SFC 6 Infantry Battalion Conducts 20-Kilometre Route March To Enhance Combat Readiness

The Special Forces Command (SFC) 6 Infantry Battalion under the 1 Special Forces Group (1SFG) conducted a 20-kilometre route march across the areas of Bendegere, Nkumba, and Kasenyi as part of efforts to strengthen physical fitness, endurance, and operational readiness among its personnel.

The exercise brought together Officers and Militants from Kasenyi and Bwebajja Detachments.

The Battalion Commanding Officer, Lt Col Sam Kabweera, emphasised that the route march was designed to assess and enhance the physical endurance, stamina, and mental toughness of personnel within the unit.

He said that such exercises play a critical role in preparing soldiers to effectively perform their duties under demanding operational conditions.

“Physical training remains a cornerstone of military professionalism and combat effectiveness. Through activities such as route marches, we are able to strengthen not only the physical capabilities of our personnel but also their mental resilience and teamwork,” Lt Col Kabweera said.

He commended the officers and militants for their enthusiasm, commitment, and determination throughout the exercise, adding that discipline, cohesion, and teamwork are cultivated through sustained physical activity and collective effort.

Lt Col Kabweera further noted that regular field exercises are essential in preparing troops for operational deployment and ensuring that units remain capable of accomplishing assigned missions within the required timelines.

The route march demonstrated the Battalion’s high level of combat readiness, discipline, and operational capability, reinforcing its preparedness to effectively execute the mandate of the Special Forces Command.