| 278 Medium Regiment | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1978 – present |
| Country |  India |
| Allegiance | India |
| Branch |  Indian Army |
| Type |  Artillery |
| Size | Regiment |
| Nickname(s) | Mighty Medium |
| Motto(s) | Sarvatra, Izzat-O-Iqbal (Everywhere with Honour and Glory) व्यावसायिकता, पूर्णता और गर्व (Professionalism, Perfection and Pride) |
| Colors | Red & Navy Blue |
| Equipment | 130 mm guns |
| Insignia | |
| Abbreviation | 278 Med Regt |
278 Medium Regiment is part of the Regiment of Artillery of the Indian Army.
The regiment was raised in 1978. The unit was subsequently converted to a field regiment and is now a medium regiment. The regiment consists of 2781, 2782 and 2783 medium batteries.[ citation needed ]
The regiment has used the following guns-
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The regiment has taken part in the following operations–
The regiment has won the following gallantry awards–
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