72nd Battalion, Sashastra Seema Bal, Yuksom Celebrates Its 8 th Raising Day in a Joyous and Dignified Manner

72nd Battalion, Sashastra Seema Bal, Yuksom Celebrates Its 8 th Raising Day in a Joyous and Dignified Manner

On 12 January 2026, the 8 th Raising Day ceremony of the 72nd Battalion, Sashastra Seema Bal, Yuksom was celebrated successfully in an atmosphere marked by joy, dignity, and strict discipline. The formal commencement of the ceremony took place with the Commandant inspecting and receiving the Guard of Honour at the Battalion Quarter Guard and hard working personnel given then Appriciation leter to bust their moral , symbolizing military discipline and glorious traditions.
On this auspicious occasion, the Battalion premises were beautifully decorated, and all officers, subordinate officers, and personnel participated enthusiastically and with a sense of pride and discipline in various events.
The ceremony was graced by the presence of the Chief Guest, Shri D.S. Limbu (District President, Gyalshing), along with distinguished officers of the local civil administration, public representatives, and other esteemed guests. The guests were warmly welcomed and felicitated by the Commandant through the presentation of bouquets and mementos.
In his inspirational address, the Commandant highlighted the glorious history of the Battalion, emphasizing the core values of duty, discipline, and service to the nation. He lauded the dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of the personnel and exhorted them to maintain high morale and continue serving the nation with an unshakable resolve.
On this occasion, the Chief Guest specially appreciated the courageous rescue operation successfully carried out by the Relief and Rescue Team of the 72nd Battalion to save a young girl and 2 other , describing it as an exemplary demonstration of humanitarian sensitivity, prompt action, and devotion to duty.
The officers of the local civil administration present at the event also praised the significant role played by the Sashastra Seema Bal in ensuring peace, security, and development in border areas and commended the Battalion for its nation-building and public welfare initiatives.