Indian Army Day: 15 January

Indian Army Day

Indian Army Day is observed every year on January 15 to honor the bravery, dedication, and sacrifice of the soldiers of the Indian Army. It marks the day when General K. M. Cariappa became the first Indian Commander-in-Chief in 1949. The day pays tribute to the Army’s role in protecting the nation’s unity, sovereignty, and borders, inspiring citizens with courage, discipline, and patriotism.