Taekwondo, bike stunts at passing out parade of Agniveers in Bengaluru

The ASC Centre and College in Bengaluru saw the passing out ceremony for the first Agniveer batch yesterday. (Express Photo)

The parade was hosted for by and for the first batch of 756 Agniveers from all Arms and Services, who have been recruited into the Indian Army as part of the Agnipath Scheme. (Express Photo)

Lt Gen BK Repswal, Commandant ASC Centre & College reviewed the Parade. (Express Photo)

The Passing out Parade marked the culmination of their military training that not only imparted physical training but also enhanced the intellectual and moral capabilities of the Agniveers, essential for the profession of arms. (Express Photo)

The batch was passing out after 31 weeks of rigorous training. (Express Photo)

As part of display of physical and military skills, the Passing out Parade was followed by, ASC “Tornadoes” Motorcycle team display. (Express Photo)

Repswal said, "It was a matter of great pride that the first batch of the Agniveers who had successfully completed their training with hard work, dedication, enthusiasm and passion... beyond doubt the moment would be recorded in the golden page of the history of the Armed Forces." (Express Photo)

He also expressed his admiration for the parents of the Agniveers, acknowledging their contribution to the country. (Express Photo)

The Tornadoes displayed their skills of daredevilry and coordination leaving the audience in awe of their performance. (Express Photo)

This was followed by a Taekwondo display showing the skills and power of self-discipline and arduous close combat training. (Express Photo)

The final event was marked by a scintillating Physical Training display, where the recruits swept across the ground in the air, leaping through the ring of fire displaying their physical, athletic abilities and mental robustness, a cynosure of the Indian Army. (Express Photo)

The Agnipath scheme was declared by the Government of India on June 14, 2022. (Express Photo)

This new system is only for personnel below officer ranks (those who do not join the forces as commissioned officers). (Express Photo)

Under the Agnipath scheme, aspirants between the ages of 17.5 years and 21 years are eligible to apply. The recruitment standards will remain the same, and recruitment will be done twice a year through rallies. (Express Photo)

Now that the aspirants have undergone their six months training and become Agniveers, they will be deployed for three years. (Express Photo)