Force

How to Apply: Eligible unmarried male candidates may apply online through the website www.upsconline.nic.in from 20-06-2015 to 17-07-2015 by 11:59 P.M. Retain printed copy of online application form for future use.

Instructions for Applying Online:
1. Before applying online candidates should scan the copies of photograph and signature.
2. Log on to the website www.upsconline.nic.in.
3. Click on “Online Application for Various Examinations of UPSC”.
4. Select the desired post & fill the Part I Online Application form by selecting the link.
5. Fill all the mandatory details and Submit.
6. After successful submission, an unique Registration ID will be generated, note it.
7. Make the fee payment and revisit the website.
8. Select Part II Registration and Log in yourself.
9. Fill all the mandatory details in Part II of Application.
10. After submitting the application form, take print out of system generated application form for further reference.

Important Dates:
Starting Date to Apply Online: 20-06-2015.
Last Date to Apply Online: 17-07-2015 by 11:59 P.M.
Last Date for Payment of Fee through Offline: 16-07-2015 by 23.59 hrs.
Last Date for Payment of Fee through Online: 17-07-2015 by 23.59 hrs.
Availability of e-Admit Cards: 03 Weeks before the commencement of examination.
Date of Written Examination: 27-09-2015.
Written Examination Results will be declared in: December 2015.
SSB Interview for the candidates qualified in written examination will be held during: January 2016 to April 2016.
Commencement of Course: 02-07-2016.

ABOUT NDA Examination
The Nation’s Defence Academy (NDA) , the Joint Services academy from the Indian Military, where cadets from the three services, the Military, the Navy and also the Air Force train together before they’re going onto pre-commissioning learning their particular service development. The NDA is situated at Khadakwasla near Pune, Maharashtra. It’s the first tri-service academy on the planet.
NDA alumni have brought and fought against in each and every major conflict where the Indian Military continues to be known as to action because the academy was established. The alumni include 3 Param Vir Chakra recipients and 9 Ashoka Chakra recipients. National Defence Academy has created 27 service Chiefs Of Staff till date. Current Chiefs Of Staff from the Military, the Navy and also the Air Force are NDA alumni.

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Indian Air Force Passing Out Parade June 2015, 207 Flight Cadets Including 46 Women As Flying Officers

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Indian Air Force Passing Out Parade June 2015, 207 Flight Cadets Including 46 Women As Flying Officers. The amber sky dawned sagely over Air Force Academy to witness the grand Combined Graduation Parade, which marked the momentous occasion of the passing out of 207 Flight Cadets as Flying Officers including 43 women officers to join the crème-de-la-crème of the IAF, to carry forward the espoused legacy and the core values of ‘Mission, Integrity, Excellence’ with élan.
This solemn event was graced by the Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha PVSM AVSM VM ADC, as the Reviewing Officer. He conferred the President’s Commission to the Flight Cadets who have successfully completed their basic and professional training at Air Force Academy, Air Force Station Hakimpet, Air Force Station Begumpet, Air Force Station Yelahanka and Air Force Administrative College (Coimbatore). This training phase culminated in a grand ceremony with a scintillating Combined Graduation Parade on the tarmac facing the Sekhon Block at the Air Force Academy. The newly commissioned officer will join in their respective fields in Flying, Navigation and Ground duty branches.
The Reviewing Officer was accorded a salute by the parade followed by an impressive March Past. Thehighpoint of the parade was the ‘Pipping ceremony’. The Flight Cadets were awarded their stripes by the Reviewing Officer, the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Training Command and Commandant, Air Force Academy. They were then administered the oath by the Commandant of the Academy in the presence of the Chief Guest and other dignitaries.

Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha presenting the Sword of Honor for standing first in overall order of merit to Flying Officer Himanshu Kanwar
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha presenting the Sword of Honor for standing first in overall order of merit to Flying Officer Himanshu Kanwar
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha receiving a salute during the Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad.
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha receiving a salute during the Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad.
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha receiving a salute during the Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha receiving a salute during the Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha reviewing the Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha reviewing the Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad

Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha gave away various awards to the flying officers who have excelled in training. Flying Officer Himanshu Kanwar from the Flying Branch was awarded President’s Plaque and the Chief of the Air Staff Sword of Honour for standing first in Overall Merit in Pilot Course. Flying Officer Saurabh Sharma and Flying Officer Shivaank Rana were awarded President’s Plaque for being first in Overall Merit in Navigation and Ground Duty branch respectively.
Addressing the cadets, the Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha complimented the Flying Officers for the exceptional standard of parade. Articulating India’s need and priorities in the emerging international scenario, he reiterated the important role of the Armed Forces. In this context IAF, as a reckonable aerospace power, would permeate the national security apparatus more intrinsically, given India’s significantly enhanced stature and responsibilities. He stated that, while there is an urgent need to leverage technologies and systems, it is also imperative that these are converted into ‘capabilities’ by people. He stressed on the need that the IAF should aim for greater specialisation and tailored capabilities amongst its men and women, as it absorbs newer and more advanced technologies.
Earlier, the Reviewing Officer was received at the venue by Air Marshal Ramesh Rai, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Training Command and Air Marshal GP Singh VM, Commandant, Air Force Academy.
The parade was culminated with the newly commissioned officers marching-out from behind the fort wall, in slow march to the poignant notes of ‘Auld Lang Syne’ acknowledging the first salute given them by their immediate juniors.

Indian Air Force Passing Out Parade June 2015 Pictures

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The large gathering of military and civil dignitaries along with the family members and friends of the graduating Flight Cadets were held spellbound throughout the impressive parade. The grand Graduation Parade culminated with awesome display by the fiery aerobatic display by the PC 7 MK II (the aircraft currently used in AFA to train pilots) and the Sarang Helicopter team display.
The combined graduation Parade is a portentous day heralding the birth of another generating of fine Officers in the IAF. The Flight Cadets undergo professional and advanced training and finally pass-out together from the portals of the majestic “Sekhon” Block of Air Force Academy. The graduating Flight Cadets marched-in onto the tarmac with impeccable turnout and impressive drill movements, demonstrating the conviction and commitment that they hold.
Subsequently, a specially chosen group of Flight Cadets brought-in the ‘President’s Colours’ of the Academy. The President’s Colours is a symbol of excellence, awarded to the Academy in 1975 as a tribute to the dedication and worthy contribution, both during peace and war; it marks and depicts the hard work, valor and sacrifice of all the personnel posted to the Academy.
The Air Force Academy is the premier training establishment of IAF. It is veritably the ‘Cradle of Inspired Leadership’, as it undertakes the onerous task of transforming civilians to Air Warriors and creating an elite cadre of Officers.

Source: ibnlive.com

Story Of Paratrooper Kapil Dev, Shaurya Chakra

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Story Of Paratrooper Kapil Dev, Shaurya Chakra

Shaurya Chakra winner (Soldier) Kapil Dev born on 1st of November, 1984 at Sangrah. His father Gopal Singh is a Farmer and mother Kamla Devi is housewife. Paratrooper Kapil Dev is 1st Shaurya Chakra winner/national awarded soldier of Sangrah Town/Area. Kapil joined Parachute Regiment of Indian Army on 23rd of September, 2002 as a soldier and in 2010 his Regiment/Company 1st Battalion was shifted to Jammu-Kashmir.

Paratrooper Kapil Dev was part of assault team which had been Heli dropped to carry out Search and Destroy operation in general area in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir. While carrying out deliberate search, at 06:30 AM 0n 31st May, 2010 Paratrooper Kapil Dev came under indiscriminate Fire from Terrorists hiding in dense undergrowth. Exhibiting remarkable initiative and outstanding field craft, Paratrooper Kapil Dev crawled forward and killed one Terrorist at close range. He instantly drew heavy automatic fire another Terrorist and sustained Gun shot wound in his left thigh. Profusely bleeding but undeterred, he changed his position, lobbed Grenades and killed him in a fierce hand to hand fight. Kapil Dev displayed exceptional valour, unmindful of his personal safety and heroic initiative beyond call of duty while fighting the Terrorists.Story Of Paratrooper Kapil Dev, Shaurya Chakra
According to sources/media in close cross firing/encounter/ hand to hand fight 4 (Pa Sported) militants were killed. Three Paratroopers of his Regiment admitted him to Military Hospital with the help of Helicopter. After a period of six months he get wall/fit for army and rejoined 1st Battalion Parachute Regiment. On 18th 0f April, 2011 he was awarded by President of India at Rashtrapati Bhawan (Delhi).
The Shaurya Chakra is an Indian military decoration awarded for valour, courageous action or self-sacrifice while not engaged in direct action with the enemy. It may be awarded to civilians as well as military personnel, sometimes posthumously. It is the peacetime equivalent of the Vir Chakra. It is generally awarded for Counter-Insurgency operations and actions against the enemy during peace-time.

