Indian Army on Saturday said that they successfully conducted Territorial Army (TA) recruitment drive, across the Kashmir valley (Kupwara, Baramulla & JAK LI Regt Centre), from 08 to 27 November 2024. Event witnessed unprecedented participation that provided the opportunity & engagement to the aspiring candidates across the region, who dream of serving the Nation.
In a handout , the army said that this is the first time post COVID -19 Pandemic, when a TA recruitment rally at such a large scale has been conducted. High point of the rally was the enthusiasm amongst the youth to join the TA & be the harbinger of peace & development in the region, shumming the false propaganda of terror. The rally also witnessed episodes of humanity, brotherhood, community service and zeal from the relatives of the aspirants, motivating them and running alongside at the rally ground. The key facets of this event were record participation, fair selection process, safety of aspirants & community involvement.
A senior Army Official said, “We are immensely proud of the remarkable turnout and the exceptional talent displayed by our candidates. This recruitment drive has been a testament to the dedication and passion of our youth towards Nation Building. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to the success of this event.” Those who have qualified the physical tests in this recruitment rally will be put through other tests including medical, written and an aptitude test after which the final merit will be decided. The massive and overwhelming response in the rally indicates the positive winds of change and transition of ideology towards Nation Building.
The collective efforts of the Armed Forces, civil administration and supporting agencies made the event a huge success. The event offered employment opportunity to the deserving youth and also created a sense of belongingness and inspiring the youth to join the noble profession to ensure peace, stability and development in Kashmir Valley, reads the statement.
