India Observes 10th Armed Forces Veterans Day Honoring Ex-Servicemen and Their Contributions

On January 14, India marked the 10th Armed Forces Veterans Day, honoring ex-servicemen and the legacy of Field Marshal KM Cariappa, the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army. President Droupadi Murmu and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid tribute to veterans' courage and ongoing contributions across sectors. The Army Chief highlighted initiatives like Project NAMAN and veterans' roles in strategic planning. Events across Pune, Bhopal, and New Delhi included wreath-laying ceremonies and calls for continued veteran engagement in nation-building and welfare support.