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Time of India
2 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
GOC Dakshin Bharat Area visits MLIRC
Belagavi: Lieutenant General KS Brar, PVSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding (GOC), Dakshin Bharat Area, visited The Maratha Light Infantry Regimental Centre (MLIRC) on Thursday. During the visit, the GOC inspected the operational readiness and training standards of the Regimental Centre. He was briefed on the substantial strides made in enhancing the training and administrative infrastructure, particularly in Agniveer training. The GOC observed training sessions firsthand and lauded the Centre's unwavering commitment to excellence. He emphasised the importance of integrating cutting-edge technology into training from the foundational stages to ensure that soldiers are future-ready and capable of adapting to the evolving battlefield dynamics. Accompanied by Station Commander Brigadier Joydip Mukherjee, the GOC also visited various station units of the garrison to assess the overall functional synergy and readiness. During his visit to the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) Polyclinic, the he interacted with veterans, acknowledging their invaluable service and reaffirming the Army's continued commitment to their welfare. He also visited the Army Public School at the MLIRC, Belagavi, where he felicitated students who excelled in sports at various levels, appreciating their achievements and encouraging them to continue striving for excellence. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn Online Without the High Tuition SearchMore Learn More Undo As part of his visit, the GOC also inaugurated the newly established outpatient department (OPD) section at Military Hospital, Belagavi, marking a significant step towards enhancing medical facilities for serving personnel, veterans, and their families.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Yoga day celebrated at MLIRC
The Maratha Light Infantry Regimental Centre (MLIRC) celebrated International Yoga Day with week-long activities. MLIRC officers, personnel and their families participated in various activities. The event commenced with an inaugural address by Commandant of MLIRC Brigadier Joydip Mukherjee who emphasised the growing relevance of Yoga as a sustainable health practice that enhances both individual resilience and collective harmony. He underscored the 2025 theme, 'One Earth, One Health', which resonates deeply with the Army's ethos of self-discipline, balance and unity with nature. Soldiers, families and school children of APS Belagavi participated in large numbers, demonstrating their commitment to wellness. The week-long celebrations included a diverse array of practices such as Hatha Yoga, Pranayama and Guided Meditation, which not only introduced participants to the foundational elements of Yoga but also equipped them with practical tools to manage stress, enhance mental clarity and build emotional resilience. The Indian Army continues to champion health and wellness initiatives that strengthen the mind and body of its personnel and their families. This year's International Day of Yoga served as a powerful reaffirmation of the Army's dedication to building a resilient, healthy and environmentally conscious community, in perfect alignment with the global theme, 'One Earth, One Health', said a release.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
MLIRC holds week-long activities for Yoga Day
Belagavi: The Maratha Light Infantry Regimental Centre (MLIRC) celebrated International Yoga Day at Belagavi with a series of thoughtfully curated sessions and activities. The event commenced with an inaugural address by Brigadier Joydip Mukherjee, the Commandant, who emphasised the growing relevance of yoga as a sustainable health practice that enhances both individual resilience and collective harmony. He said the the 2025 theme – 'One Earth, One Health' – resonates deeply with the Army's ethos of self-discipline, balance, and unity with nature. Soldiers, families, and schoolchildren of Army Public School, Belagavi participated in large numbers, demonstrating their commitment to wellness. The week-long celebrations included a diverse array of practices such as Hath Yoga, Pranayama, and guided meditation.
Time of India
05-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Attestation parade of fifth Agniveer batch of MLIRC in Belagavi held
Belagavi: The fifth batch of Agniveer under the Agnipath scheme witnessed the culmination of training on Thursday. On this occasion, a ceremonial attestation parade with full military traditions was held at the Maratha Light Infantry Regimental Centre (MLIRC), Belagavi. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A total of 659 Agniveers were recognised after their successful completion of 31 weeks of training. The attestation parade of the Agniveers was reviewed by Brigadier Joydip Mukherjee, commandant of the MLIRC, who applauded the Agniveers for their immaculate turnout and very high standards of drill. The parade was commanded by Agniveer Gajanan Rathod, while Lt Col Digvijay Singh was the parade adjutant. The Agniveers took the Oath of Affirmation in the presence of the national flag, the regimental flag, and religious holy books in an impressive ceremony witnessed by their parents, serving and retired fraternity of the regiment, dignitaries of Belagavi, cadets of NCC, and the young students of various schools. The pride with which the Agniveers took the oath made the ceremony even more impressive. Addressing the newly attested Agniveers, the reviewing officer reminded them of the rich heritage and the glory of the Maratha Light Infantry, as one of the oldest infantry regiments of the . He also stressed the importance of discipline and physical fitness in a soldier's life. He exuded confidence in the training conducted at the regimental centre and assured that it would stand the young soldiers in good stead before wishing them the very best in their future assignments. The reviewing officer also awarded medals to the meritorious Agniveers for excelling in different spheres of training. Naik Yashwant Ghadge, Victoria Cross Medal for overall best Agniveer, was awarded to Agniveer Kaple Krishnat. The attestation parade concluded with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the Sharqat War Memorial, to pay respect to the brave hearts of the regiment by the reviewing officer and the Agniveers. The proud parents were also felicitated with the Gaurav Padak to honour them for motivating their wards to serve the nation.
The Hindu
05-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
659 Agniveers graduate out of MLIRC in Belagavi
As many as 659 Agniveers passed out of the Maratha Light Infantry Regimental Centre (MLIRC) in Belagavi on Thursday. The fifth batch of Agniveer under the Agnipath scheme witnessed the culmination of training. A ceremonial attestation parade with full military traditions was organised at MLIRC. As many as 659 Agniveers were attested after their successful completion of 31 weeks of training. The attestation parade of the Agniveers was reviewed by Commandant of MLIRC Brigadier Joydip Mukherjee who applauded the Agniveers for their immaculate turnout and very high standards of drill. The parade was commanded by Agniveer Gajanan Rathod, while Lt. Col. Digvijay Singh was the parade adjutant. The Agniveers took the Oath of Affirmation in presence of the national flag, the regimental flag and holy religious books in an impressive ceremony witnessed by parents of the Agniveers, serving and retired fraternity of the regiment, dignitaries of Belagavi, cadets of NCC and the young students of various schools. The pride with which the Agniveers took oath made the ceremony even more impressive. Addressing the newly attested Agniveers, the reviewing officer reminded them of the rich heritage and the glory of MLIRC as one of the oldest Infantry regiments of the Indian Army. He also stressed upon the importance of discipline and physical fitness in a soldier's life. He exuded the confidence in the training given at the Regimental Centre and said that it will stand the young soldiers in good stead before wishing them the very best in their future assignments. The reviewing officer also awarded medals to meritorious Agniveers for excelling in different spheres of training. Naik Yashwant Ghadge Victoria Cross Medal for overall Best Agniveer was awarded to Agniveer Kaple Krishnat. The attestation parade concluded with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the Sharqat War Memorial to pay respects to the bravehearts of the regiment by the reviewing officer and the Agniveers. The proud parents of the Agniveers were also felicitated with Gaurav Padak to honor them for motivating their wards to serve the nation, according to a release.
