Esprit de Corps: The Naga Regiment

The spirit of a body is the essence of the term Esprit de Corps. It's a feeling of pride and mutual loyalty shared by the members of a group. The troops with a higher Esprit de Corps are motivated, full of Josh and more often than not victorious under any circumstance. Following are the snapshots of this mighty regiment.

Established: 1970

War Cry: Jai Durga Naga (Hail Durga Naga)

Regimental Centre: Ranikhet, Uttarakhand

Type: Line Infantry

Decorations:

• 1 MVC (Maha Vir Chakra)
• 8 VrC (Vir Chakra)
• 1 YSM (Yudh Seva Medal)
• 6 SC (Shaurya Chakra)
• 1 VSM (Vishisht Seva Medals)
• 48 SM (Sena Medal)

Battle Honours (Post Independence):

• East Pakistan
• OP Romeo
• Point 4875
• Tiger Hill

Notable Alumni:

Subedar Imliakum Ao, MVC

Insignia: A pair of crossed Naga spears and a Dao (a cutting weapon used in Nagaland), with a shield bearing a Mithun (Bull) head.

Regimental Colours: Olive Green, Gold and Crimson.

The youngest Infantry Regiment of the Indian Army.

      

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