Malappuram: The Indian Army is conducting a two-day fair called ‘Know Your Army Mela’ in Malappuram district. The aim is to attract young recruits for the Indian Army and to increase the awareness about the army among young people. The fair will be held on 18 and 19 January at Malappuram Special Police Stadium.
Additionally, the fair will make the youth aware about the opportunities that the Army offers. Gallantry award winners and Veer Naaris of the district will also be felicitated and honoured.
Various adventurous activities of the Army will be showcased by the Special Forces, motorcycle performers, tent pegging riders, paramotor pilots and Kalaripayatu teams. A Pipe Band show has also been organized.
Displays of Infantry weapons, army engineering equipment and talks about procedures to join the force will be conducted.