Pramesh S Jain
MARATHA Light Infantry Regiment one of the oldest Regiments of the Indian Army which was raised in 1768 celebrates ‘MARATHA Day’ every year on
04th Feb.
It holds historical significance, as on this day in 1670, The Maratha Warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji, initiated his campaign to reclaim the MARATHA forts seized by the Mughals by launching an attack on Kondhana Fort famously known today as Sinhgarh near Pune in Maharashtra under the Generalship of Tanaji Malusare.
The capture of Sinhgarh fort led to the capture of all 23 forts held by the Mughals&witnessed ascendency of the MARATHA empire.
The Regiment thus draws its inspiration from the legacy of Maratha warriors,who were adept in guerilla warfare.
The Regiment has carried forward the great legacy & has been conferred with 52 Battle honours,12 Theatre Honours,28 Gallantry Awards including 02 Victoria Cross,05 Ashoka Chakra,31 Param Vishist Seva Medal, 05 Mahavir Chakra,15 Kirti Chakra,44 Vir Chakra,65 Shaurya Chakra,421 Sena Medal and 01 Arjun Award.
The Regiment also exhibited its prowess in the field of sports activities wherein the sportsmen have won medals in National and International Arena to including Olympics, World Championships, Commonwealth Games & Asian Games.
To commemorate this august occasion on 04th February The MARATHA Light Infantry Regimental Centre organized a series of events which included Wreath laying in honour of War Heroes who sacrificed their lives for the unity and integrity of the Nation, cultural programs followed by a Regimental Barakhana which showcased the cultural heritage of MARATHA Regiment.
