Honouring Heroes: Indian Army’s Guwahati Rally Celebrates Veterans and Veer Naris

The Indian Army organised the Veterans Swabhiman Rally 2025 with great pride and reverence at Narangi Military Station, Guwahati, on 12 October 2025, under the aegis of Headquarters 51 Sub Area. The rally was dedicated to honouring the valour, sacrifices, and selfless service of Armed Forces veterans, while also extending solidarity to the families of fallen heroes.The Hon’ble Governor of Assam, Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya, attended the event as the Chief Guest. The rally drew a gathering of more than 2,500 veterans from Assam and neighbouring states, making it one of the largest veteran congregations in recent times. Senior serving officers, retired military leaders, and government representatives also graced the occasion.In his address, the Governor praised

the courage, patriotism, and dedication of the soldiers, reaffirming the nation’s deep gratitude to its veterans and Veer Naris for their lasting contribution to the country’s security and integrity. On the occasion, special financial aid was extended to Veer Naris and needy veterans. Welfare support such as motorised wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and mechanical medical beds was also distributed to assist differently-abled veterans.

Indian Army Guwahati rally

The rally featured dedicated stalls providing medical support, pension advisory services, financial counselling, and skill development opportunities, catering to the diverse needs of the veteran community. Distinguished dignitaries present included Lt Gen Sanjay Malik, SM, GOC 101 Area; Maj Gen A K Sharma, VSM, GOC 51 Sub Area; Lt Gen R P Kalita, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, SM, VSM (Retd), Air Marshal Anjan Kumar Gogoi (Retd), along with senior civil and military officials. The event fostered a spirit of pride, dignity, and gratitude, reaffirming the Indian Army’s unwavering commitment to the welfare and well-being of its veterans and their families.