Indian Army Day

Held on : 15th January

Indian Army Day is celebrated on January 15 every year in India, in recognition of Lieutenant General (later Field Marshal) K. M. Cariappa's becoming the first Indian Commander-in-Chief in 1948. The day is celebrated in the form of parades and other military shows.

The Indian Army is the largest branch of the armed forces of India and bears responsibility for land-based military operations. It is the world's third largest. It's primary objectives include defending India from external aggression, maintaining peace and security within the country, patrolling borders and conducting counter-terrorist operations. It also conducts rescue and humanitarian operations during calamities and other disturbances

Holiday Status - It is not a public holiday