BY TC News Desk
Agartala, 1st January 2026 : The Albert Ekka Brigade of the Indian Army celebrated its 56th Raising Day with great pride and solemnity at Agartala Military Station. The occasion commemorated the illustrious history, valour, and unwavering service of the Brigade to the nation.
The celebrations began with a wreath-laying ceremony to honour the brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the country. Officers, Junior Commissioned Officers, Other Ranks, and civil dignitaries paid homage to the fallen heroes whose courage and dedication continue to inspire generations of soldiers.
The brigade has the unique distinction of having two highest gallantry awards in war and peace time and the only Param Vir Chakra of the Indo-Pak War 1971. The Brigade has recently relocated to Agartala Military Station is particularly omnius, as the Brigade was launched into 1971 war ( Op Cactus Lilly) from this very location. Albert Ekka Brigade played a pivotal role in Battle of Gangasagar during the 1971 War in which Lance Naik Albert Ekka of the 14th Guards battalion made the supreme sacrifice while clearing a critical enemy bastion that could have threatened Agartala and was awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his conspicuous bravery
Addressing the troops, Brigadier Dheeraj Singh lauded the Albert Ekka Brigade for its exceptional professionalism, operational excellence, and commitment to duty. He highlighted the Brigade’s significant contributions in safeguarding national security, maintaining peace and stability in the region, and supporting civil authorities during times of need. The Brigadier urged all ranks to uphold the highest traditions of the Indian Army and continue to serve the nation with honour, integrity, and selfless devotion.
The Raising Day celebrations concluded with interactions among officers and troops, reinforcing camaraderie and esprit de corps, while reaffirming the Brigade’s resolve to remain ever prepared to meet future challenges in service of the nation.
