Know the brave regiments of Indian Army

New Delhi: Indians has always been known for their bravery and the Indian army is considered one of the bravest armies of the world.Infact India has the third largest army in the whole world. The attitude, the persona, the charisma of Indian army officers are simply indispensable.Its because of these brave army officers only, that we, the people can sleep freely and live without any fear, because somewhere deep down in our hearts we know we are safe enough because our soldiers are awake at the borders to protect us and our motherland.The Indian Army consits of various regiments which guard our country and who are ready to sacrifice their lives at one call from the motherland.Lets have a look at the brave regiments of the Indian Army : Gorkha Regiments The Gorkha regiment was formerly a part of British Indian Army, but ever since Independence it became an indispensable part of the Indian Army.The Gorkha Regiment is know for its courage in the battlefield which is discernible by the gallantary awards won by the Gorkha soldiers and the battle honour awards awarded to the Gorkha battalions.Currently there are 7 Gorkha Regiments in the Indian Army out of which six were tranferred from the British Indian Army and one was raised post-independence.The 7 Gorkha Regiments of the Indian Army are- 1 Gorkha Rifles, 3 Gorkha Rifles, 4 Gorkha Rifles, 5 Gorkha Rifles, 8 Gorkha Rifles, 9 Gorkha Rifles and 11 Gorkha Rifles. 11 Gorkha Rifles was raised post-independence.Out these 7 Gorkha Regiments, 11 Gorkha Rifles have been part of almost all the operations undertaken by the Indian army after independence.Their war cry is " Ayo Gorkhali", which means 'The Gorkhas are here'. Punjab RegimentPunjab Regiment is the oldest regiment which is still serving the Indian Army. There are numerous battalions of the Punjab regiment thats is serving the country. Punjab regiment is not only the oldest regiment of the Indian army but is also the most acclaimed regiment as well.Punjab regiment has taken part in vaarious wars and have won various awards as wellTheir war cry is " Jo Bole So Nihaal, Sat Sri Akaal" and " Bol Jawala Maa ki Jai"Grenadiers Regiment The Grenadiers Regiment of the Indian Army have a long history of valiance and sacrifice. The Grenadiers have been serving the country much before indpendence during world war-I and world war-II.The Grenadiers have won many gallantary awards and battle honours not only after inderpendence, but before independence as well.Presently the Grenadiers have the unique honour of having 3 Param Vir Chakras, the highest medal for gallantry in the Indian Army.The Grenadiers Regiment comprises of Jats, Rajputs, Dogras, Gujjars, Meenas, Kutchies and other Indian Castes showing the true picture of unity in diversity.Their war cry is "SARVADA SHAKTISHALI" Rajputana Rifles Rajputana Rifles is the senior most rifle regiment of the Indian Army. Originally raised in 1775, the Rajputana Rifles was re-organised in 1921-22. Earlier it was a part of British Indian Army has been serving the Indian Army post-independence. The Rajputana Rifles comprises of various battalions with glorious pasts.It also holds the honour of being the first one to win Victoria Cross of the Indian Army in 1856.Over the course of its existence, members of the regiment have received 1 Param vir chakra, 1 Ashok Chakra, 1 Padma Bushan, 11 Param Vishisht Seva Medals and several other honours as well.Their war cry is " Raja Ram Chandra Ki Jai "Jat Regiment The Jat regiment is one of the longest serving infantry regiments of the Indian Army. Jats, who are primarily known for their skill with weapons and in combat, have won 19 battle honours between 1839 to 1947.Jat regiment has participted in various operations undertaken by the Indian Army during its 200 years of existence and have won various battle honours pre and post independence.Jat regiment is also known as one of the most decorative regiment of the Indian Army and have won 5 battle honours, two Victoria Crosses, Two Ashok Chakras and numerous other medals and honours post independence.Their battle cry is " Jat Balwan, Jai Bhagwan"Sikh Regiment Sikh Regiment is known as one of the bravest regiments of Indian Army.The 19 battalions strong, Sikh regiment is one of the highest decorated regiments of the Indian Army.Tracing its roots from the British Indian Army, the Sikh regiment was once one of the highest decorated regiments of the British Empire.During Operation Vijay 1999, the Indo-Pak Kargil War, the Sikh regiment displayed sterling performance marked with exceptional valour .The regiment holds the privilege of receiving 1652 gallantry awards and honours by the members of the regiment, which include 2 Param Vir Chakras, 14 Maha Vir Chakras 68 Ashok Chakras and many moreTheir was cry is "Jo Bole So Nihaal, Sat Sri Akaal"