Under the aegis of #EasternCommand, a Veterans Outreach Team of #TrinityArea from #PunjabRegimentalCentre visited #Dumka, #Deoghar and #Sahibganj to engage with veterans, #VeerNaris and their dependents. During the outreach, assistance and guidance were provided to more than 500 beneficiaries on pension-related issues, record discrepancies and other welfare matters. The team also assured expeditious resolution of the grievances raised. The initiative reflects the #IndianArmy's unwavering commitment to the welfare and well-being of its #Veterans and their families. #पूर्वी_कमान के तत्वावधान में #TrinityArea की एक वेटरन्स आउटरीच टीम #पंजाब_रेजिमेंटल_सेंटर से #दुमका, #देवगढ़ एवं #साहिबगंज का दौरा कर #पूर्व_सैनिकों, #VeerNaris तथा उनके आश्रितों से संवाद किया। इस दौरान 500 से अधिक लाभार्थियों की पेंशन, रिकॉर्ड संबंधी त्रुटियों एवं अन्य कल्याणकारी मामलों से जुड़ी समस्याओं के समाधान हेतु सहायता प्रदान की गई। टीम ने प्राप्त समस्याओं के शीघ्र समाधान का भी आश्वासन दिया। यह पहल #भारतीय_सेना की अपने #पूर्व_सैनिकों और उनके परिवारों के कल्याण एवं सम्मान के प्रति अटूट प्रतिबद्धता को प्रतिबिंबित करती है। #भारतीय_सेना #पूर्वी_कमान #IndianArmy #EasternCommand #CivilMilitaryFusion @adgpi @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @indiannavy @IAF_MCC @official_dgar @ProDefKolkata @IndiaCoastGuard @HQ_DG_NCC @EAC_IAF @IN_EasternFleet @IN_HQENC @jhar_governor @JharkhandCMO @Diav20 Facebook - facebook.com/share/p/1PFnjy4… Instagram - instagram.com/p/DZeVsurj4ss/…

The Coal Loading & Transportation scheme under the aegis of @dgrIndia offers an opportunity for eligible JCOs/OR and equivalent ranks, for financial assistance, profit-sharing income, and long-term employment prospects. Online registration will be open from 20 June 2026.

#WeCare #Motivate_Facilitate_Empower #Spreading_Smiles_Happiness Continuing the outreach initiative, #MrsSunitaDwivedi #PresidentAWWA, visited Regional AWWA #WesternComd_IA and warmly engaged with #VeerNaris, widows and the families of our serving soldiers. Essential information on a wide range of government grants, financial assistance, facilities and support systems available through various agencies was disseminated during the interaction. On the occasion, President AWWA felicitated #mentor_couples and achievers with the AWWA Award of Appreciation, recognising their dedication and valuable contribution towards strengthening and uplifting the organisation. "Mentor Couples" serve as vital links at the unit level, acting as first responders for families in need of support by fostering open channels of communication and offering timely guidance. @adgpi @westerncomd_IA @narendramodi @DefenceMinIndia @HQ_IDS_India @MoHFW_INDIA @MinistryWCD

#GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, felicitated Brig RS Grewal (Retd), Col Chander Prakash Vij (Retd), Col Jasdeep Sandhu (Retd), Sub Maj (Hony Capt) Ranjodh Singh (Retd), Capt Parminder Singh (Retd) and Sgt Sanjeev Kumar Goel (Retd) for their exceptional contributions towards veteran welfare, community service and nation-building. The Veteran Achievers felicitated have contributed immensely to the welfare of Ex-Servicemen and local communities through dedicated social service, youth mentorship, educational initiatives, healthcare awareness, heritage conservation and civil-military cooperation. Their contributions include supporting veteran rehabilitation, strengthening disaster response, promoting sports excellence, creating employment opportunities for veterans and inspiring society through resilience, selfless service and leadership. The #COAS also interacted with veterans and acknowledged their continued contributions towards nation-building. He lauded their enduring spirit of service and commitment to the welfare of society, noting that their exemplary efforts continue to inspire future generations. #RespectAndRecognition @DIAV20 @westerncomd_IA

#GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, felicitated Lt Col Som Raj Sharma (Retd), Lt Col Balwant Singh (Retd), Hony Capt Raj Kumar (Retd), Sub Gyan Singh (Retd) (a 1965 & 1971 War Veteran), Nk Charan Singh (Retd), Hav Bharat Bhushan (Retd) and Hony Nb Sub Gulbadan Singh (Retd) at #Udhampur for their exceptional contributions to nation-building, social welfare and community empowerment. The Veterans felicitated have contributed immensely towards the welfare of Ex-Servicemen, Veer Naris and local communities through dedicated social service, mentorship of youth, support to education and rehabilitation initiatives, assistance in pension-related matters and grassroots development. Their contributions also include providing critical support during Operation SINDOOR, facilitating counter-terrorism efforts through valuable intelligence inputs and displaying exemplary courage during rescue & relief operations during natural calamities. @DIAV20 @NorthernComd_IA

Attended the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 (Phase-1) where Gallantry Awards were conferred upon our brave personnel. We are proud of their extraordinary courage, commitment and selfless service to the nation.

#GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS and #MrsSunitaDwivedi, #PresidentAWWA, interacted with gallantry awardees and their families during the Defence Investiture Ceremony–2026 (Phase-I) held at the #ManekshawCentre, #NewDelhi, today. The event honoured Officers, Junior Commissioned Officers and Other Ranks for their exceptional courage, unwavering dedication and selfless service to the Nation. The #COAS commended the awardees for their steadfast devotion to duty and exemplary valour, noting that they embody the highest traditions of the Indian Army and continue to inspire generations to come. @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @DIAV20 @official_dgar @OfficialAwwa

In a solemn ceremony, #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS and #MrsSunitaDwivedi, #PresidentAWWA, interacted with the #VeerNaris and family members of gallantry awardees who were posthumously honoured during the Defence Investiture Ceremony-2026 (Phase-I) at #NewDelhi. #COAS also presented the Badge of Sacrifice and Certificate of Honour to the Next of Kin. He expressed solidarity with the families of the Bravehearts and assured them of the Indian Army's continued support. The Indian Army reaffirms its enduring commitment to honouring the courage, duty and sacrifice of its Bravehearts. @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @DIAV20 @OfficialAwwa

President Droupadi Murmu presented Gallantry Awards at the Defence Investiture Ceremony-2026 (Phase-I) held at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

RT @easterncomd: A Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was signed in between Regional Centre ECHS, #Kolkata and #AIIMS Kalyani for providing cash…

𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗥𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲. #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, felicitated five distinguished #Veterans during his visit to Lucknow for their exceptional contributions to nation-building, social welfare and community empowerment. Brigadier Vinod Kumar Baranwal (Retd), drawing upon his extensive military and medical experience, has continued to provide ethical, affordable and patient-centric ophthalmic care to the veterans fraternity. Colonel MM Ghosh (Retd) has remained focused on the upliftment of the people of his native place. The veteran has distributed free food and medicines, school uniforms and stationery to over 1000 students. Further, he has also regularly organised medical check-ups for the needy, free of cost. Lieutenant Colonel Krishna Chandra Mishra (Retd) continues to serve the society through veteran welfare and youth empowerment initiatives. He has dedicated himself to social service and veteran welfare in Basti District, Uttar Pradesh. Subedar Major Raghu Raj Singh remains actively involved in ESM welfare activities related to re-employment, re-settlement and resolution of land issues. The veteran has been instrumental in generating employment for more than 800 ESM in Indian Railways and more than 300 ESM in the dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation. Sergeant Mahendra Kumar Singh had commenced independent legal practice at Lucknow post his retirement and had devoted himself to the welfare of War Widows, Veer Naris and their dependents by providing legal assistance. “Service is a lifelong journey - building a stronger, united India.” #RespectAndRecognition @DIAV20 @suryacommand

#OurVeteransOurPride #WeCare Lt Gen Harjeet Singh Sahi, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, YSM, SM, Chief of Staff, HQ Western Command, chaired the Rajya and Zila Sainik Boards Collegiate on Veteran's Welfare at HQ Western Command. Representatives from the Directorate of Indian Army Veterans, HQ Western Air Command, and Rajya/Zila Sainik Boards of Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, UT Chandigarh and Jammu participated in the collegiate. The forum deliberated on key issues concerning the welfare of Veterans, Veer Naris and their dependents, with a focus on grievance redressal, welfare initiatives and strengthening support mechanisms at the grassroots level. The delegates subsequently interacted with Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh, AVSM, SM**, Army Commander, Western Command, who commended the collective efforts of all stakeholders and reaffirmed the commitment to ensuring the welfare, dignity and well-being of the veteran community. @adgpi @prodefencechan1

"𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝘃𝗮, 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁." #SignalsRecords, #1SignalTrainingCentre has established #ProjectNAMAN, a one-stop digital support centre dedicated to Veterans, #VeerNaris and Next of Kin. Designed as a SPARSH-centric facilitation hub, the centre provides free IT, pension and citizen services under one roof, ensuring ease of access, timely assistance and greater digital empowerment for the veteran community. Serving over 2.40 lakh beneficiaries, #ProjectNAMAN reflects the unwavering commitment of the #IndianArmy towards those who served the Nation with honour and their families who continue to remain an integral part of the military fraternity. Since February 2026, the centre has successfully delivered more than 2,137 free services, strengthening #DigitalInclusion and making essential welfare support more accessible, responsive and veteran-friendly. Through this meaningful initiative, #HQMBArea continues to uphold the spirit of care, respect and gratitude for Veterans, #VeerNaris and Next of Kin. #IndianArmy #SuryaCommand #MadhyaBharatArea #VeteranWelfare #NationFirst @adgpi @ProDefLko @PROdefprayagraj @PIB_India @HQ_IDS_India @PRODefDehradun @UBArea_IA

Veteran Achievers Award: Recognising Contributions, Rewarding Excellence. #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, felicitated five distinguished #veterans during his visit to #Pune for their exceptional contributions to #NationBuilding, social welfare and community empowerment. Lieutenant Colonel Vinod Marwaha (Retd), has made notable contributions in veteran resettlement, education, renewable energy and environmental conservation. His initiatives have provided vocational training, employment and welfare support to hundreds of ex-servicemen. Major Sanjay Shinde (Retd), has transformed his post-retirement journey into a mission of social entrepreneurship, empowering rural women, specially-abled persons and local families through Sun24 FMCG Pvt Ltd. Subedar Ajit Kallapa Patil (Retd), has dedicated himself to the welfare of ex-servicemen, widows and Veer Naris. Having assisted over 1,500 beneficiaries in pension-related matters and founded Sainik #NariShakti Samstha. Sergeant Suresh Shivram Dumbre (Retd), has rendered commendable service in mental health awareness, de-addiction support and community outreach through Parivartan Trust, Pune. His efforts have helped reduce stigma, encourage early treatment and promote social inclusion. Naik Sampat Shamrao Jadhav (Retd), has consistently supported ex-servicemen, widows and the local community through pension guidance, ECHS assistance, tree plantation, blood donation camps, cleanliness drives and women’s self-help groups. “Service is a lifelong journey - building a stronger, united India.” #RespectAndRecognition @DIAV20 @IaSouthern

#WeCare #Motivate_Facilitate_Empower #Spreading_Smiles_Happiness 𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗔 - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗳𝗲 (#𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗖𝗮𝗳𝗲) On 27 May 2026, #MrsSunitaDwivedi, #PresidentAWWA, along with #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, dedicated 𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗔 - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗳𝗲 to our Children with Special Needs (#CwSN). Conceived by Mrs Sunita Dwivedi, this is a unique and noble initiative aimed at empowering CwSN and widows by creating meaningful employment opportunities, fostering confidence, dignity and self-reliance. The initiative has been supported by our #CSR partner, Diageo India (USL), 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲. Envisioned as a 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗔 𝗖𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱, #TheHopeCafe will be established across military stations to create sustainable avenues of empowerment and inclusion for #CwSN and widows. The initiative reflects continued commitment of #IndianArmy and #AWWA towards care, compassion, empowerment and inclusive growth of the community. #HopeCafe #ViksitBharat @adgpi @westerncomd_IA @NorthernComd_IA @suryacommand @IaSouthern @SWComd_IA @easterncomd @artrac_ia @MSJEGOI @pib_MoSJE @socialpwds @SMILE_MOSJE @PMOIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HSVB2047 @DIAV20 @HQ_IDS_India @PIB_India @ministrywcd

