India celebrates 74th Army Day, PM extends best wishes to Army personnel

As the country celebrated the 74th Army Day on January 15, many events and functions were held in different parts.

It was on January 15, 1949, when General (later Field Marshal) KM Cariappa had taken over the command of the Indian Army from General Sir FRR Bucher, who was the last British Commander-in-Chief.

General Cariappa became the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of Independent India. Since then, January 15 is commemorated as “Army Day” to remember the occasion.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the Army personnel and said that words cannot do justice to their invaluable contribution.

PM Modi tweeted, "Best wishes on the occasion of Army Day, especially to our courageous soldiers, respected veterans and their families. The Indian Army is known for its bravery and professionalism. Words cannot do justice to the invaluable contribution of the Indian Army towards national safety.”

“Indian Army personnel serve in hostile terrains and are at the forefront of helping fellow citizens during a humanitarian crisis, including natural disasters. India is proud of the stellar contribution of the Army in Peacekeeping Missions overseas as well," he added.

According to the Ministry of Defence, “The Indian Army’s theme for the year 2022, “In Stride with the Future”, is an acknowledgement of the increasingly critical role played by niche and disruptive technologies in modern warfare. The Indian Army confronts a plethora of security challenges, conventional and non-traditional, and is looking at Artificial Intelligence (AI), 5G, Robotics and Quantum Technology to find innovative solutions to these emerging challenges.”