56 Armoured Regiment | |
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Active | 2011 – present |
Country | India |
Allegiance | India |
Branch | Indian Army |
Type | Armoured Corps |
Size | Regiment |
Nickname(s) | Lionhearts |
Commanders | |
Colonel of the Regiment | Lieutenant General Ajai Singh |
Insignia | |
Abbreviation | 56 Armd Regt |
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The regiment has won the following gallantry awards:
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