Vijay Diwas greetings
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, December 15 2012:
On the occasion of Vijay Diwas which falls on December 16 , Lt Gen AK Sahni, SM, VSM, GOC of 3 Corps conveyed his greetings and best wishes to all ranks of the Army, Ex-Servicemen, civilians and their families residing and deployed in the North Eastern states.
"16 December is a glorious day in the annals of history of the Indian Army made possible due to the supreme sacrifice of our valiant soldiers during the 1971 Indo-Pak War.
The Indian Army changed the course of history with its undeterred courage, dedication and professionalism, bringing glory and honour to the nation," the GOC said in a greeting message.
Our comrades who are carrying out these tasks along the Chinese border and the North East, in trying conditions, are upholding the glorious traditions of valour, sacrifice and steadfast devotion to duty, the Lt Gen AK Sahni, observed while complimenting all those deployed in these areas for their immense contribution in guarding the border and combating terrorism.
On the occasion of Vijay Diwas, the GOC also saluted the brave soldiers who shaped the victory and called upon all ranks to rededicate themselves in the service of the Motherland.
He also reinforced the three abiding principles which form the basic pillars of the ethos of Army � professionalism, secularism and devotion to duty.