Operationally ready at all times: Eastern Army Commander
Eastern Command of the Indian Army celebrated its 104th Raising Day at its headquarters in Fort William on Wednesday.
On the occasion of 70th Army Day, President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday saluted the courage of the armed forces personnel and their families.
In a message on Twitter, Kovind said: “On Army Day, greetings to the valiant men and women of the Indian Army, to veterans and to families of those who have worn the uniform.”
“You are our nation’s pride, the sentinels of our liberty. Citizens sleep securely knowing you are ever awake and ever vigilant,” he added.
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The prime minister in his message lauded the army for always putting the nation first.
“On Army Day, I convey greetings to the soldiers, veterans and their families. Every citizen of India has unwavering trust and pride in our Army, which protects the nation and is also at the forefront of humanitarian efforts during times of natural disasters and other accidents,” he said.
“Our Army always puts the nation first. I salute all those great individuals who sacrificed their lives while serving the nation. India will never forget our valiant heroes,” he added.
January 15 is celebrated as Army Day annually to mark the day when Field Marshal KM Cariappa took charge as the first Indian Army chief in 1949, succeeding General Sir Francis Butcher, the last British Commander-in-Chief of India.
The showcase event of the Army Day will be the annual parade at the Cariappa Parade Ground in the national capital.
The parade will be reviewed by Army chief General Bipin Rawat who will also present gallantry and other awards to his personnel.
The headquarter locations of the Indian Army’s various commands and other wings will also feature celebrations and parades.
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