Chennai: Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani-Vice Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army said that the Indian Army is always ready for new threats and the Army is strong in both Pakistan and China borders.
The Vice Chief was speaking at the sidelines of the Passing Out Parade held on Saturday at Officers Training Academy (OTA) Chennai.
LG NS Raja Subramani said
Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani said, "Indian Army is always ready for new threats.
Both in Pakistan and China borders we are strong and the Indian army is always ready to face any threats." The Parameshwaran Drill Square at the Officers Training Academy, Chennai witnessed a display of the military parade as Short Service Commission (SSC)-118, SSC (W)-32 and equivalent courses passed out on September 7, 2024.
The event in tradition and reverence, marked the culmination of months of gruelling training of the Officer Cadets, heralding their transformation into the future leaders of the Indian Army.
Total of 258 Officer Cadets
A total of 258 Officer Cadets and 39 Officer Cadets (Women) were commissioned into various Arms and Services of the Indian Army, embodying the spirit of duty and sacrifice.
Additionally, 10 Officer Cadets and 5 Officer Cadets (Women) from Friendly Foreign Countries successfully completed their training, fostering bonds of camaraderie and cooperation across international borders.
The parade captivated the spectators as Officer Cadets marched in perfect harmony with martial tunes.
It was a moment of immense pride not only for the Officer Cadets and their families but for the dedicated Instructors and Administrative Staff of OTA Chennai as well, reflecting on the remarkable journey of growth and development witnessed over the past one year.
Among the esteemed guests in attendance were the proud parents of the Passing Out Officer Cadets, invited dignitaries, and members of the diplomatic fraternity.
Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani said, "The parade I witnessed today stands on an exceptional drill. 15 officer cadets have successfully completed training at this institution. Please carry the carry of goodwill when you return to your countries. It's also heartening that women officer cadets with full energy. With all your efforts have proven gender has no boundaries when to serve the nation."
Professional training and education
He further said that today all of them have completed a very important course of professional training and education.
"The 21st century has seen a shift in the goals of war and reshaping its character and fast phase of technology have made it complex. (with Agency inputs)
