The 86th Armoured Corps Day was observed with solemnity and reverence as the Indian Armed Forces paid tribute to their fallen comrades at the National War Memorial (NWM) in New Delhi.
Led by Lieutenant General Vivek Kashyap, AVSM, VSM, the Director General of the Armoured Corps, senior officers from the Corps gathered to honor the sacrifice and valor of soldiers who had laid down their lives in service to the nation.
In a poignant ceremony at the Amar Jawan Jyoti, a perpetual flame that symbolizes the immortal spirit of the Indian Armed Forces, wreaths were laid and homage was paid to the brave warriors who made the ultimate sacrifice.
The ceremony served as a solemn reminder of the unwavering commitment and dedication of the Armoured Corps to defend the sovereignty and integrity of the nation.
Lieutenant General Vivek Kashyap, along with his fellow generals, led the procession to the memorial, each step echoing with reverence and respect for the fallen soldiers.
As the wreaths were laid, the atmosphere was filled with a sense of solemnity and gratitude, as well as a profound acknowledgment of the sacrifices made by the soldiers and their families.
The Armoured Corps, known for its valor and indomitable spirit, has a rich history of serving the nation with distinction.
On this historic occasion, as the nation commemorated the 86th Armoured Corps Day, it also reflected on the legacy of courage, sacrifice, and honor that has defined the Corps over the years.
The ceremony at the National War Memorial was not only a tribute to the fallen soldiers but also a reaffirmation of the nation’s commitment to honoring their memory and upholding the ideals for which they fought.
It was a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women in uniform, who continue to stand guard at the frontiers of the nation, ready to defend it at all costs.
As the wreaths were laid and prayers were offered, the echoes of remembrance reverberated across the memorial, serving as a testament to the enduring legacy of the Armoured Corps and the eternal gratitude of the nation towards its gallant soldiers.
