Indian Army organised an ‘Ex-servicemen Rally’ under the aegis of Cockerel Division on Tuesday at Morhabadi Grounds at Ranchi. This programme was organised to observe the ‘Year of Veterans’.
The prime attraction of the event remained the felicitation of ‘Ex-servicemen and Veer Naris’ by major General Sanjiv Verma. These Ex-servicemen and the Veer Naris of the State were invited on the occasion.
In his interaction with the retired army persons, Verma assured them of Army’s sincere commitment to help the veteran soldiers and their families. He also emphasised upon the fact that the forces evoked trust, pride, respect and honour among the people of the State and added event like that would only make those bonding robust.
On the occasion welfare stalls dealing on various issues like pension issues, relief and rehabilitation, resettlement opportunities, army welfare housing organisation, army welfare education scheme and placement agency were also established for the benefit of the veteran army men.
The event also witnessed spectacular display to showcase the motorcycle stunts by a team from Punjab Regiment amidst the rhythm of army bands.
The programme was organised by major General Sanjiv Verma, General Officer Commanding Cockerel Division.