Draft:1890 Rocket Regiment (India)

1890 Rocket Regiment is part of the Regiment of Artillery of the Indian Army.

Formation
The regiment which was initially a Light Regiment, is presently a Rocket Regiment equipped with Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launchers. The unit took part in the initial trials of the Pinaka weapon system.

Gallantry awards
The regiment has won the following gallantry awards–


 * VCOAS Commendation Cards - Gunner Bijender Singh

Achievements

 * The regiment had the honour to participate in the Republic Day Parade with the Pinaka Multi Launcher Rocket System in 2011, 2015 and 2024.

Motto
The motto of the regiment is विजयी भव (Vijayi Bhava), which translates to May you always win.

Notable officers

 * Brigadier AJS Behl - commanded the unit and and retired in April 1995 as the Deputy Director General of National Cadet Corps, Jammu and Kashmir.