Armed Forces Flag Day 2024: Every year, December 7 is observed as the Armed Forces Flag Day or Flag Day of India throughout the nation. The day has been marked across the country to honor the martyrs and soldiers in uniform who fought and continue to fight on our birders to protect the country. In the service of the country, so many troops of the Armed Forces have died. This day called India’s Flag Day is dedicated to raising the contributions for the Indian Armed Force troops’ welfare from Indian citizens.
Armed Forces Flag Day: History & Significance
Since 1949, India is celebrating Flag Day every year. It all started on 28th August 1949. A committee which was appointed by the then defense minister agreed to have an annual flag day on 7th December.
Primarily, Flag Day was held to give small flags to the public and collect donations in exchange. This day has greater significance as it emphasizes Indians’ responsibilities to care for those who rely on our military services.
The government established the AFFDF (Armed Force Flag Day Fund) to aid in the welfare and rehabilitation of ESM (Ex-Servicemen). Flag Day is a moment for Indians to express their gratefulness to India’s military troops.
On Flag Day, all the three branches of the Indian armed services – the Indian Air Force, the Indian Army, and the Indian Navy – make a myriad of performances, plays, and other cultural activities to demonstrate to the public how their soldiers work to maintain national security. In exchange for people’s donations, little flags in red, deep blue, and light blue which signifies the three services are distributed.
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How To Donate To Flag Day Fund
One can contribute to the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund online. You may make an online contribution by clicking on the below links
https://ksb.gov.in/DonateAFFDF.htm
All the contributions to Flag Day Fund are tax-deductible