President Droupadi Murmu presented the diamond jubilee Silver Trumpet and Trumpet Banner to the President’s Bodyguard (PBG) at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan yesterday in recognition of 75 years of glorious service since the designation as the PBG in 1950. She congratulated the PBG for their professional excellence and adherence to the finest military traditions. The President expressed confidence that all the Bodyguards must know that this honour carries with it a significant responsibility.

 

 

‘Viraat’, the Commandant’s Charger, which was retired in 2022, was also present on the occasion. PBG has adopted Viraat after his retirement, which is a unique symbol of the bond between the personnel of PBG and their horses. Prime Minister  Narendra Modi had patted this horse at the Republic Day Parade on 26th of January, 2022.