12 INFANTRY DIVISION
12 INFANTRY DIVISION The 12 Infantry Division is a division of the Indian Army. It was formed in January 1943, in Persia. It was renamed South Persia Area in January 1945. The Division was formed November 3,1966 from forces in the Barmer sector of the border with Pakistan. Today the Arjun MBT is entering service with 140th Armoured Brigade, 12th Infantry Division in Jaisalmer. The two Arjun units have been reported as the 43 Armoured Regiment and 75 Armoured Regiment. The formation badge and sleeve patch of this Division has a golden battle axe on black background.