A familiar figure in the National Defence Academy’s ceremonial life is set to take part in its Passing Out Parade for the last time. Reliant Robin, the Academy’s Adjutant’s Charger, has accompanied the Adjutant at 12 such parades at Khadakwasla.
During a recent visit to the National Defence Academy, Air Marshal Tejinder Singh, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee (CISC), commended the stallion for his service and contribution to the Academy’s military ceremonies.
A final parade on November 29
Reliant Robin’s final ceremonial appearance is scheduled for the Passing Out Parade on November 29, 2026. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will review the parade.
The Adjutant’s Charger is part of the mounted Adjutant’s distinctive presence at the parade. The ceremony is among the Academy’s longstanding traditions and marks a significant milestone for cadets completing their training.
Across Reliant Robin’s 12 parades, he has been present as batches of cadets completed their training and moved towards commissioning into the Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force. His final appearance will bring his association with the Academy’s ceremonial proceedings to a close.
