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Indian Army Day 2024: Celebrating the courage and sacrifice

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Indian Army Day is celebrated on January 15, every year with immense pride and gratitude towards our soldiers who laid their lives to protect the country. This year we are also celebrating the 76th anniversary of Indian Army commander in chief, Field Marshal Kodandera M Cariappa, who took rein against Britishers in 1949 and became the first leader of the Indian Army. We celebrate the sacrifice and courage of our soldiers to lay down their lives with pride. This day holds an important factor to remember those who martyred in wars. 

This year, the celebration will be held in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. On this auspicious occasion, the parade will be led by Central Command of the Army in the presence of the Indian Army Chief. The Central Command is one of the seven groups although the previous year, the Southern Command had this charge of the parde in Bangalore, India. 

Significance of Indian Army Day:

Indian Army Days is the most significant day for all the Indians as it carries a prolific amount of emotions and sacrifices of our soldiers. This day reminds us of the courage and introspection of our own existence. This day we tribute all the brave soldiers who dedicatedly sacrificed their lives to fulfil the commitment to the country. This day is dedicated to all the soldiers and their families who appreciate and encourage them to fight and win. 

Theme of Indian Army day: 2024  

The Government of India has bestowed the theme for the “Indian Army Day” is “In Service of the Nation”. This theme demonstrates the glimpse of the core values held by the Army of Indian. These highlights are responsible for the  commitment, discipline, dedication, ethical values and professionalism of our nation’s soldiers. It also shows the motto of the Indian Army – “Service Before Self” which means safety and security of the people of the nation is the priority of a soldier. This day inspires the youth of our country to show gratitude, love and respect for the Army. 

We would like to show some quotes in our Article, a two mins read: 

Top 10 Quotes for Indian Army Day 2024:

1. Either I will come back after hoisting the Tricolor, or I will come back wrapped in it ~Vikram Batra

2. Our soldiers do not fight because they hate what is in front of them, but because they love what is behind them. ~ General George S. Patton

3. Some goals are so worthy; it’s glorious even to fail. ~ Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey (Param Vir Chakra)

4. We are a nation of millions, and our defence is our army’s finest. ~ Indira Gandhi

5. Courage doesn’t mean you don’t get afraid. Courage means you don’t let fear stop you.” ~ Mary Anne Radmacher

6. “My gun is still working, and I will get these bastards.” ~ Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal (Param Vir Chakra)

7. “Sleep peacefully at your homes. The Army of the India is guarding the frontiers.” ~ Lal Bahadur Shastri

8. The strength of a nation lies in the well-being of its soldiers. ~- Chanakya

9. “For our tomorrow, they gave theirs today.” ~ Army of the India slogan

10. The soldier’s heart, when facing danger, must not waver. His duty is his guiding star.” ~ Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw.

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