Srinagar: The first batch of Agniveers of the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry (JAKLI) Regiment completed their rigorous training on 05 Aug 2023.
To mark this historical event, a befitting ceremony was organized at the Nongrum Auditorium of the JAK LI Regimental Centre which was witnessed by their proud parents and mentors who formed part of their 31-week-long journey of training which transformed them from young boys to tough, confident and battle ready soldiers of the Indian Army.
Donning the immaculate uniform and proudly flashing the JAK LI insignia on their soldiers, the highly motivated & visibly elated Agniveers were ready to commence their challenging career and defend their motherland. The Agniveers commenced their rigorous training on 01 Jan 2023. Their training of 31 weeks has contributed towards their physical fitness and endurance, sharpened their senses, made them mentally robust, and taught them the skills of a soldier capable to achieve victory in battle. The training also focussed on building their character, imbibing Regimental traditions, military history and ethos, camaraderie, and above all, an unrelenting spirit. The Agniveers will now join their battalions deployed across the country in varied operational roles.
Brigadier HS Burn, Commandant, The JAK LI Regt Centre extended his best wishes and congratulated the Agniveers on the successful completion of their training. He also extended his sincere thanks and gratitude to the parents of Agniveers for their contribution towards nation building & national security by devoting their sons to serving the motherland.
In addition to military training and developing an ultimate sense of patriotism, the Agniveers were educated on important aspects of being responsible, accountable, and contributing towards nation-building. By virtue of the training, the Agniveers have developed an everlasting sense of teamwork, camaraderie, leadership, and discipline. The confident Agniveers are well equipped and geared up to be the Force Multipliers of the nation and the Indian Army.