Indian Naval Academy To Augment Intake Of Cadets, Will Surpass The 1500 Mark

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Indian Naval Academy

Indian Naval Academy To Augment Intake Of Cadets, Will Surpass The 1500 Mark. The Indian Naval Academy (INA), one of the top-notch training wings of Indian Navy situated in Ezhimala (Kannur district, Kerala), is pacing ahead to augment its intake of cadets. In an interview to OneIndia during the Passing out Parade held recently, Vice Admiral Ajit Kumar P, Commandant, INA, said that during the Phase-II expansion period, the intake of cadets will surpass the 1500-mark.

Indian Naval Academy“We are right on track and are evolving as the most-sought-after wings of Indian armed forces. The INA cadets have over the years exhibited their intellectual brilliance in all spheres of life and work. We have entered into MoUs with India’s top educational institutions, including the IITs and IIMs. The aims of these MoUs are now getting fructified,” says Vice Admiral Ajit. The INA has started conducting external academic audits every year as part of pushing the quality bar high.
“We have set our aim to become one of the best in the country. Once the Phase-II expansion plan is completed (2017), our cadet strength would in excess of 1500. And, when the Phase-III plans take shape, we will have around 2500 cadets, including those from friendly nations,” he said. He said INA would take the help of IITs while setting up future labs. “There’s lots of emphasis on gen-next technologies already in the curriculum. We have ensured that our cadets get maximum exposure to the best learning, training and teaching facilities in the country,” says Vice Admiral Ajit, who has been playing an inspiring role in shaping INA’s future. As reported by OneIndia earlier, in the Phase-III expansion plan of INA, the Ettikulam bay jetty is expected to get a face-lift with training ships of Indian Navy set to get anchored for the benefit of cadets.
“Yes. That’s definitely in the future vision plan of the Academy,” adds the Commandant.

Source: oneindia.com

Father – A Lifetime Inspiration

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my father my hero

“Father is the first instructor of a child and is more than a hundred schoolmasters.”  These days’ newspapers have a new topic in trend. Every day various events and news are seen in media. But another occasion clashes with it. It Father’s day on the 21st of June. Well this day must be dedicated to your Father who made you whatever you are. The day is dedicated to the fatherhood and the special position that every father holds for his children.

All Army brats, who have a strong will to join Army, must ask themselves, ‘who is the first person, who motivated you to join Armed Forces?’  Don’t bluff yourself. Whenever asked in the SSB, that why do you want to join armed force? Most of the aspirants replies ‘I am highly motivated by the uniform, flaunting salutes etc.’ Well, this may be correct to some extent. Rather boldly shout that your Father is the first person who motivated you toward Armed Forces. He made you an officer like stuff and led you to stand in front of them. You have spent about 20-25 years of your initial life with him and seen the qualities he possess as a soldier and directed you to do something for your nation.

It never matters whether your Father belongs to defense background or not. Think deep into your soul and try to unearth the facts that who made you to take right decisions, who made you to have the guts to stand before the officers while attending the SSB or anywhere you go. The only person who stands by you whatever the situation might be and even has the strength to take you out of it, is your Father. Every person have gone through a situation where it’s only your Father, whom you look around for, in the hope of taking you out of it.Adulthood is the stage when a boy is almost changed into man and he is mature enough to take care of himself. One must not forget that there is somebody for whom you are still a child. He always has a solution for your problems. But some time it is us, who never ponder over it and ignore the affection into the spark of friends and enjoyments.my father my hero

Adulthood is the stage when a boy is almost changed into man and he is mature enough to take care of himself. One must not forget that there is somebody for whom you are still a child. He always has a solution for your problems. But some time it is us, who never ponder over it and ignore the affection into the spark of friends and enjoyments.

