56th Armoured Regiment (India)
Indian Army regiment
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56 Armoured Regiment is an armoured regiment of the Indian Army Armoured Corps.
| 56 Armoured Regiment | |
|---|---|
| Active | 2011 – present |
| Country |  India |
| Allegiance | India |
| Branch |  Indian Army |
| Type | Armoured Corps |
| Size | Regiment |
| Nickname | Lionhearts |
| Commanders | |
| Colonel of the Regiment | Lieutenant General PP Singh[1] |
| Insignia | |
| Abbreviation | 56 Armd Regt |
Formation
The regiment, nicknamed the 'Lionhearts', is one of the youngest armoured regiments and was raised on 1 October 2011.[2] Lieutenant General Ajai Singh is the current Colonel of the Regiment.[3]
Gallantry awards
The regiment has won the following gallantry awards:
- COAS Commendation Cards – 1[4]
