By OUR STAFF REPORTER
Dehradun, 3 Oct: The Indian Military Academy celebrated its 92nd Raising Day on 1 October with elan and traditional gaiety. On this occasion, Lt Gen Sandeep Jain, Commandant, Indian Military Academy, conveyed his appreciation to the IMA fraternity for their dedication and contribution towards the Academy into a world class military institution.
He reminded that the IMA had rendered outstanding service to the nation by nurturing and producing well trained and professionally capable officers. He urged the Service and Civilian employees to work with the same zeal and synergy to bring even greater laurels to the Academy. As part of the Raising Day celebrations, various activities were organised which included felicitation of civilian staff, a barakhana and Wreath Laying at the War Memorial.
The IMA came into existence on 1 October 1932. The Academy has a rich history and its Alumni have excelled in all spheres of military and sports activities. They have etched stories of heroic valour and outstanding leadership in numerous battlefields, winning many gallantry awards. As many as 905 brave alumni have made the supreme sacrifice in service of the nation.
On this special day, all members of the staff, Officer Cadets, Service and civilian employees rededicated themselves to uphold the glorious legacy of this great institution and its motto: ‘Veerta aur Vivek’.