Chhattisgarh on Wednesday observed 66th Army Day here and paid rich tributes to the army men who laid down their lives for the country.
Governor Shekhar Dutt’s two Aides-de-Camp or (ADC) Milind Sharma and Praveen Sharma, Army’s Chhattisgarh-Odisha commander Colonel Vikash Rohela and NCC group commander RS Kochar were among others who laid flowers at the Shahid Vatika of Rajiv Smriti Van in Raipur. Many senior officials and jawans of the India Army were also present on the occasion and paid their tribute to the Martyrs. A guard of honour was also given to martyred personals.
Speaking on the occasion Chhattisgarh-Odisha commander Colonel Vikash Rohela said the jawans should always remain prepared for new challenges. He said the contribution of the Army during the world wars, has been lauded all the time. The Indian Army has diverse histories and has participated in a number of battles. It has ensured national security and unity and defended the nation from external aggression and threats, and helped maintain peace and security.
Army Day is observed across India every year on January 15. This day remarks and honours the Shaheed or brave soldiers who sacrificed their life to save country and country men in border of India. Army Day is the day to celebrate the freedom of soldiers and army which obtained through a long war and fight against British rule in India. On this day 15 January 1949, KN Kariappa made the first commander in chief.