Ex-Servicemen Rally Organised at Abohar Military Station on 15 February 2026

 

Jaipur, Sunday, 15 February 2026

The Indian Army’s Amogh Division under Sapta Shakti Command successfully organised an Ex-Servicemen Rally and Medical Camp at Abohar Military Station on 15 February 2026. The rally catered to veterans from three districts of Punjab—Fazilka, Sri Muktsar Sahib, and Faridkot—and two districts of Rajasthan—Sri Ganganagar and Hanumangarh.

The event witnessed overwhelming participation, with more than 3,000 veterans, Veer Naris, Veer Matas, and their Next of Kin (NoKs) attending from across the region.

The rally was graced by Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh, Army Commander, Sapta Shakti Command; Mrs. Barinder Jit Kaur, Regional President, Sapta Shakti AWWA; and Lieutenant General Shamsher Singh Virk, GOC, Chetak Corps, along with civil dignitaries. Senior Army officers and representatives from various welfare organisations were also present, reaffirming the commitment of civil and military authorities to ensure sustained support, timely delivery of entitlements, and structured engagement with Ex-Servicemen welfare mechanisms.

The event commenced with a vibrant cultural programme featuring performances by students of APS Abohar and the Military Pipe Band, celebrating the spirit of soldiering and highlighting the pivotal role of veterans in nation-building.

Multiple Record Offices, banks, police departments, MSMEs, and government welfare agencies—including DIAV, AWPO, ECHS, and Zila Sainik Boards—set up dedicated help desks and stalls to assist veterans with grievance redressal, documentation updates, pension-related queries, and employment opportunities. A comprehensive Medical Camp was also organised, providing health check-ups and specialist consultations.

Addressing the gathering, the Army Commander reaffirmed the commitment of Sapta Shakti Command towards ensuring regular communication, interaction, empowerment, recognition, and comprehensive care for veterans, Veer Naris, and Veer Matas.

The rally concluded with a felicitation ceremony, during which Veer Naris, Veer Matas, and war-wounded veterans were honoured with tokens of appreciation for their distinguished service and sacrifice to the nation. Mobility aids and essential equipment were distributed to disabled Ex-Servicemen, including three three-wheeler e-scooters, 24 wheelchairs, 26 hearing aids, 50 walking sticks, 10 BP machines, 10 oximeters, and substantial financial assistance.

Veterans and Veer Naris expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Indian Army and the State Government for organising the rally, which provided an invaluable platform to reconnect, gain awareness about welfare schemes, and receive on-ground assistance from various agencies.

Sapta Shakti Command reiterated its steadfast commitment to the welfare and well-being of veterans and their families. The Ex-Servicemen Rally 2026 stands as a testament to the Indian Army’s enduring bond with its veterans and Veer Naris, reaffirming the nation’s collective respect, gratitude, and responsibility towards those who have served with honour and pride.