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President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and leaders from across the political spectrum extended their greetings to the Indian Army personnel on the occasion of Army Day on Saturday.
President Ram Nath Kovind greeted the Army personnel and said they have been pivotal in ensuring national security and the country is grateful for their service.
The soldiers have displayed professionalism, sacrifice and valour in defending the border and maintaining peace, he added.
"Greetings to Army personnel and veterans on Army Day. Indian Army has been pivotal in ensuring national security. Our soldiers have displayed professionalism, sacrifice and valour in defending borders and maintaining peace. The nation is grateful for your service. Jai Hind!" Kovind tweeted.
Greetings to Army personnel and veterans on Army Day. Indian Army has been pivotal in ensuring national security. Our soldiers have displayed professionalism, sacrifice and valour in defending borders and maintaining peace. The nation is grateful for your service. Jai Hind!
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) January 15, 2022
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also lauded the Indian Army, saying it is known for bravery and professionalism, and words cannot do justice to its invaluable contribution towards national safety.
"Indian Army personnel serve in hostile terrains and are at the forefront of helping fellow citizens during humanitarian crisis, including natural disasters. India is proud of the stellar contribution of the Army in Peacekeeping Missions overseas as well," the prime minister said.
Best wishes on the occasion of Army Day, especially to our courageous soldiers, respected veterans and their families. The Indian Army is known for its bravery and professionalism. Words cannot do justice to the invaluable contribution of the Indian Army towards national safety. pic.twitter.com/UwvmbVD1hq
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 15, 2022
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Home Minister Amit Shah also extended greetings to Indian Army personnel for their selfless service and dedication towards the nation.
Greetings and best wishes to all Indian Army personnel and their families on the special occasion of Army Day.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) January 15, 2022
Our Army has distinguished itself as a courageous and professional force, unwavering in their commitment to defend the country. The nation is proud of the Indian Army.
भारतीय सेना के बहादुर जवानों, पूर्व सैनिकों व उनके परिवारों को थल सेना दिवस की शुभकामनाएं।
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) January 15, 2022
मातृभूमि की रक्षा में सदैव तत्पर वीर सैनिकों के अदम्य साहस, शौर्य व सर्वोच्च बलिदान को नमन करता हूँ।
देश के प्रति आपकी निःस्वार्थ सेवा,समर्पण व प्रतिबद्धता हर भारतीय हेतु प्रेरणास्रोत है। pic.twitter.com/p7cuRE0BuR
Paying tributes to the veterans, brave soldiers and their families on Army Day, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik tweeted, "Salute to the indomitable spirit and selfless sacrifice of these bravehearts who put national interest ahead of everything to ensure sovereignty & integrity of our nation."
Warm tributes to the veterans, brave soldiers and their families on #ArmyDay. Salute to the indomitable spirit and selfless sacrifice of these bravehearts who put national interest ahead of everything to ensure sovereignty & integrity of our nation. pic.twitter.com/HpQV06Pw7R
— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) January 15, 2022
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s national vice-president BJP Baijayant Panda also extended wishes to Indian soldiers and their families.
Greetings & best wishes to our #IndianArmy soldiers & their families on #ArmyDay. Saluting their indomitable courage, selfless sacrifice, inspiring dedication, determination & bravery with which the serve the nation. Jai Hind 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/R0TDZ9rFRX
— Baijayant Jay Panda (@PandaJay) January 15, 2022
Army Day is observed on January 15 to mark Field Marshall K M Cariappa taking over as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, replacing his British predecessor in 1949.
