LIKABALI, May 3: To honour India’s recent ‘show of military might’ which completes a year four days from now, Spearhead Division of Spear Corps celebrated the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor at Likabali, bringing together the Army officers/jawans, local students and community leaders to honour the operation’s accomplishments and reinforce civil-military partnership in the region.
The event featured an operational briefing, a static display of weapons and equipment and a painting competition for students from Likabali and the Silapather region. All were designed to highlight the Army’s role in ensuring national security while fostering local unity.
The ceremony opened with an operational briefing that summarized the objectives and achievements of Operation Sindoor over the past year. The static display allowed attendees to view equipment and learn about the capabilities and responsibilities of the Indian Army, offering transparency and strengthening public trust.
The painting competition, centered on the theme of “Operation Sindoor,” engaged young people from the surrounding communities and encouraged creative expression about service, sacrifice and national pride.
The event emphasized civil-military synergy, with Army personnel interacting directly with students and residents to build rapport, answer questions and showcase the non-combat roles, the force plays in support of local welfare and stability.
Organizers noted that community outreach initiatives like the painting competition help cultivate a sense of belonging and mutual respect between armed forces and civilians, particularly among younger generations.
Local educators praised the initiative for providing students with a constructive outlet to learn about national service and express their perspectives through art. The Spearhead Division reiterated plans to continue similar outreach programs that combine education, awareness and community engagement in the months ahead. (DIPRO)