Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh today formally conferred the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army upon renowned javelin thrower and two-time Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra during a pipping ceremony held in South Block, New Delhi.

During the ceremony, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh interacted with Lt Col (Hony) Neeraj Chopra and his family members, describing him as an epitome of perseverance, patriotism, and the Indian spirit of striving for excellence. He stated, “Lt Col (Hony) Neeraj Chopra embodies the highest ideals of discipline, dedication, and national pride, serving as an inspiration to generations within the sporting fraternity and the Armed Forces alike.” The Chief of the Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, along with other senior officials from the Indian Army

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