For a Father, Father’s day is nothing but just a regular day. It is our responsibility to make him realize that he is the most special person in the world for someone and he deserve a hug for that. Thank him for making you whatever you are and what better you possibly would be in future. Do not delay in expressing your feeling in hunt for a perfect time because a perfect moment never comes. It is you who can make the moment perfect. So make this day special to the man who want to see you in the uniform with brass stars glittering on your shoulder. Make him realize that you have not forgotten him and his deeds that nobody in the world have done and can never do for you.

Wishing you all a Happy Father’s Day!

Pictures of Indian Armed Forces Doing Yoga Will Motivate You For Yoga Day

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The Indian defence forces are putting up a consolidated effort to ensure that the International Yoga Day is a complete success. To achieve that, they have been putting up regular practice sessions no matter where they be. Be it at the base camp at the world’s highest battlefield, Siachen to the southernmost part of the country at Kanyakumari or on sea. And its not just the Army, the Navy & the Air Force, even the NCC cadets can be seen practicing yoga at various places in the country.
These pictures have been tweeted by the PM Narenndra Modi and the Ministry of Defence spokesperson Sitanshu Kar.

Indian Army Doing Yoga

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Indian Air Force Doing Yoga

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Indian Navy Doing Yoga

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Indian Air Force Celebrates International Yoga Day

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Indian Air Force Celebrates International Yoga Day

Indian Air Force has always been in the forefront in promoting fitness and healthy life style amongst Air Warriors. In pursuance of the same, Yoga programmes has been conducted for Air Warriors since last two days at various Air Force Formations and Stations as a build-up for the International Yoga Day on 21 Jun 2015. These Yoga sessions were conducted to introduce Air Warriors to the benefits of Yoga. Majority of participants who took part in the programme are those engaged in assignments requiring high level of concentration and perseverance. During these sessions, various Yogic Asanas, breathing techniques and its positive impact on physical and mental well being were covered.

All Air Force Formations and Stations have been directed to observe 21 Jun 2015 as International Yoga Day, commensurate with the objectives stipulated by Government of India. Indian Air Force Celebrates International Yoga Day

There would be an introductory talk on benefits of Yoga followed by a 35-45 minutes camp demonstrating various yoga exercises with participation of audience. This would end with a meditation exercise of six minutes duration. Conduct of Yoga would be under this guidance of Yoga teachers and experts.

Yoga is also planned to be conducted in Air Force Schools and at suitable locations in the Stations where families and children of air warriors can participate.

The Ethos of Indian Army

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The Ethos of Indian Army. The infusion of high technology based precision weaponry has enhanced the lethality of future warfare manifold. The spectrum of threat ranges from the nuclear to the conventional and the asymmetric, with terrorism emerging like a hydra-headed monster. Add to this the rigours of climate i.e. the glacial heights and extreme cold, dense mountainous jungles and the heat and simoom of the deserts. Such are the trying environs in which a soldier operates. However, to a soldier facing such challenges and going beyond the call of duty is but second nature. Life’s turbulences and turmoils have a special flavour for him.

For those not exposed to a war or war like environment, this flavour is beyond the realms of imagination. The Indian Army soldier is infused by a set of values that make the soldier willingly face a plethora of challenges and difficulties, and when the call may come, to give the ultimate sacrifice in the service of the Nation. The ethos of the Army is ingrained in all soldiers with an unwavering will to succeed, accepting their grave responsibility and an unbridled ability to give their lives for others; confident that in return the nation will look after them and their families. The values of the army infused in the soldier through the years of training are enumerated belowNational Defence Academy Discipline