#WeCare #IndianArmy Serving those who served. #SouthernCommand organised a Mega Ex-Servicemen Rally at #Satara, attended by over 5000 #veterans, including 70 #VeerNaris and Veer Matas from South #Maharashtra. Organised by the Kolhapur Terriers and presided over by the General Officer Commanding, Dakshin Maharashtra & Goa Sub Area, the rally focused on veteran welfare, pension grievances, ECHS, financial assistance and outreach initiatives, with informative sessions by the Directorate of Indian Army Veterans (#DIAV) and Zila Sainik Kalyan Board. @adgpi @SpokespersonMoD @PRODefPune @DIAV20

Click on the link below youtu.be/bc-gIRbFKKU?si=NEqz… to watch #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS address students from schools and colleges during the ‘Sena Samvad’ event at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi. The initiative provided a platform for Citizen-Military dialogue aimed at strengthening the bond between the Armed Forces and the youth of the nation. During a fireside chat on ‘Leadership and Lessons for the Youth’, the COAS shared inspiring insights on life in uniform, leadership, values and selfless service to the nation. ‘Sena Samvad’ serves as a heartfelt bridge between soldiers, veterans and citizens, fostering a deeper understanding of the ethos, spirit and role of the Indian Armed Forces in #NationBuilding beyond the battlefield. @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD

Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, #ArmyCdrNC, chaired the #SynergyConference 2.0 and reviewed Key Veterans Welfare issues in presence of all stakeholders including Zila Sainik Board officers with a focus on resettlement, support to the dependents and their continued contribution towards #NationBuilding. The Army Commander reaffirmed Northern Command’s wholehearted support to the veterans community and exhorted all stakeholders to ensure that the service and sacrifices of Ex-Servicemen are given enduring respect, care and gratitude. Agendas for the forthcoming #RajyaSainikBoard meeting were also deliberated upon during the conference. #WeCare #NationFirst #IndianArmy #CivilMilitaryFusion @DIAV20 @firefurycorps @ChinarcorpsIA @Whiteknight_IA @adgpi

Veteran Achievers Award: Recognising Contributions, Rewarding Excellence #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, felicitated four distinguished veterans during his visit to Jabalpur for their exceptional contributions to nation-building, social welfare and community empowerment. Lieutenant Colonel Shri Chand Diwan (Retd), an Army Medical Corps veteran, has dedicated himself to providing free medical consultations and expert ECHS guidance to the veteran community. His valuable contributions have immensely supported the needs of veterans in the region. Subedar (Honorary Captain) V K Mishra (Retd) has been associated with an NGO and spearheads initiatives for the welfare of ex-servicemen, war widows and their families. Through a digital network of over 800 veterans, he acts as a liaison between the veteran community, local administration and pension authorities, ensuring effective grievance redressal. Havildar Jagdish Patel (Retd) provides selfless support to veterans and widows in the remote areas of Mandla, resolving pension-related issues. He is also actively involved in raising awareness in society about various women and child welfare schemes. Havildar Prabhakar Singh Parihaar (Retd), post-retirement, transitioned into the Madhya Pradesh Police and has established himself as a fitting ambassador of the Indian Army within the state administration. He has been providing steadfast support to serving personnel and veterans in resolving various grievances and legal issues. “Service is a lifelong journey - building a stronger, united India.” #RespectAndRecognition #Veterans #NationBuilding @DIAV20 @suryacommand

#SaptaShaktiCommand – Committed to Welfare of Veterans An ECHS Compliance and Governance Seminar was conducted by 61 Sub Area under the aegis of #SaptaShaktiCommand at Jaipur Military Station on 28 Apr 2026. #LtGenPSShekhawat, COS, #SaptaShaktiCommand attended the seminar and emphasised upon the importance & holistic approach towards a streamlined and genuine health support system, spanning from outpatient care to special investigations, hospitalisation and associated formalities. The seminar aimed to strengthen healthcare support for the Veterans. Representatives from empanelled hospitals, military hospitals, ECHS polyclinics, PCDA and Central Organisation ECHS actively participated and reaffirmed their commitment to provision of timely and quality healthcare for veterans through #ECHS. Veterans appreciated the collective assurance from all the stakeholders for quality healthcare and lauded #SaptaShaktiCommand's sincere efforts towards enhancing the efficiency of #ECHS. #IndianArmy #VeteranWelfare #DESW #DIAV #KSB @adgpi @SpokespersonMoD @PRODefRjsthn @DIAV20 @SainikKalyanRaj @armywelfarenews