In a first since its inception in 1949, Army day parade moves out of Delhi

For the first time since its inception in 1949, the Indian Army has taken a break from tradition of holding the parade in the national capital. Instead, the parade this year is being held in Karnataka's Benguluru.

The 75th Army Day celebrations are happening at Bengaluru's Parade Ground, MEG & Centre.

Army Day is observed on January 15 to mark Field Marshal K M Cariappa taking over as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, replacing his British predecessor in 1949.

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On this occassion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the Indian Army, saying the soldiers have always kept our nation safe and are widely admired for their service during times of crisis.

With PTI Inputs