Sudarshan Chakra Corps Celebrates 78th Army Day

Army Day is celebrated annually on 15 January to commemorate Lieutenant General (later Field Marshal) K M Cariappa assuming charge as the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, succeeding General Sir Francis Butcher, the last British Commander-in-Chief of independent India. The day stands as a solemn occasion to salute the valiant soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty, upholding the highest traditions of the Army.
Sudarshan Chakra Corps commemorated the 78th Army Day 2026 by organising a dignified wreath-laying ceremony at the War Memorial, Dronachal, led by Lieutenant General Arvind Chauhan, YSM, SM, General Officer Commanding, Sudarshan Chakra Corps.
On the occasion, the General Officer exhorted all ranks to uphold the glorious traditions of the Indian Army, embrace future challenges with determination and pride and contribute indefatigably towards nation building while bringing greater honour and glory to the motherland