Udhampur, 11 October (H.S.): The

Border Security Force (BSF), upholding its proud tradition, successfully

conducted an Attestation-cum-Passing out Parade Saturday at the parade ground

of the Subsidiary Training Centre (STC), BSF Udhampur.

The

parade ground marked the culmination of 44 weeks of rigorous basic training of

621 Recruit Constable hailing from various states across India.

The

recruits solemnly took the oath to serve the Nation with commitment and honor

and subsequently departed for their respective duty postings.

Satish

S. Khandare, IPS, Additional Director General (Western Command), BSF

Chandigarh, presided over the parade as the Chief Guest and took the salute. He

lauded the exceptional standards of training provided to the recruits and

extended his commendations to the Officers and the dedicated team of

instructors at STC BSF, Udhampur, for their unwavering commitment to excellence

in training. Recruit Constable Pankaj Kumar commanded the parade as Parade

Commander and Recruit Constable Parul Kharole obtained the overall first

position.

Sandeep

Channan, Inspector General, STC BSF Udhampur, welcomed the Chief Guest and

dignitaries present on the occasion. Chief Guest Addressing the Recruit

Constables, Khandare conveyed his best wishes for their future careers and

expressed his confident belief that these young soldiers would uphold the

highest standards of integrity, dedication, and efficiency in their duties.

He

emphasized that their steadfast service would bring honor to the Border

Security Force and their families.

The

event was graced by senior officials from the Army, Civil Administration &

Police officials of Udhampur District, officers of various Central

Armed

Police Forces (CAPFs), school Teacher, distinguished local citizens, family

members of recruits & Jawans, and their families of the STC campus. They

witnessed the parade with enthusiasm and applauded the disciplined performance

of the recruit constable.

The

passing out ceremony was enlivened by cultural presentations including Bihu Dance

showcasing the vibrant folk culture of Assam, Lezim Dance representing the

spirited traditions of Maharashtra, a colorful cultural programme delivered by

the students of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Udhampur.

The

performance received widespread appreciation and thunderous applause from the

audience. The melodious tunes of the BSF Band added a grand and solemn ambiance

to the ceremony. This event stands as a testament to the commitment of the

Border Security Force to train and prepare young recruits to serve the nation

with valor and dedication.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Krishan Kumar