77th Army Day: Women Agniveers and Tech Innovations Shine

Jan 15, 2025 Komal Das

The Army Day Parade at BEG Centre, Khadki, honors General KM Cariappa's 1949 appointment and Pune's military heritage

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For the first time, the Army Day Parade featured the Nepal Army Band, symbolizing the strong military ties between India and Nepal

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The Women Agniveer Contingent led the parade, highlighting women's role in the Army, with diverse military units on display

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The NCC Girls Contingent from Maharashtra symbolizes youth leadership, showcasing the National Cadet Corps’ role in promoting discipline and patriotism since 1948

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The parade displayed advanced tech like the K-9 Vajra, BMP-2 Sarath, and T-90 tanks, showcasing India’s defense progress under 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' and the 'Viksit Bharat @ 2047' vision

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Tableaus highlighted AI, drone swarms, cybersecurity, and autonomous vehicles, emphasizing India's modernization and indigenous capabilities

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Tableaus featured Mission Olympics, Net Zero Carbon Emissions, veterans' contributions, and military assets like the Sarvatra Bridging System and Drone Jammers

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Hosting the parade in Pune strengthens its ties with the defense forces, allowing citizens to celebrate the Army’s power and unity

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The Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) will not participate in the 77th Army Day parade flypast in Pune due to flight safety concerns, as the fleet is grounded

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