History and heritage have an important place in our Army. On the occasion of 8th Reunion Celebrations, this is an endeavour to document exciting events and periods of Regimental History. This special issue of ‘SALUTE’ magazine covers the birth, growth and shared heritage of Mechanised Infantry and our Regimental Centre. The remembrances in the events described will help us build on the sentiments and dreams of our founding father General K Sundarji, PVSM.History and heritage have an important place in our Army. On the occasion of 8th Reunion Celebrations, this is an endeavour to document exciting events and periods of Regimental History. This special issue of ‘SALUTE’ magazine covers the birth, growth and shared heritage of Mechanised Infantry and our Regimental Centre. The remembrances in the events described will help us build on the sentiments and dreams of our founding father General K Sundarji, PVSM.
This special issue of ‘SALUTE’ also commemorates and remembers the service and sacrifice of all those who have served the Mechanised Infantry and done us proud. Remembrance of our shared past is relevant to those in service today and to our veterans as well. Our future generations will benefit from understanding the growth of the Regiment and recognising the sacrifices of the past generations of the Regiment. This effort by the editorial team contributes immensely to the institutional memory of the Regiment, a priceless resource; and is aimed to Educate, Inspire and Preserve.
It has been an honour to be a part of this proud Regiment all through my career. Wishing the Mechanised Infantry Regiment fraternity, both past and present, the very best in all your endeavours.
HQ Southern Command 
Pune
04 November 2017
