107th SHARQAT DAY COMMEMORATION AT THE
MARATHA LIRC
Bengaluru,30 Oct 2025
The MARATHA Light Infantry Regimental Centre, Belagavi, solemnly observed the 107th Sharqat Day on 29 October 2025 with pride and reverence, honouring the valiant soldiers of the 114 Marhattas who displayed exemplary courage during the Mesopotamian Campaign of 1918, earning the distinguished Battle Honour “Sharqat.”
A wreath-laying ceremony was held at the Sharqat War Memorial, where Brig Joydip Mukherjee, Commandant, The MARATHA LIRC, along with veterans, officers, JCOs and ORs, paid homage to the gallant martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. The solemn tribute reflected the Regiment’s deep-rooted ethos of valour, honour, and service to the nation.
Subsequently, the Commandant addressed all ranks during a Special Sainik Sammelan, commending their steadfast devotion to duty and professional excellence.
The commemoration concluded with a Barakhana attended by all ranks and their families, celebrating the enduring camaraderie and brotherhood of the Regiment. The evening showcased vibrant cultural performances depicting the glorious heritage of the Marathas and the diverse traditions of troops from Maharashtra, Karnataka, and other regions, symbolising the unity, pride, and indomitable spirit of The MARATHA LIRC.
