Mumbai: Former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir lauded MS Dhoni's decision to serve the Indian Army saying that the former Indian skipper's move would motivate the youth of the country to join the armed forces.
Gambhir labelled Dhoni's stint with the army as a 'fantastic' move and also hailed Dhoni's dedication towards serving the nation.
“Dhoni’s decision to join the army is a fantastic move. I have said many times that Dhoni needs to spend time with the Indian Army if he really wishes to wear the uniform and now by deciding to really serve the army, he has proved his dedication,” Gambhir told ABP News.
“This move from Dhoni will motivate thousands of youngsters to join the Indian Army,” Gambhir added.
Dhoni will formally join his duty in Kashmir on July 31 and will stay with the army till August 15, the army said in a statement.
“Lieutenant Colonel (Honorary) MS Dhoni is proceeding to 106 Territorial Army Battalion (Para) for being with the Battalion from 31 Jul-15 Aug 2019,” the statement said.
The statement further added that Dhoni will be serving in the Kashmir valley as part of Victor Force. “The unit is in Kashmir as part of Victor Force. He’ll be taking duties of patrolling, guard&post duty and will be staying with troops.”
“As requested by the officer and approved by Army Headquarters; he will be taking on the duties of patrolling, guard and post duty and would be staying with troops,” the statement said.
