India activates Territorial Army: What's this part-time force that Dhoni, Anurag Thakur are part of?

Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, the Centre authorised the Indian Army chief to call upon personnel from the Territorial Army for active duty. This second line of defence in the country has been a mainstay for many years, providing the regular military with assistance in times of need. Enrolled in this reserve are some famous Indians, like cricketers MS Dhoni, actor Mohanlal and Indian politician Anurag Thakur

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