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Congress Leader Sachin Pilot Marks 49th Birthday by Honouring Territorial Army Service with 124 Sikh Regiment
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 07 Sep 2026, 03:47 PM
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On his 49th birthday, Rajasthan Congress chief Sachin Pilot reflected on his 2012 induction into the Territorial Army and expressed pride in his association with the 124 Sikh Regiment.
Jaipur – On 7 September, Congress leader Sachin Pilot celebrated his 49th birthday. The Rajasthan political figure, who currently heads the state Congress unit, used the occasion to look back at his military stint.
Pilot recalled that he was commissioned into the Territorial Army in 2012 while serving as a Union Minister. He highlighted the honour of balancing a political career with the responsibilities of a part‑time soldier.
He specifically mentioned his attachment to the 124 Sikh Regiment, stating that serving alongside the regiment’s personnel remains a source of personal pride. The regiment, known for its distinguished record, symbolises the discipline he values.
The leader’s remarks underscored the blend of public service and defence commitment, a narrative he hopes will inspire youth to consider both civic and national duties.
Pilot recalled that he was commissioned into the Territorial Army in 2012 while serving as a Union Minister. He highlighted the honour of balancing a political career with the responsibilities of a part‑time soldier.
He specifically mentioned his attachment to the 124 Sikh Regiment, stating that serving alongside the regiment’s personnel remains a source of personal pride. The regiment, known for its distinguished record, symbolises the discipline he values.
The leader’s remarks underscored the blend of public service and defence commitment, a narrative he hopes will inspire youth to consider both civic and national duties.