January 18, 2025 6:25 PM.
The maiden Veterans’ Day Parade was organised by Eastern Naval Command on the occasion of the 9th. Armed Forces Veterans Day at RK Beach, Visakhapatnam, today.
The parade was flagged off by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command (ENC). The event drew widespread participation from Flag officers, personnel from ENC, senior civil dignitaries, all three wings of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), and Sea Cadet Corps reflecting the spirit of collective gratitude.
The parade celebrated the indomitable spirit of the veterans and reinforced the nation’s commitment to honouring their service and sacrifices.
As part of the event, specialised help desks were set up by the three services for sharing updates on recent policies and resolving service-related issues. Additionally, representatives from SPARSH {System for Pension Administration (Raksha)}, Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), and prominent banks offered support for resolving pending matters concerning veterans.