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Defence
ITBP Jawan Neerja Returns Home Draped in National Flag, Receives Guard of Honor in Bhopal
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 07:15 PM
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ITBP soldier Neeraj, a native of Shivpuri, arrived in Bhopal wrapped in the Indian tricolor and was saluted with a guard of honor before departing for his hometown.
ITBP constable Neeraj, who hails from Shivpuri in Madhya Pradesh, was welcomed at Bhopal with the national flag draped over his shoulders. The ceremony took place as the soldier prepared to return to his family after a period of service. Officials and senior officers assembled to present a guard of honor, a traditional salute reserved for personnel returning from duty.
The flag‑clad arrival drew cheers from onlookers, reflecting the deep respect for armed‑forces personnel in the region. After the formal salute, Neeraj was escorted to the departure point where he bid farewell to colleagues and senior officers.
The event underscores the continued practice of honoring servicemen and women as they transition back to civilian life, reinforcing the bond between the defence forces and the public in Madhya Pradesh.
The flag‑clad arrival drew cheers from onlookers, reflecting the deep respect for armed‑forces personnel in the region. After the formal salute, Neeraj was escorted to the departure point where he bid farewell to colleagues and senior officers.
The event underscores the continued practice of honoring servicemen and women as they transition back to civilian life, reinforcing the bond between the defence forces and the public in Madhya Pradesh.