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Colonel of The Bombay Sappers

@bombaysappercol

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With deep sorrow, we bid farewell to Maj Gen VV Bhide, AVSM, a towering Bombay Sapper who commissioned in 1942, led the historic 18 Fd Coy, and served with distinction in the 1965 & 1971 wars. Awarded the AVSM for gallant leadership in 1971, he lived 102 years of service, courage

With deep sorrow, we bid farewell to Maj Gen VV Bhide, AVSM, a towering Bombay Sapper who commissioned in 1942, led the historic 18 Fd Coy, and served with distinction in the 1965 & 1971 wars. Awarded the AVSM for gallant leadership in 1971, he lived 102 years of service, courage
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🚩 Triveni, the proud Tri-Services circumnavigation expedition, crosses Sri Lanka, charting course across the vast seas towards Australia. A journey of courage, seamanship, and unity begins. Wishing the crew happy sailing, fair winds, and following seas as they carry the spirit

🚩 Triveni, the proud Tri-Services circumnavigation expedition, crosses Sri Lanka, charting course across the vast seas towards Australia. A journey of courage, seamanship, and unity begins. Wishing the crew happy sailing, fair winds, and following seas as they carry the spirit
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On this Bombay Sappers Get Together Day on 28 Sep, (At Delhi) Sikh LI ties will also be part of our memorabilia. Sikh LI & Bombay Sappers — Two Regiments, One Brotherhood. Celebrating our shared legacy, and everlasting camaraderie. #TheBombaySappers #SikhLightInfantry

On this Bombay Sappers Get Together Day on 28 Sep, (At Delhi) Sikh LI ties will also be part of our memorabilia. Sikh LI & Bombay Sappers — Two Regiments, One Brotherhood. Celebrating our shared legacy, and everlasting camaraderie.

#TheBombaySappers
#SikhLightInfantry
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Join us at Manekshaw Centre on Sun, 28 Sep, for a memorable get-together celebrating our enduring brotherhood, shared legacy & camaraderie with the Sikh Li. A day to relive memories, honour traditions, and strengthen the bonds that unite our regiments across generations. Let’s

Join us at Manekshaw Centre on Sun, 28 Sep, for a memorable get-together celebrating our enduring brotherhood, shared legacy & camaraderie with the Sikh Li. A day to relive memories, honour traditions, and strengthen the bonds that unite our regiments across generations. Let’s
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“Dear Officers and Families, On this special gathering, let us extend our brotherhood beyond words. Many of our comrades live with physical challenges or are in distress. Your support can make a difference. Contributions may be made through the QR code at the entrance or later

“Dear Officers and Families,
On this special gathering, let us extend our brotherhood beyond words. Many of our comrades live with physical challenges or are in distress. Your support can make a difference. Contributions may be made through the QR code at the entrance or later
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💙 The *Bombay Sappers have launched a special drive through the BSA to support physical casualty families & distressed veterans*. In these testing times, especially after the floods, *let us stand together & contribute generously*. Every hand strengthens our brotherhood.

💙 The *Bombay Sappers have launched a special drive through the BSA to support physical casualty families & distressed veterans*. In these testing times, especially after the floods, *let us stand together & contribute generously*. Every hand strengthens our brotherhood.
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🌊 Historic moment: The Tri-Services all-women Samudra Pradakshina aboard Indian Army Sailing Vessel IASV Triveni has crossed the Equator — a bold stride in India’s sailing legacy. Ten women officers from the Army, Navy & Air Force will sail ~26,000 nm over nine months, round the pic.x.com/PUWc9oQfDC

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🎖️ Saluting a Legend at 102! Lt Gen SN Sharma, PVSM, AVSM (Retd), born 3 Oct 1923, commissioned 1945, is the only officer to serve in all 3 Sapper Groups. He commanded Para Fd Coy & 20 Fd Coy, served under Lt Gen PS Bhagat, VC, was India’s Military Adviser in Australia (1963–67),

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🎖️ Saluting a Legend at 102! Lt Gen SN Sharma, PVSM, AVSM (Retd), born on 3 Oct 1923 & commissioned in 1945, is the only officer to have served in all 3 Sapper Groups. He commanded Para Fd Coy & 20 Fd Coy, served under Lt Gen PS Bhagat, VC, was India’s Military Adviser in

🎖️ Saluting a Legend at 102!
Lt Gen SN Sharma, PVSM, AVSM (Retd), born on 3 Oct 1923 & commissioned in 1945, is the only officer to have served in all 3 Sapper Groups. He commanded Para Fd Coy & 20 Fd Coy, served under Lt Gen PS Bhagat, VC, was India’s Military Adviser in
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Lieutenant General Vikas Rohella has assumed the appointment of Engineer-in-Chief. In a solemn ceremony, he laid a wreath to honour the supreme sacrifice of the #Bravehearts at the National War Memorial, #NewDelhi. He also exhorted all ranks of the Corps of #Engineers to uphold

