Before Independence Day just visit this exhibition to know your Army

JAIPUR: Two days prior to Independence Day, the Sapta Shakti command of Indian Army started two-day ‘Know your Army’ exhibition showcasing equipment display at the SMS Investment Ground in the city. The Army’s weapons and equipment display attracted thousands of people on Sunday to various guns and canons including 155 mm Bofors gun. From a 60-year-old man to a kid, everyone was curious to know about the functioning of equipment while army men were kind enough to tell everything candidly.
It was not only a way to look into the latest arms and ammunition but was also a chance to interact with the Army. Many army personnel were happy to share their stories on various operations, some even took views of kids and children on what they think about the Army. “Army ke log humari raksha kartey hain (Army people safeguard us),” said Rakshit a 10-year-old boy who had come along with his grandfather to see the exhibition.
“Ongoing Army Mela has some good weapons and equipment, some of which were used in recent floods to rescue people. It also has a designated selfie spot with military weapons and the pictures in the backdrop,” said defence spokesperson Lt Col Manish Ojha.
Throughout the day large number of people were seen engaged in looking at various military machines and also interacted with the Army men. “We have also got a display of history and making of every weapon and machine. Army people are also helping. It is a nice initiative which I believe would certainly spread awareness in educating people, especially the children and youth regarding the ethos and war fighting potential of Indian Army,” said DK Sharma, a school teacher who was with his family at the exhibition.
Many people did not miss to take a selfie with the Army jawans and officers along with the tanks and guns.
An Army man sitting near the Bofors gun when asked how he felt while he interacted with many civilians, said, “It feels good when people come and show their respect for us and the Indian Army,” he said.
In the evening the display of Army band was another treat for Jaipurites. The band played various tunes which enchanted the audiences at Albert Hall.