The 7th NAP Bhandari observed its 39th Raising Day at the Battalion head quarter, Bhandari, Wokha on 1st April 2025.
Speaking at the celebratory programme, Commandant 7th NAP Bn, Aotula T. Imchen, IPS, who was also accorded a ceremonial guard of honour, stated that 39 years is a long passage of time for the battalion and encouraged all rank and file to continue to inspire, to serve with dignity and discipline and to lead with maturity for others to follow as good example.
During the raising day celebration, proficiency in arms handling was demonstrated by Lance Naik Wobenthung Kikon and constable Longshithung Yanthan.
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Sports day was also conducted on 29th and 31st March, 2025 in which all companies of the battalion participated.
In volleyball the D.Coy emerged champions over the administrative Coy whereas in Carrom the B.Coy defeated C.Coy in the final games.
In the Tug-of-war, D.Coy defeated Administration Coy and in drill competion A.Coy and E.Coy emerged as first and second winners.
In the closing ceremony, Sunep Lemtur and Havildar, Etongbemo Kithan entertained the crowd with song presentations.
The celebratory programme of the day was chaired by Assistant Commandant, 7th NAP Bhandari, Ngimchule Nampeung, NPS.