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Army Day 2026 - January 15
January 18 , 2026
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- It marks the day in 1949 when the Indian Army came under full Indian leadership after independence.
- On this day, Field Marshal K. M. Cariappa became the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army.
- He took charge from General Sir F. R. R. Bucher, the last British Commander-in-Chief.
- The day honours the service and sacrifices of Indian Army soldiers in protecting national security.
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