  • Espirit-de-Corps The spirit of comradeship and brotherhood of the brave, regardless of caste, creed or religion. The motto is, “One for all and all for one”!
  • Spirit of Selfless Sacrifice The tradition is never to question, but to do or die for the three “Ns”; Naam, i.e. name-honour- of the unit/Army/Nation, ‘Namak'(salt) i.e. loyalty to the Nation, and ‘Nishan’, i.e. the insignia or flag of his unit/regiment/Army/Nation which the soldiers hold afloat willingly.
  • Valour Fearlessness in combat and in the face of the enemy even when fighting against great odds or even when facing sure death.
  • Non-discrimination The Indian Army does not discriminate on account of caste, creed or religion. A soldier is a soldier first and anything else later. He prays under a common roof. It is this unique character, which makes him bind in a team despite such diversity.
  • Fairness and Honesty The spirit of honesty and fair play. He fights for a just cause that extends even to the enemy (prisoner or wounded).
  • Discipline and Integrity Discipline and integrity impart the feeling of patriotism, honesty and courage under all circumstances however, strong be the provocation otherwise.
  • Fidelity, Honour and Courage He is a man on whose shoulders lies the honour and integrity of his nation. He knows that he is the last line of defence and he cannot fail the Nation.
  • Death to Dishonour A close bond amongst soldiers forces them to choose death to dishonour. The concept of ‘IZZAT’ (HONOUR) in the clan / unit enables them to shun the fear of death; to be called a coward in the peer group is worse than death.
  • Forthrightness A soldier has to be forthright, for on his word the men he leads are going to lay down their lives without questioning why.
  • These values stoke the attitude of Service before Self in every soldier. The famous credo of Chetwode Hall is deeply imbibed in the men in Olive Green. It is the spirit of this credo, imbibed in every officer that binds him with his men in an unshakeable bond of camaraderie.
  • The safety, honour and welfare of your country comes first always and every time.
  • The honour, welfare and comfort of the men you command comes next.
  • Your own ease, comfort and safety comes last always and every time.

Source: joinindianarmy.nic.in

joinindianarmy.nic.in – Indian Army Recruitment Goes Online

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new joinindianarmy.nic.in website

Lt Gen Philip Campose, Vice Chief of Army Staff launched a new website, www.joinindianarmy.nic.in, of the Directorate General of Recruiting for selection of Officers, Junior Commission Officers (JCOs) & Other Ranks   (OR) from the precincts of the South Block today.

This dynamic website is keeping in pace with the automation of Recruitment in the Army and will synergise and enhance the selection procedures. Candidates from all across India will have access to information about career options in the Army, make suitable choices and apply online. new joinindianarmy.nic.in website

Kiosks based Central Govt and State Govt Common Service Centres (CSC) will enable candidates to apply from the remotest areas.  The facilities of the website for applying as Officers, JCOs and OR will be available with effect from 01 Jul 2015.

Story Of Lt. Abhay Kadam Will Boost Your Confidence

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Lt. Abhay Kadam

Auto driver Dilip Kadam from Tapasya Chawl, Sawarkar Nagar in Thane, was probably the proudest father as his son became a lieutenant in the Indian Army. Abhay Kadam (22) is back home to Thane with the rank and uniform of a lieutenant after a rigorous training of a year and a half at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Deharadun. Abhay, who did his schooling from Indira Gandhi School, Thane, is a BSc IT graduate from Thane’s B N Bandodkar college, where he joined NCC. Wanting to serve the nation, Abhay attempted the NDA (National Defence Academy) exam twice but didn’t make it. He then joined an academy in Pune which trains aspiring students to crack these tough defence entrance exams.

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Lt. Abhay Kadam

“I prepared hard for the Combined Defence Service (CDS) exams conducted by the UPSC. It is not easy to crack these exams,” Abhay said.

“After clearing the written exam, I was called for an interview for which 1.5 lakh students from all over India attempted. I cleared the five-day long Services Selection Board (SSB) interview process among 10,000 students and was ranked 193,” he added. He then joined Dehradun and was given the rank of a lieutenant in the Indian Army in a Passing Out Parade (POP) at the IMA.

“We are proud that our son is now in the Indian Army and will serve for our nation. We were happy when he chose this field,” said Dilip Kadam, the proud father.

“It feels proud to be a part of one of the strongest forces of the world, and to serve the nation. I wish more youths should get into the defence force.
Various campaigns, activities should be carried out by schools, colleges or the media to help youths know about our defence forces,” said Abhay.