Esprit de Corps: The 4th Gorkha Rifles

Esprit de Corps: The 4th Gorkha Rifles: 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: 1857

Motto: Sthal Kayar Hunu Bhanda Marnu Ramro (Better to Die than Live like a Coward)

War Cry: Jai Mahakali Ayo Gorkhali (Hail goddess Kali The Gorkhas are here)

Regimental Centre: 14 Gorkha Training Centre, Subathu, Himachal Pradesh

Type: Light Infantry

Decorations:

• 1 MVC (Maha Vir Chakra)
• 5 VrC (Vir Chakra)
• 1 YSM (Yudh Seva Medal)
• 1 KC (Kirti Chakra)
• 2 SC (Shaurya Chakra)
• 3 PVSM (Param Vishisht Seva Medals)
• 3 AVSM (Ati Vishisht Seva Medals)
• 6 VSM (Vishisht Seva Medals)
• 24 SM (Sena Medal)

Battle Honours (Post Independence):

• Poonch
• Gurais
• Bilafond La

Notable Alumni:

Major Krishna Gopal Chatterjee, MVC (Later Colonel)

Alias: 4 GR


Insignia: A pair of crossed Khukris with the Roman numeral IV below, and Ashoka on top.

Regimental Colours: Olive Green, Black and Red.