White Knight Corps celebrates 45th raising day in Jammu

16 Corps of Indian Army, popularly known as White Knight Corps, today celebrated its 45th Raising Day.
On the occasion, Lt General R R Nimbhorkar, General Officer Commanding, 16 Corps complimented all ranks on their contribution in combating militancy and assisting the civil administration in restoring normalcy in the region.
A solemn wreath laying ceremony was conducted with full military honours.
The army commander later on interacted with the troops of Nagrota Garrison.
A special Sainik Sammelan and Barakhana was also organised for the troops and their families of Nagrota Military Station.
A number of events were also organised on the occasion.

The 16 Corps was raised on June 1, 1972 on the banks of Tawi River at Nagrota.