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Indian Army Day: Paying Tribute to the Indian Army, the Guardians of Our Nation

Indian Army Day is a vivid thread in the fabric of our country's history, signifying the armed forces' undying bravery, indomitable spirit, and unshakable loyalty. As January 15th, the 76th Indian Army Day, draws near, let's examine the significance of this historic day and honor our courageous warriors who protect our borders and guarantee our security. The History of Indian Army Day:  On January 15, 1942, the Indian National Army (INA), led by Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, was established. This event marked the beginning of Indian Army Day. This historic event signaled the beginning of an ordered and unified force of Indian troops fighting to free their country from British domination. The Importance of January 15: There is a great deal of historical significance to the decision to declare January 15 as Indian Army Day. On this day in 1949, General Sir Francis Butcher, the final British Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, was succeeded by Lieutenant General K.M. Cariapp