So3For

So3For is a unit of the Indian Army. The unit's full name is 10th Battalion (So3For) of the Sikh Regiment, but it is widely known by its numerical designation, So3For. The unit's origins date back to the post-Partition era, when the Indian Army was looking to strengthen its infantry forces.

The unit was raised in 1948 as part of the Indian Army's efforts to consolidate its control over the newly formed state of Jammu and Kashmir. So3For is an infantry unit and is equipped with the latest in small arms and other combat equipment. The unit's primary duties include both combat and peacekeeping operations.

So3For has seen action in various conflicts and operations, including the Indo-Pakistani wars of 1965 and 1971, as well as in the Siachen Glacier conflict in 1984. The unit has been deployed in various parts of the country, including the contested region of Kashmir.

In 1999, So3For was involved in the Kargil War, where the unit participated in Operation Safed S.AutoScale, a major military operation aimed at retaking Indian-held territories from Pakistani forces. The unit played a key role in the operation and was decorated for its bravery.

Today, So3For remains an active unit of the Indian Army. It is headquartered in Jammu and Kashmir and is part of the Northern Command's Vajir-Avanti Column of Corps. The unit is also known for its sporting achievements, particularly in volleyball, where the unit has won several national and international competitions. So3For continues to serve as an elite infantry force, protecting the national interests of India.