The Raising Day of Headquarter Chhattisgarh and Odisha Sub Area (Cosa) was celebrated on Monday. Every year July 1 is celebrated as Raising Day of Cosa.
The formation was raised on July 1, 2010 with its Headquarter in Raipur. This day is celebrated with, wreath laying special Sainik Sammelan, distribution of awards to desiring Army personnel of the formation and Barakhana for troops.
On the occasion Brig Balraj Mehta, SM, Commander Chhattisgarh and Odisha Sub Area, Raipur placed wreaths at the Shaheed Vatika, Rajiv Smriti Van as a mark of respect to the supreme sacrifice and indomitable valor and courage shown by the Indian soldiers during war in India and abroad in various campaigns. On the occasion he also stressed that we must dedicate ourselves to face the challenges of our country and continue the glorious tradition of Indian Army to keep our Nation flag high. He also highlighted the presence of army in the state of Chhattisgarh and the various programmes under taken for the welfare of Ex-Servicemen and the youth.