Col-Sarvatra-Sappers

[President of India @rashtrapatibhvn]

President Droupadi Murmu confers Dronacharya Award, 2025 on Shri Chhote Lal Yadav in recognition of his outstanding achievements in Boxing.
Shri Chhote Lal Yadav has trained many distinguished athletes, including M. C. Mary Kom, Jaismine and Sakshi.

[Col-Sarvatra-Sappers @SarvatraSappers]

> Congratulations to Sub Arvind Singh Solanki, Corps of Engineers, on being conferred the Arjuna Award 2026 in Rowing (Light Weight Single & Double Sculls) by Hon'ble President Droupadi Murmu on 13 Nov 2026.

> Doing the Corps of Engineers and the Nation proud! 🇮🇳
> #ArjunaAward #IndianArmy #CorpsOfEngineers

[Col-Sarvatra-Sappers @SarvatraSappers]

Vacancy Alert ��

> IIM Jammu invites online applications for Faculty & Non-Faculty positions:

> Faculty: Professors / Associate Professors, Professors of Practice / Associate Professors of Practice, Senior Consultants for Centres of Excellence & Academics

> Non-Faculty: Chief Administrative Officer

> Apply by: 10.12.2026
> Details: https://t.co/NhK1ScO9O6

> #IIMJammu #FacultyJobs #Jobs #Hiring

[Col-Sarvatra-Sappers @SarvatraSappers]

Biten Singh of the Sappers won IRONMAN 70.3 Goa 2026 in 4:24:29, beating the old course record by 1 min 18 sec. He swam 1.9 km, cycled 90 km and ran 21.1 km, finishing 22 minutes ahead of 2nd place.
He trained for it while posted in Tawang. From the battlefield to the sporting arena, the Sapper spirit knows no limits. 🇮🇳

[Col-Sarvatra-Sappers @SarvatraSappers]

Congratulations to Col Vijay Singh, A Sapper officer for his selection as an Edward S. Mason Fellow at Harvard Kennedy School! A proud moment for the Corps of Engineers and a testament to his excellence and resilience. 🇮🇳

#IndianArmy #CorpsOfEngineers #Sappers

[Colonel of The Bombay Sappers @BombaySapperCol]

The Bombay Sappers Annual Lunch, held on 31 October at the Engineers’ Mess, brought together members of the Bombay Sappers, Maratha Light Infantry and Sikh Light Infantry, including senior veterans, strengthening the bonds forged through a shared history of service, sacrifice and comradeship.

The association between these proud military units runs deep, shaped by years of common campaigns, traditions and mutual respect. The gathering offered an opportunity to renew old friendships, revisit cherished memories and celebrate a legacy that continues to connect serving personnel and veterans.

The occasion was graced by Lt Gen S N Sharma (Tindi Sharma), legendary paratrooper and former Engineer-in-Chief, and Gen M M Naravane, former Chief of the Army Staff

Bound by history. United by service. Connected across generations.

#TheBombaySappers #RegimentalLegacy #Camaraderie

[VajraCorps-IndianArmy @VajraCorps_IA]

⚔️ 𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐚. 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞.

#VajraSappers honed their combat engineering prowess during an intensive month long 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐭 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩, sharpening critical skills in obstacle crossing, battlefield mobility and combat engineering support.

The training reinforced the vital role of Sappers in enabling swift, decisive operations across the battlefield.

𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬. 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝𝐬.

बधाएँ ध्वस्त। विजय का मार्ग प्रशस्त।
ਰੁਕਾਵਟਾਂ ਪਾਰ। ਜਿੱਤ ਦਾ ਰਾਹ ਤਿਆਰ।

#IndianArmy #WesternCommand #VajraCorps #VajraSappers #CombatEngineers #GoldenArrowDivision

[Jai Samota @jai_samota]

Brigadier Sukhdev Raj Bagga turns 96. He was the officer commanding 9 Field Company (Madras Sappers) during the 1962 War. The unit was responsible for the maintenance of Chushul Airfield, making defences & construction of tracks to Chushul AF from Lukung, Man, Darbuk & Tangtse.

