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Army Day 2023: Parade moves out of Delhi for first time since 1949; PM Modi says every Indian is proud

Army Day 2023: The parade signifies the formal taking over of the Indian Army by its first Indian Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal KM Cariappa on January 15, 1949, replacing his British predecessor.

Edited By: Shashwat Bhandari @ShashBhandari New Delhi Updated on: January 15, 2023 14:42 IST
Army Band performs during the 75th Army Day celebrations at
Image Source : PTI Army Band performs during the 75th Army Day celebrations at Govind Swamy Parade Ground in Bengaluru.

Army Day 2023: The annual Army Day was celebrated in Karnataka's Bengaluru and for the first time outside Delhi since 1949 on Sunday. Bengaluru hosted the Army Day parade keeping in tune with the decision of holding such events of national importance outside the national capital in order to give wider visibility and ensure the participation of citizens. The parade signifies the formal taking over of the Indian Army by its first Indian Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal KM Cariappa on January 15, 1949, replacing his British predecessor. While the conduct of this historical event in Bengaluru is in recognition of the valour, sacrifices and services of the people of southern States for India, it is also an apt tribute to Field Marshal KM Cariappa, who hails from Karnataka, an official release said. Over the next one month, the Army has planned an extensive outreach campaign to strengthen the bond with the citizens by organising events with school and college students, remote villages and people from all walks of life. The Chief of Army Staff General Manoj Pande performed a wreath-laying ceremony to honour the brave hearts and highlighted the military prowess of the Army.

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  • 10:27 AM (IST) Posted by Shashwat Bhandari

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    "Last year, Army firmly faced security-related challenges and ensured the security of borders actively & strongly. Army took steps to improve capability development, force restructuring and training. It also further strengthened its preparations for future wars," he said.

    "In the northern border areas, the situation has been normal and through established protocols and existing mechanisms, necessary steps have been taken to maintain peace. Maintaining a strong defence posture at LAC, we are ready to tackle any contingency," the Army Chief said.

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  • 9:59 AM (IST) Posted by Shashwat Bhandari

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    "On Army Day, I convey my best wishes to all army personnel, veterans and their families. Every Indian is proud of our Army and will always be grateful to our soldiers," Prime Minister Modi said in a tweet.

    "They have always kept our nation safe and are widely admired for their service during times of crisis," he said.

  • 9:54 AM (IST) Posted by Shashwat Bhandari

    For the first time since 1949, Army Day moves out of Delhi

    For the first time since 1949, the Army Day is taking place out of Delhi in Karnataka's Bengaluru.

    Bengaluru is hosting the Army Day parade keeping in tune with the decision of holding such events of national importance outside the national capital in order to give wider visibility and ensure participation of citizens.

    The parade signifies the formal taking over of the Indian Army by its first Indian Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal K M Cariappa on January 15, 1949, replacing his British predecessor.

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