IMA Dehradun Passing Out Parade
The Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun, resonated with pride, tradition and military splendour as the 157th Passing Out Parade was held at the historic Drill Square today. The momentous occasion marked the commissioning of Officer Cadets into the Indian Army, reflecting the Academy’s enduring motto, “Valour and Wisdom”, and standing as a testament to the rigorous training, discipline and indomitable spirit of its cadets.
A total of 525 Officer Cadets from the 157th Regular Course, 46th Technical Entry Scheme Course, 140th Technical Graduate Course, 55th Special Commissioned Officers Course and Territorial Army Online Entrance Exam 2023 Course, along with 34 Officer Cadets from 14 Friendly Foreign Nations, were commissioned.
Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), General Upendra Dwivedi, reviewed the parade and congratulated the newly commissioned officers on successfully completing their training. Addressing the Officer Cadets on the occasion, the COAS underscored that the profession of arms is far more than an occupation – it is a sacred calling that demands unflinching dedication, selfless service and when required, the ultimate sacrifice in the service of the nation. He lauded the Indian Military Academy’s illustrious legacy of producing visionary leaders and intrepid officers who have time and again upheld the highest traditions of courage and honour.
Acknowledging the role of instructors and staff, he praised their dedication to excellence in shaping officers of character and resilience. Expressing gratitude to the proud parents for their sacrifices and trust, he thanked them on behalf of a grateful nation for dedicating their sons to its defence.
The parade culminated with the traditional ‘Antim Pag’(final step), as the young officers marched forward, ready to uphold the sovereignty, honour and ideals of the nation.
Awards Presented by the Reviewing Officer: –
| Sword of Honour | Academy Cadet Adjutant Nishkal Dwivedi |
| Gold Medal (First in Order of Merit) | Academy Cadet Adjutant Nishkal Dwivedi |
| Silver Medal (Second in Order of Merit) | Battalion Under Officer Badal Yadav |
| Bronze Medal (Third in Order of Merit) | Senior Under Officer Kamaljeet Singh |
| Silver Medal (First in Order of Merit – Technical Graduate Course) | Officer Cadet Jadhav Sujeet Sampat |
| Silver Medal (First in Order of Merit – Technical Entry Scheme – 46) | Wing Cadet Captain Abhinav Mehrotra |
| Silver Medal (Special Commission Officer) | Officer Cadet Sunil Kumar Chhetri |
| Medal (First in Order of Merit – Foreign Cadet) | Junior Under Officer Mohammad Safin Ashraf from Bangladesh |
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