First-generation Army Officers to lead old tradition, march India’s might on Kartavya Path

Key Highlights

• Most are first-generation officers and have been in service for less than a year and they dub the moment a dream come true.
• Lieutenant Shashank Sharma, commissioned into the 17 Mechanised Infantry just six months ago, will command the Nag Missile System contingent.
• Hailing from Ajmer in Rajasthan, the young officer said that the RD parade has given him a lot of exposure, meeting the senior-most officers of the Army during the practice sessions.
• “Heavy Shoulders,” a term coined by the boys for their senior officers, reflects how the officers have guided them not only in matters related to the parade but also in aspects that will support them throughout their service.
• It is inspiring.