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Indian Army Day is celebrated on January 15th every year to commemorate the day when Lieutenant General Kodandera M. Cariappa took over as the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army from General Francis Roy Bucher, the last British Commander-in-Chief of India, in 1949.
This day is marked by parades and military shows in New Delhi and other headquarters across the country. The main Army Day parade is conducted at the Cariappa Parade ground in Delhi Cantonment, where gallantry awards and Sena medals are also awarded to deserving personnel.
The Indian Army Day is a tribute to the brave soldiers who have sacrificed their lives to protect the country and its citizens. It's a day to recognize the Indian Army's contributions to national security, humanitarian assistance, and disaster relief operations.
Some of the key events and activities that take place on Indian Army Day include:
- Parades and Military Shows: Parades and military shows are conducted in New Delhi and other headquarters across the country.
- Gallantry Awards and Sena Medals: Gallantry awards and Sena medals are awarded to deserving personnel.
- Tribute to Brave Soldiers: The day is a tribute to the brave soldiers who have sacrificed their lives to protect the country and its citizens.
- Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Operations: The Indian Army's contributions to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations are recognized.
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