National armed forces day, also known as the National flag day of India, is celebrated and observed on 7th December.
Context
National armed forces day, also known as the National flag day of India, is celebrated and observed on 7th December.
History of the day
- On August 28, 1949, a committee was set up, under the then Defense Minister of India.
- The Ministry of Defence decided to celebrate this day, to honour the soldiers, sailors, and airmen.
- The committee decided to observe a Flag Day annually on December 7.
- In 1993, the Defence Ministry of India consolidated all the related welfare funds into a single Armed Forces Flag Day Fund.
Objectives
- To tribute the valiant and martyred soldiers and to revamp the harmony of citizens.
- To collect the funds from people for the betterment of the Armed Forces staff just by selling batches, stickers, and other items.
- To reinforce the cultural connection among the Indians and the Armed Forces personnel.
- To place the common public active participation and support all over the country.
