Shillong, May 14: Today 295 recruits of 315 batch of the Assam Regimental Centre participated in a magnificent attestation parade in a scintillating ceremony conducted at Parson Parade Ground of Assam Regimental Centre. The Parade was reviewed by Lieutenant General Subrata Saha UYSM, YSM, VSM & Bar, Deputy Chief of Army Staff (P&S) and Colonel of the Assam Regiment & Arunachal Scouts. The parade was graced by the proud parents and relatives of the passing out trainees. A large number of military dignitaries and civilian guests were also present.
In his address to the attested young soldiers, the reviewing officer extolled the virtues of selfless service to the nation and recounted the contributions of the North East and Assam Regiment towards nation building. Raised on 15 June 1941, this is the platinum Jubilee year of the regiment. In its glorious history, the regiment has earned Seven Battle Honours, Three Theatre Honours, Nine Chief of Army Staff citations, 23 Army Commanders citations and Two United Nations citations. 55 Individual Honours and Awards Pre Independence and 1548 Post-Independence.
Complementing the passing out batch for their immaculate standards, the general encouraged the warriors from the North East to persevere in pursuit of excellence. Lt Gen Saha announced that the Platinum Jubilee celebrations of the regiment will be held from 16 to 19 November 2016.Colours will be presented to 16 & 17 ASSAM and 1 and 2 Arunachal scouts