Lieutenant General Vikas Rohella has assumed the appointment of Engineer-in-Chief. In a solemn ceremony, he laid a wreath to honour the supreme sacrifice of the #Bravehearts at the National War Memorial, #NewDelhi. He also exhorted all ranks of the Corps of #Engineers to uphold
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📘Bombay sappers in Delhi should attend the #BookRelease: The Forgotten Indian Prisoners of World War II by Gautam Hazarika 🗓️ Oct 7, 2025 • 6:00 PM📍 ML Bhartia Auditorium, New Delhi With Maj Gen Ian Cardozo, AVSM, SM & Col Ravi Pillai in attendance. Honouring Lt Markandam

📘Bombay sappers in Delhi should attend the  #BookRelease: The Forgotten Indian Prisoners of World War II by Gautam Hazarika
🗓️ Oct 7, 2025 • 6:00 PM📍 ML Bhartia Auditorium, New Delhi
With Maj Gen Ian Cardozo, AVSM, SM & Col Ravi Pillai in attendance. Honouring Lt Markandam
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Let's support the Bombay Sappers Association (BSA)!Calling all serving & retired officers to stand with the families of Physical Casualty & Distressed Veterans. Every rupee strengthens our brotherhood. 💪Give back to those who stood for us. Donate & spread the word!

Let's support the Bombay Sappers Association (BSA)!Calling all serving & retired officers to stand with the families of Physical Casualty & Distressed Veterans. Every rupee strengthens our brotherhood. 💪Give back to those who stood for us. Donate & spread the word!
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youtube.com/live/P-0qJaw0b… 🎾 Bombay Sappers Update! Col Ashun Bahl enters the Squash Masters Finals today at 1345h, facing Jonas Ulvsback of Sweden, currently World No. 5. A proud moment for the #BombaySappers as he represents grit, discipline & sporting excellence on the world

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#OurVeteransOurPride #WeCare Shri Manoj Sinha, Hon'ble LG Jammu & Kashmir & Lt Gen #ManojKumarKatiyar, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM #ArmyCommander, #WesternCommand attended the #MegaESMRally organised by #TigerDivision in Jammu themed "शौर्य, सम्पर्क और समाधान". Over 3,000 #Veterans &

#OurVeteransOurPride
#WeCare

Shri Manoj Sinha, Hon'ble LG Jammu & Kashmir & Lt Gen #ManojKumarKatiyar, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM #ArmyCommander, #WesternCommand attended the #MegaESMRally organised by #TigerDivision in Jammu themed "शौर्य, सम्पर्क और समाधान".

Over 3,000 #Veterans &
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🙏 Heartfelt gratitude to Mrs Sadhana Rao, Shri Sudhir Rao & Mrs Ranjana Sharma — family of Lt Col K Rajagopalan (Retd) — for their generous ₹1 Lakh contribution to the #BombaySappers Association. Your gesture strengthens our mission to support veterans, Veer Naris & families.

🙏 Heartfelt gratitude to Mrs Sadhana Rao, Shri Sudhir Rao & Mrs Ranjana Sharma — family of Lt Col K Rajagopalan (Retd) — for their generous ₹1 Lakh contribution to the #BombaySappers Association. Your gesture strengthens our mission to support veterans, Veer Naris & families.
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The #BombaySappers Outreach Team is reaching out to our veterans, Veer Naris & families across Punjab — reaffirming our bond of gratitude & care. From Jalandhar to Kapurthala, we’re ensuring every hero family feels supported & remembered. Let’s all contribute to this noble cause

The #BombaySappers Outreach Team is reaching out to our veterans, Veer Naris & families across Punjab — reaffirming our bond of gratitude & care. From Jalandhar to Kapurthala, we’re ensuring every hero family feels supported & remembered. Let’s all contribute to this noble cause
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Heartfelt gratitude 🙏 to all our generous donors who continue to stand by the widows and families of our veterans, and to those who have recently contributed to this noble cause. The Bombay Sappers Association (BSA) seeks your continued support in providing care and assistance

Heartfelt gratitude 🙏 to all our generous donors who continue to stand by the widows and families of our veterans, and to those who have recently contributed to this noble cause.

The Bombay Sappers Association (BSA) seeks your continued support in providing care and assistance
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#Ghar, founded by Bombay Sapper Veteran Col Mickie Oberoi, is more than just a shelter — it’s a home filled with love, laughter, and hope. ❤️ Located in Pune, Ghar welcomes orphaned, abandoned, and vulnerable girls, giving them not only care and protection but also the strength

#Ghar, founded by Bombay Sapper Veteran Col Mickie Oberoi, is more than just a shelter — it’s a home filled with love, laughter, and hope. ❤️

Located in Pune, Ghar welcomes orphaned, abandoned, and vulnerable girls, giving them not only care and protection but also the strength
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On this day in 1914 at Neuve Chapelle, when all officers of 20th & 21st Field Coys fell, Hav Maruti Jadhav led his sappers with extraordinary bravery, assaulting the enemy and turning the tide. Awarded the Médaille Militaire, he later rose as Honorary Captain & Gp Sub Maj

On this day in 1914 at Neuve Chapelle, when all officers of 20th & 21st Field Coys fell, Hav Maruti Jadhav led his sappers with extraordinary bravery, assaulting the enemy and turning the tide.
Awarded the Médaille Militaire, he later rose as Honorary Captain & Gp Sub Maj