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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

India TV News Desk Updated on: June 23, 2014 12:06 IST
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 more

Their was cry is "Jo Bole So Nihaal, Sat Sri Akaal"

 
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