Indian Military Training Team celebrated its 61st Raising Day
Thimphu (ANI): The Indian Military Training Team in Bhutan (IMTRAT) on Monday celebrated its 61st raising day in the presence of Bhutan’s Finance Minister Lyonpo Namgye Tshering, the Indian Army said. The Haa Mela festival was held from 20 to 22 October.
For the first time, an archival exhibition showcasing the history of India-Bhutan relations was presented to the general public.
“The Indian Military Training Team in Bhutan (IMTRAT) celebrated 61 years of its establishment by organizing Ha Mela celebrations from 20 to 22 October, 2023.
Hon’ble Finance Minister of the Royal Government of Bhutan, Linpo Namgyel Tshering was the chief guest on the occasion,” the Directorate General of Additional Public Information posted on X.
“Many teams from #India and #Bhutan showcased their skills in front of a mega meeting.
The Chief Guest also inaugurated a popular #IMTRAT collection exhibition, showcasing the history of #IMTRAT and India-Bhutan relations to the general public for the first time,” the post added.
The Indian Military Training Team (IMTRAT), established in 1961–62, is a training mission of the Indian Army in Bhutan. IMTRAT is responsible for the training of Royal Bhutan Army (RBA) and Royal Bhutan Guards (RBG) personnel.
