Mail News Service
\nImphal, Jan 14: On the occasion of Army Day 2012, Lt Gen Dalbir Singh, AVSM, VSM, GOC 3 Corps, conveyed his greetings and best wishes to all ranks of the Army. This day is celebrated on 15 January every year in recognition of Lieutenant General (later Field Marshal) K.M. Cariappa becoming the first Indian Commander-in-Chief in 1949.
\nGOC 3 Corps, in his message, brought out that all ranks of Army should feel proud of being a soldier of this great and glorious Indian Army. He said, \u201c All ranks of Spear Corps have been working together with the local civil administration and the people of the land to bring in greater growth and prosperity in Northeast Region. I appreciate the dedicated efforts of each soldier towards this noble cause\u201d.
\nArmy has been a source of inspiration and has contributed to society\u2019s development in a number of ways. Army\u2019s efforts to undertake infrastructure developmental projects, to motivate school children, to recruit jawans, to conduct vocational training, to provide medical & veteiinary services at remote locations and to encourage women empowerment has made a significant difference in the overall growth of the region. The General added, \u201cWe salute the brave soldiers who have made the Supreme\u201dSacrifice in the performance of their duty.\u201d
\nOn the 64th anniversary of Army Day on 15 January, GOC Red Shield Division Major General Binoy Poonnen, VSM conveys warm greetings and best wishes to all ranks, ex servicemen\/veterans of Army and their families. Army Day is celebrated every year in recognition of Lieutenant General (later Field Marshal) KM Cariappa assuming appointment of the first Commander\u2013in\u2013Chief of the Indian Army from Sir Francis Butcher, the last British commander, in 1949. The day is celebrated in the form of parades and other military shows all over military cantonments to commemorate the contribution the valiant soldiers and rich traditions of Indian Army. On this momentous occasion the Red Shield Division pledges to maintain the high standards it has set for itself and continue contributing towards providing a secure and peaceful environment in the state of Manipur.<\/p>\n\n