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Updated Jan 15, 2021 | 06:33 IST
It marks the day when Lt Gen KM Carriappa took over as commander-in-chief of the Indian Army from General Francis Butcher, the last British commander-in-chief of India, in 1949. Representational Image. | Photo Credit: Twitter
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Military parades are organized at various Army command headquarters
To mark Army Day in 2021, the Indian Army has also organized a marathon – Vijay Run
India is celebrating its 73rd Army Day today. All Army Command headquarters celebrate Army Day to commemorate the country s soldiers. Here is all you need to know about this annual celebration.
Why is Army Day celebrated?
It marks the day when Lt Gen KM Carriappa took over as commander-in-chief of the Indian Army from General Francis Butcher, the last British commander-in-chief of India, in 1949. It essentially marks the beginning of the Indian Army as we know it today. Apart from this day, it is also meant as a day to