Srinagar, September 20,2026– A ceremonial Passing-Out Parade marking the successful completion of training for 132 Constable Tradesman trainees of the Border Security Force (BSF) was held at the Subsidiary Training Centre (STC) Kashmir, located at Humhama on the outskirts of Srinagar. The event marked a significant milestone in the professional journey of these newly trained personnel, who will now be inducted into active service across various BSF formations.
The parade ground came alive with disciplined drill formations, synchronized marching, and displays of coordination that reflected months of rigorous training undergone by the trainees. Family members, senior BSF officials, and invited dignitaries gathered to witness the ceremony, which is traditionally regarded as a proud and emotional occasion for both the recruits and their families.
The Chief Guest for the occasion inspected the parade and reviewed the trainees’ performance, commending them for their discipline, self-confidence, and the skill on display throughout the event. In his address, the Chief Guest praised the trainees for choosing a career in the BSF and urged them to serve the nation with dedication, courage, and unwavering commitment to duty.
He also acknowledged the efforts of the Commandant of STC BSF Kashmir and the entire instructional staff, crediting them for successfully molding the trainees into disciplined and professionally competent personnel ready to take on responsibilities in some of the country’s most challenging terrains, including border areas.
Throughout their training period, the Constable Tradesman trainees underwent an intensive curriculum designed to build both technical and physical competence. This included instruction in weapons handling, firing skills, field engineering, law and order management, border security protocols, and physical fitness training. The training regimen is structured to ensure that recruits are equipped not only with combat readiness but also with the specialized trade skills required for their designated roles within the force.
Officials noted that the rigorous nature of the training — spanning several weeks of continuous instruction — is intended to prepare the trainees for the diverse and often demanding conditions they may encounter during deployment, whether along international borders or in internal security operations. Special emphasis was placed on building mental resilience alongside physical stamina, ensuring that the trainees are prepared to serve effectively during both peacetime and periods of heightened security challenges.
As part of the ceremony, medals and trophies were awarded to trainees who demonstrated exceptional performance across various indoor and outdoor training activities. Recognition was given to those who excelled in categories such as best overall performance, best in drill, and best in firing, among others, highlighting the individual achievements within the larger batch of trainees.
The Passing-Out Parade also served as a moment of reflection on the broader mission of the BSF, which has historically played a critical role in safeguarding India’s borders and maintaining internal security. Officials reiterated that the induction of new, well-trained personnel strengthens the force’s operational capacity and reinforces its commitment to national security.
Family members of the trainees, many of whom traveled from different parts of the country, expressed pride in witnessing their loved ones complete this important phase of their careers. The ceremony concluded with well-wishes extended to the newly trained Constable Tradesmen as they prepare to embark on their professional journeys within the Border Security Force.
With this batch now formally inducted, STC Kashmir continues its long-standing tradition of producing disciplined and capable personnel who go on to serve in various critical roles across the country, upholding the values of duty, courage, and service that define the Border Security Force.
