Leh, June 5 -- To mark the entry of 194 well-trained Agniveer recruits into the Ladakh Scouts Regiment, a fascinating passing out parade was held at the Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre on Thursday, the Army said in a statement.

The ceremony was conducted in consonance with the highest traditions of the Indian Army and was reviewed by Major General Gurpal Singh, YSM, SM, General Officer Commanding (GOC) Uniform Force, as the Chief Guest and was attended by a spectrum of military, civil dignitaries and parents of Agniveers.

"The young Agniveers, hailing from all regions of Ladakh, participated in the parade and are now ready to serve for the supreme cause of the Nation," read a statement from the Army.

The reviewing Officer congratulated...