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DIBRUGARH: As part of the Indian Army’s resolve to reach out and honour the Veer Naris, widows of ex-servicemen and the entire ex-servicemen fraternity, the Dao Division of the Indian Army organized an ‘Ex-servicemen Rally’ at Dibrugarh University Ground, Dibrugarh on Sunday.
The event was attended by more than 1900 ex-servicemen. LT Gen RP Kalita, GOC- in-CEC, graced the occasion. In addition, numerous civil dignitaries attended the event. Six Veer Naris and 23 ex-servicemen above 80 years of age were felicitated.
Representatives from Directorate of Indian Army Veterans, PCDA (Prayagraj), 16 Record offices, Aadhaar, SBI, Postal, ZSB, ECHS, ARO, Skill Devp, Agriculture Dept extended support to veterans. More than 220 grievances of SPARSH, Aadhaar, bank accounts, mobile update, life certificate and medical claims were addressed on the spot and more than 150 cases have been processed.
As part of the event, display of Army Military Band, Kalaripayattu Martial Art, Gatkha, Khukri performance and cultural programmes by NCC cadets were organized. The event was a tribute to honour the selfless services of the veterans and their families.
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