Key Highlights
- 199th annual Gunners Day observed on 28 September 2025, marking the earliest artillery unit in India.
- Commemoration showcases continuous service of 5 (Bombay) Mountain Battery since 1827.
- State‑level wreath‑laying ceremony at National War Memorial with Lt Gen Adosh Kumar as chief dignitary.
- Modernisation drive framed within Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, emphasizing indigenously produced artillery systems.
Detailed Insights
The 5 (Bombay) Mountain Battery, raised during the British Raj, has maintained an unbroken operational record for nearly two centuries. Its presence on the battlefield, in peacetime duties, and humanitarian relief missions underscores the Regiment of Artillery’s pivotal role in national security.
In 2025, the Indian Army arranged a solemn wreath‑laying ceremony at the National War Memorial in New Delhi. Lt Gen Adosh Kumar, Director General Artillery, led the tribute, underscoring the legacy of bravery, discipline, and sacrifice that defines artillerymen across generations.
The ceremony served as a reminder of the long‑standing tradition of the Regiment while also highlighting contemporary ambitions: upgrading technology, enhancing operational readiness, and embracing indigenous production under the Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self‑Reliant India) policy.
Key Concepts
- Gunners Day – An annual military observance on 28 September to honour the Army’s oldest artillery formation and its contributions to defence and peacekeeping.
- 5 (Bombay) Mountain Battery – Established in 1827, it is the oldest artillery unit still serving in the Indian Army, known for its versatility in mountainous terrains.
- Atmanirbhar Bharat Initiative – A government programme aimed at making India’s defence sector self‑reliant through domestic research, development, and production of military equipment.