DAKSHIN BHARAT AREA COMMEMORATES GOLDEN JUBILEE OF
22 July, 2021 Chennai
DAKSHIN BHARAT AREA COMMEMORATES GOLDEN JUBILEE OF 1971 INDO-PAK WAR VICTORY
Swarnim Vijay Varsh Celebrations organised by Dakshin Bharat Area (DB Area) of Indian Army at Chennai today. Hon’ble Governor of Tamil Nadu, Shri Banwarilal Purohit was the Chief Guest. The function was also graced by many war veterans along with serving military and civil dignitaries. The event saw nine war heroes of 1971 and three veernaris being honoured for their stellar contribution. The ceremony also had Military Band concert, Martial activity. Equestrian display and Guard of Honour by NCC Cadets. This is the second event conducted by Dakshin Bharat Area commemorating the historic victory in 1971. The first event, Swamim Vijay Run was conducted on 21 February 2021 with the theme ‘Run For Your Heroes’. The event had the participation of more than 700 persons from all walks and spheres of life.
- 1971 War Victory Flame jointly placed on a platform by Hon’ble Governor of Tamil Nadu, Shri Banwarilal Purohit and Lt Gen A Arun, YSM, SM, VSM, General-Officer-in-Command(GOC)-Dakshin Bharat Area during Swarnim Vijay Varsh Celebrations organised by Dakshin Bharat Area (DB Area) of Indian Army at Chennai on 22-07-2021.
- Hon’ble Governor of Tamil Nadu, Shri Banwarilal Purohit and Lt Gen A Arun, YSM, SM, VSM, General-Officer-in-Command(GOC) Dakshin Bharat Area salute in honour of the 1971 War Victory Flame during Swarnim Vijay Varsh Celebrations organised by Dakshin Bharat Area (DB Area) of Indian Army at Chennai on 22-07-2021.
3 , Air Warriors perform the drill during Swarnim Vijay Varsh Celebrations organised by Dakshin Bharat Area (DB Area) of Indian Army at Chennai on 22-07-2021.
5-6. Cultural Activities organised during Swarnim Vijay Varsh Celebrations organised by Dakshin Bharat Area (DB Area) of Indian Army at Chennai on 22-07-2021.
Lt Gen A Arun, YSM, SM, VSM, General-Officer-in-Command(GOC) Dakshin Bharat Area thanked all the War veterans and the dignitaries who have graced the occasion. The General highlighted the resolute commitments and dedication of the disciplined Indian Armed Forces to the nation in times of both war and peace.
The Hon’ble Governor, Shri Banwarilal Purohit recalled the 1971 Indo-Pak War period and remembered the sacrifices of our defence forces. He paid tribute to the War Heroes and Veer Naris for their supreme sacrifice. He further highlighted the dedication and contribution of the Armed Forces in nation building.
2021 marks the 50th Anniversary of the historic victory of Indian Armed Forces in the 1971 Indo-Pak War. The Golden Jubilee of this historic victory is being celebrated year long as ‘Swarnim Vijay Varsh’ with fanfare, commemorative events and parading of Four Swarnim Vijay Mashaal (Victory Flames) in all four directions of the country. It aims to collect earth from the cities and villages of the 1971 Indo-Pak War Heroes and bring it back to Delhi, further to be ensconced with National War Memorial.
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PS/CS/AK/07/2021
