Chennai, Jun 6 (UNI) A total of 1,634 Agniveervayus passed out of

Airmen Training School (ATS), Belagavi in Karnataka, on Friday.

A defence release here said a Passing Out Parade (POP) of the

fifth batch of Agniveervayu Trainees (AGVT) was held at the ATS

today marking the successful culmination of 22 weeks of rigorous

and transformative ab-initio training by 1,634 Agniveervayus Men

and Women.

The Reviewing Officer for the ceremonial event, Air Vice Marshal

PCP Anand, Senior Officer-in-Charge-Administration, HQTC IAF,

lauded the impeccable drill and the spirited performance by the

Agniveervayus.

The Air Vice Marshal congratulated the successful trainees and

felicitated the award winners with trophies for their outstanding

performance in different categories.

AGVT Shweta was adjudged as 'Best in Academics', AGVT Krish

Pargai as 'Best in GST', AGVT Ashish Kumar as 'Best Marksman

and AGVT Praveen Kumar adjudged as 'Best all-rounder'.

The Reviewing Officer urged the Agniveervayu trainees to remain

vigilant, adaptable and committed to their duties, in view of the

ever-evolving nature of global security challenges.

He further emphasized the importance of adaptability, by encouraging

the young warriors to continuously learn, embrace new challenges,

and remain mission-ready in ever evolving global security environment.

He exhorted them to uphold the highest standards of conduct and

integrity, both within and outside the service.

The event was a moment of pride and emotion for the families of

the Agniveervayus, who were present in large numbers to witness

the ceremony.

The Reviewing Officer expressed his appreciation to the parents

for their unwavering support and acknowledged their vital support

in shaping the next generation of Aerospace Defenders.

He concluded by commending the Air Officer Commanding and

all personnel of Airmen Training School for their outstanding effort

in nurturing and transforming the youth into proficient and resilient

Agniveervayus, ready to serve the nation with honour, courage and

commitment.

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