The Armed Forces Flag Day is also known as the Flag Day of India which is celebrated on 7th December every year. This day is dedicated to honour the martyrs and the men and women personnel in uniform, who bravely and courageously battle on our borders to protect the country’s people as well as the nation pride.
Happy Indian Armed Forces Flag Day 2019
It is an important event to remind the people of the nation about their duty and responsibility to look after disabled soldiers, ex-army men, war widows and children of martyrs who sacrifice their life in order to protect the nation from invaders. This day reminds the tribute and Integrity of the nation by Armed Forces.
Armed Forces Flag Day Quotes & Sayings
This day has been observed in India since 7th December 1949. Gradually, it has become a ritual to honour this day as a nobility and respect to the soldiers, sailors and airmen of India.
Yet, Freedom! yet the banner, torn, but flying, Streams like the thunderstorm against the wind!” » G.G. Lord Byron
The union of hearts, the union of hands, And the flag of our Union forever.
There is the National Flag. He must be cold, indeed, who can look upon its folds rippling in the breeze without pride of country.
If this man should fall, who will lift the flag and carry it on?
Shoot, if you must, this old grey head, But spare your country’s flag,” she said.
Happy Indian Armed Forces Flag Day Wishes Messages
1. In order to have harmony and peace, in order to have a happy life, we need armed forces to keep us safe…. Best wishes on Indian Armed Forces Flag Day.
2. They who sacrifice all their comforts, they who give up on their lives need our support to keep moving on….. Happy Indian Armed Forces Flag Day.
3. Indian Armed Forces Flag Day in a reminder that we also have our duties to do towards our armed forces.
4. We are safe, happy, smiling because we have our armed forces taking charge of their duties…. Happy Indian Armed Forces Flag Day.
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When India got freedom from the British rule, the need to achieve the welfare of its Armed Forces personnel raised immediately for the Indian government. To solve this issue the team of board under Defence Minister on 28th August 1949 decided to start Flag Day on 7th December annually. The idea behind celebrating the Flag Day was to distribute small flags to the general public of the nation and in order to collect donations in return.
There is not a thread in it but scorns self-indulgence, weakness and capacity.
I pledge allegiance to my Flag and the Republic for which it stands, one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
Cheers for the sailors that fought on the wave for it, Cheers for the soldiers that always were brave for it, Tears for the men that went down to the grave for it, Here comes the flag!
The red and white and starry blue is freedom’s shield and hope.
Our flag means all that our fathers meant in the Revolutionary War. It means all that the Declaration of Independence meant. It means justice, liberty and happiness…. Every colour means liberty and every thread means liberty. Every star and stripe mean liberty.
Ev’ry heart beats true ‘neath the Red, White and Blue.
We give our Heads! and our Hearts! to Our Country! One Country! One Language! One Flag!
Armed Forces Flag Day Speech & Essay
Flag Day achieved more importance as it deliberates that it is the obligation and duty of the Indian civilian population to take care of the Armed Forces personnel’s families and dependents that fight for the country’s people and pride.
Jawaharlal Nehru, former Prime Minister of India, on December 7, 1954 said in favour of Flag Day by saying:
“A few weeks ago, I visited Indo-China and saw our officers and men attached to the International Commission there. It gave me a thrill to see their smart bearing and the good work they were doing in that distant land. What pleased me still more was their general popularity with the people there. By their efficiency as well as their friendliness, they enhanced the reputation of India. Among them were people from all parts of India. They observed no provincial or other differences amongst themselves. I am sure my countrymen will be pleased to learn of them and would like to indicate their appreciation of these young men who serve our country both here and elsewhere so well. A way to indicate that appreciation is to contribute to the Flag Day Fund.”
Armed Forces Flag Day Significance
The Flag Day is principally celebrated to assist three elementary purposes
- Reintegration of battle victims, sufferers and injured personnel
- Helping personnel and their families for their well being
- Relocation and welfare of the veterans and their families
On this day small flags are distributed and small amount of funds are collected from the people of India for the welfare of the Indian Armed Forces personnel. It is the best way to show the respect and appreciation by the general public for the Armed Forces who can go through anything, even losing their life for nations pride and security.
Armed Forces Flag Day celebration
There are three branches of Indian armed forces such as:
The Indian Army,
The Indian Air Force and
The Indian Navy
On this day all three branches organize a variety of events for the general public of the nation to showcase the hard work of their personnel to safeguard National Security.
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Happy Armed Forces Flag Day Poster & Slogan
All over the country small flags and car flags are distributed which are in red, deep blue and light blue colours representing the three India Armed Forces, such as Red for Indian Army, deep Blue for Indian Navy and Light Blue for Indian air Force. These flags are distributed to represent the services are dispersed in return for donations.
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