States »EasPosted at: Aug 15 2021 2:23PM

Indian Army marks 75 years of independence with mega regatta

Siliguri, Aug 15 (UNI) Indian Army's Eastern Command on Sunday organized a mega boat race on the Teesta-Mahananda Link Canal, to commemorate 75 years of Indian Independence.
The event was part of lowering of 75 boats on the 75th Independence Day and was conducted in the historic Teesta- Mahananda Corridor through which Trishakti Corps and brothers from East Pakistan had launched operations for capture of Hilli, Rangpur & Bogra, thereby facilitating the liberation of Bangladesh.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation by 18 teams from the Indian Army, Indian Air Force, Central Armed Police Forces & NCC.
Besides the boat race, the audience was treated with an inspiring performance of martial arts by soldiers of the Kripan Division.
A large number of veterans also graced the occasion and cheered the participants. The event was also attended by senior officials from the civil administration, Forest & Irrigation Departments of West Bengal & Sikkim.
Major General Ritu Raj Raina, SM, VSM Chief of Staff Trishakti Corps appreciated the enthusiastic participation, camaraderie and sportsmanship displayed by the participants.
He said that the event was a befitting tribute to all those who sacrificed for the Indian freedom struggle and an expression of synergy and commitment of Indian Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces & Civil administration in the service of the Nation.
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