Army Day is celebrated every year on January 15 in recognition of Lieutenant General (later Field Marshal) KM Cariappa’s taking over as the first Command-in-Chief of the Indian Army from General Sir Francis Butcher, the last British Commander-in-Chief of Independent India. Army Day marks a day to salute our valiant solidiers who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty, upholding highest traditions of the Army. The day is commemorated by organising military parades and equipment displays.
Sudarshan Chakra Corps also commemorated the 74th Army Day by organising a solemn wreath laying ceremony at the War Memorial by Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, General Officer Commanding, Sudarshan Chakra Corps. The event was organised by observing all COVID protocols and guidelines.
On the occasion, the General Officer exhorted all ranks to maintain the highest state of operational readiness to meet any security challenges.