Extending greetings to the Indian forces and countrymen on the occasion of ‘Armed Forces Flag Day’ and commemorating their indomitable courage and contribution to the nation building, the Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Wednesday said that state government is committed to the welfare of the dependents of ex-servicemen and martyrs and is constantly striving for their upliftment. He said that a soldier is always ready to safeguard the nation's borders with his invincible courage and bravery in adverse circumstances. Saluting the indomitable courage and valour of the soldiers, Khattar said, “Haryana has a long tradition of soldiers' valour and sacrifice. Before and after independence, the battle-warriors of Haryana have contributed significantly for the defence of the country.” He said the way that the country’s brave soldiers showed their valour in adverse circumstances in the Kargil war; the whole world recognised the Indian Army's prowess.