India celebrate its Army Day on 15 January every year to remember the sacrifices made by our troops for the country.
On January 15, 1949, Field Marshal K M Cariappa recorded his name in history by taking over leadership from the last British Commander-in-Chief General Francis Butcher. Each year on this date, people unite to honour and pay tribute to the brave soldiers of the Indian Army.
Lucknow will host a spectacular parade today to commemorate the 76th Army Day of the Indian Army at the 11 Gorkha Rifles Regimental Centre — the headquarters of the Army’s Central Command. Indian Army Day 2024 marks the 76th anniversary of Field Marshal K M Cariappa.
The theme for this year Army Day, ‘Year of Technology Absorption’ – a theme that underscores the Army’s focus and efforts to leverage technology as a catalyst for transformative change, emphasizing the Army’scommitment to leveraging technology for transformational change.
General Manoj Pandey, Chief of Army Staff paid homage to soldiers who laid down their lives in service to the nation. “On the occasion of Army Day 2024, I convey my felicitations and warm wishes to all ranks of the Indian Army, civilian employees, Veterans and their families. We solemnly remember and pay homage to our comrades who have laid down their lives in service of the nation. Their supreme sacrifice shall always inspire us,” he said.
This year’s Army Day parade will be special because of the use of Artificial Intelligence to select the ‘Best Marching Contingent’. Artificial Intelligence is being used for the first time to identify the best marching contingent,” Major General Salil Seth said.