40,000 youth register online for Army recruitment rally being held after COVID-19

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Jammu: Army Recruitment Rally for various categories of soldiers is in progress under aegis of Tiger Division at Sunjuwan Military Station here from February 15 to March 6.

The rally is being organized for the youth of all the 10 districts of Jammu division by Army Recruiting Office (ARO) Jammu in close coordination with Shivalik Brigade, Civil Administration of Jammu division and J&K Police in a smooth and transparent manner.

Maj Gen Vijay B Nair, General Officer Commanding, Tiger Division reviewed the conduct of recruitment rally on February 20. The GOC was briefed by Brigadier AP Singh, Commander Shivalik Brigade and Director Recruiting, Jammu about various arrangements including various security, anti-touting and Covid-19 related measures.

This is the first Army recruitment rally in this region after prolonged lockdown and COVID-19 restrictions. An overwhelming response from the exuberant youth has been recorded and approximately 40,000 candidates have registered online. The rally is witnessing immense participation from the well prepared local youth of all ten districts of Jammu Division towards joining Indian Army. COVID-19 protocol is being followed during the rally by all participants and recruiting staff.