Early Times Report
Udhampur, Dec 14: The Remount Veterinary Corps, one of the oldest services of the Indian Army, celebrates its 237th corps day at HQ Northern Command here today.
According to press release, RVC is the premier agency engaged in breeding, rearing and training of Army Dogs. In Northern Command, these dogs are deployed for Guarding, Tracking, Mine Detection, Explosive Detection, Search and Rescue and Avalanche Rescue and Infantry patrolling duties.
The sterling performance of these "Silent Warrior (Army Dogs)" under the challenging conditions has transformed them as force multiplier and carved a niche for the RVC and Indian Army.
To recognize the excellent work done by Army Dogs and their handlers in The Army's Northern Command, 8 units have already been awarded with unit citation by Army Chief, Army Commander and the Governor.
Lt Gen DS Hooda, GOC-in-C (Army Commander) Northern Command complimented all ranks of Remount Veterinary Corps for their dedication, high degree of professionalism and excellence in performing their duties in difficult and inhospitable terrain conditions in the Northern Command. |
