Man who ensures cadets’ drill is perfect

Dehradun | Saturday | 8th December, 2018

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It is very satisfying to see all the cadets completing their course and becoming officers,” said the chief drill instructor.Before joining the IMA, he was a part of the Rajput Regiment. I am tough with them during all the drills in order to make them tough as individuals and officers." Since joining the academy, he has trained over 3000 cadets.Speaking about the experience, he told TOI, “Since a majority of them come from civilian backgrounds, bringing about strict discipline is a focal point throughout the training. Dehradun: The Passing out Parade (PoP) in the IMA is always a proud and an emotional moment for Subedar Major Sultan Singh Shekhawat since as the chief drill instructor, he trains all the cadets and when they leave, he salutes them because they have become officers.Speaking with TOI, Shekhawat admitted that the relationship between drill instructors and cadets is very important for the entire training in the academy since it plays a key role in shaping their character, thinking and leadership qualities.“I feel proud to serve my country by instilling discipline and toughness in the cadets..