Punjab Newsline, Shimla, January 15-
The Army Training Command (ARTRAC) Wednesday celebrated the 77th Army Day by organizing a 'Know Your Army' Mela at The Ridge, Shimla.The event was inaugurated by Maj Gen Vivek Venkatraman, Offg Chief of Staff Artrac, in presence of Anupam Kashyap, Deputy Commissioner and Sanjiv Gandhi, SP, Shimla.
The 'Know Your Army' Mela is an initiative by the Army Training Command to promote awareness and understanding of the Indian Army's role and contributions. The event is part of the celebrations marking the 77th Army Day, which commemorates the appointment of General KM Cariappa as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army on January 15, 1949.
The mela featured an array of attractions, including a Weapon & Equipment Display, Medical Camp, Selfie Point and a performance by the Military Band. In addition, various stalls have been set up to provide information on the Indian Army's role, responsibilities and army's contributions to national security and development.
Visitors were also treated to Military Martial Music performances, which added to the fervor of the event. A large number of visitors, including locals and tourists, attended the mela, with women showing particular interest in the AWWA Stall.