[Colonel of The Bombay Sappers @BombaySapperCol]

The Bombay Sappers Agniveer Sailing Team delivered a strong performance at the CESC Regatta Pawna Championship 2026, held at Pawna Lake, Lonavala, from 21–27 October.

With nine teams competing across 36 races, Bombay Sappers Team sailed to the top of the podium—a tremendous show of skill, teamwork and composure on the water.

Both teams reflect the Bombay Sappers’ commitment to developing young talent through sport and giving Agniveers the platform to test themselves against strong competition.

#TheBombaySappers
#CorpsOfEngineers #IndianArmy #Sailing #CESCRegatta #SportsExcellence

[INS India @INS_India_IN]

| Honouring Valour at Sea 🇮🇳 |

Vice Adm Ajay Kochhar, PVSM, AVSM, NM, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, inaugurated a newly constructed residential building comprising 40 Dwelling Units at Chanakya Bagh, New Delhi, on 23 Oct 26.

The building has been named ‘Ravindra’, in memory of Ravindra Nath Sharma, Petty Officer (Telegraphist),VrC who was awarded the Vir Chakra for gallantry and devotion to duty during Operation Trident, 1971 Indo-Pak War.

The 10-storey building features modern residential units, which will enhance the quality of life and accommodation facilities for sailors and their families at Delhi Naval Station.

#IndianNavy
#QualityLiving

[Jai Samota @jai_samota]

30 July 1960, Indian Army troops reached Karakoram La (18605 ft) during the Karakoram Expedition. Major Shardul Singh Randhawa, MVC, AVSM, SM of 14 J&K Militia, 2/Lt DSR Sahni of Engineers and 2/Lt Gustad Kotwal of 1/8 Gorkha Rifles (L to R 4,5,6) can be seen in this picture.

[Physics In History @PhysInHistory]

Maria Skłodowska-Curie’s experimental notebooks from the late 19th century are still too radioactive to be handled without protection. They will continue to be until at least 3511.

[Ashwin Baindur @ashwin_baindur]

Today, 18th October is the 96th birthday of late Lt Gen NSI Narahari, PVSM, a highly respected paratrooper general from the #BombaySappers, who led 4 Corps during Operation Falcon (1986–87) to contain Chinese transgression in the Sumdorong Chu Valley, Arunachal Pradesh.

[Colonel of The Bombay Sappers @BombaySapperCol]

Hav Jamal Sakib of Bombay Sappers clinched Silver as part of Army Red at the Inter-Services Squash Championships 2026, held at MEG Centre, Bengaluru, from 14–18 Oct 2026.

Adding to the Bombay Sappers’ presence, Nk Sandeep Singh represented Army Green.

The championship showcased their contribution to competitive sport at the Inter-Services level.

On the court, as in service, the drive is to compete hard and deliver.

#TheBombaySappers #IndianArmy #Squash #InterServices #SportsExcellence

[Colonel of The Bombay Sappers @BombaySapperCol]

Athletes of the Corps of Engineers made a significant contribution to India’s campaign at the Asian Games 2026, securing six medals across disciplines and contributing to the nation’s fourth-place finish in the overall medal tally.

Behind every podium finish lay years of disciplined preparation, perseverance and sacrifice.

These achievements inspire the Corps to build on this momentum, nurture sporting talent and continue striving for excellence—on the field and beyond.

Every medal honours the effort behind it and strengthens the resolve to keep the Tricolour flying high. 🇮🇳

#CorpsOfEngineers #IndianArmy #AsianGames2026 #TeamIndia #SportsExcellence

[Delhi Metro Rail Corporation @OfficialDMRC]

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and Military Engineer Services (MES), Ministry of Defence, today signed an MoU for cooperation in the planning, design, execution and capacity building of strategic underground infrastructure for the Armed Forces.

The MoU was signed by Maj Gen Manoj Oommen, SM, Director General Works, MES and Dr. Pramit Kumar Garg, Director (Business Development), DMRC in the presence of Dr. Vikas Kumar, Managing Director, DMRC and Lt Gen Vikas Rohella, AVSM, SM** Engineer-in-Chief along with other senior officials.

The partnership brings together MES's strategic defence expertise and DMRC's world-class capabilities in tunnelling, underground engineering and project execution to support critical national infrastructure.

@adgpi