73rd Army Day: Vicky Kaushal, Varun Dhawan salute brave hearts

nation celebrated Army Day on January 15 amid ongoing COVID pandemic. Celebrities and politicians took to ir social media handle to share moving heartfelt messs on 73rd Army Day. 

Army Day is celebrated on January 15 every year to mark taking over as commander-in-chief of Indian Army by n Lt Gen K M Carriappa in 1949 from General Francis Butcher, last British Commander-in-Chief of India. Carriappa later became a Field Marshal.

Vicky Kaushal wrote, "Remember being at alt. of 16,000ft at Indo-China border of Tawang, Arunachal Presh. A member of my team was rushed to a lower altitude since he was finding it difficult to even brea. That’s where our Indian Army was holding ir grounds with all ir might in order to protect us. My salute to our bravest men who believe in “Service before Self”. #ArmyDay 🇮🇳" [sic] Varun Dhawan, Ronnie Screwvala also shared ir wishes.

Sidharth Malhotra wrote, "To those who sacrifice ir comfort, who never show pain of leaving behind ir families, and who are selflessly ALWAYS on duty...To our men, Indian ArmyFlag of India, I salute you And your families who's silent contribution to country can never be forgotten...#ArmyDay."

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As part of Army Day celebrations, Gallantry Awards and Sena Medals are presented to soldiers. This year, in 2021, India is celebrating its 73rd Army Day. 

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Indian Army Day is observed across country with several programmes including pares and or military shows. While celebrations take place across India, main pare of Army Day is held in Cariappa Pare Ground at Delhi Cantonment. Military equipment, weapons, numerous contingents and combats are displayed during pare.