Celebration of Armed Forces Veterans’ Day in Rajouri, J&K
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Synopsis
On January 14, the Ace of Spades Division of the Indian Army held a significant event at the Advanced Landing Ground in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, to celebrate Armed Forces Veterans’ Day, honoring the sacrifices of armed forces veterans and promoting welfare initiatives for their families.
Key Takeaways
- Celebration of Armed Forces Veterans' Day in Rajouri.
- Event organized by Ace of Spades Division.
- Honoring sacrifices of armed forces veterans.
- Welfare initiatives for veterans and families.
- Participation of key military and police officials.
Rajouri, Jan 14 (NationPress) The Indian Army's Ace of Spades Division observed Armed Forces Veterans’ Day with a commemorative event at the Advanced Landing Ground (ALG) in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, on Tuesday. This day, celebrated each year across India, pays tribute to the selfless sacrifices and unwavering duty of the nation's armed forces' veterans, while fostering solidarity with the families of fallen soldiers.
The gathering featured several esteemed attendees, including Major General Kaushik Mukherjee, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Ace of Spades Division, Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) for the Rajouri-Poonch range, Tejinder Singh, along with senior officers from the Army and police.
Thousands of Army veterans came together to honor their comrades, while various civil and military departments organized welfare stalls to address grievances and provide assistance to veterans.
Anwar Singh, a former serviceman, conveyed his gratitude for the event, highlighting the importance of such initiatives for the welfare of veterans and their families.
"This is a very good programme; it brings us together, and we get to address our concerns, including medical issues and opportunities for our children. We hope the government continues to support us in this manner," he remarked.
The event included a video conference with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who engaged with the veterans present in Rajouri.
Singh, who attended the Veterans' Day event in Akhnoor, Jammu, expressed his heartfelt appreciation for the sacrifices made by the armed forces.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also shared his wishes on X, stating, "On Armed Forces Veterans' Day, we express gratitude to the brave women and men who dedicated their lives to safeguarding our nation. Their sacrifices, courage, and unwavering commitment to duty are exemplary. Our veterans are heroes and enduring symbols of patriotism."
Armed Forces Veterans’ Day, first recognized on January 14, 2017, was established by the Ministry of Defence to honor the dedication and sacrifices of veterans across the Army, Navy, and Air Force. The day also serves as a platform for addressing issues related to veterans’ pensions and welfare while strengthening relationships between active personnel and ex-servicemen.
January 14 was selected as Veterans’ Day to commemorate the retirement of Field Marshal KM Cariappa in 1953, the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army following Independence.
Even post-retirement, Field Marshal Cariappa remained active in promoting social causes and inspiring frontline troops, epitomizing the spirit of service and dedication that this day seeks to honor.
