Directorate of Indian Army Veterans

Directorate of Indian Army Veterans(DIAV) raised,14 Jan 2016 as Single Window Welfare & Grievance Redress facility for IndianArmy Veterans,Widows & Next of Kin.

[Directorate of Indian Army Veterans @DIAV20]

🇮🇳 *JAI से VIJAY* 🇮🇳

The Vision of the 31st Chief of the Army Staff
Assuming command of the #IndianArmy, General Dhiraj Seth began his tenure by paying solemn homage at the #NationalWarMemorial, honouring the bravehearts whose supreme sacrifice, courage and selfless devotion continue to inspire generations.
Expressing gratitude to the Hon’ble Prime Minister and the Hon’ble Raksha Mantri for their trust, he also paid tribute to General Upendra Dwivedi and all former Chiefs of the Army Staff, whose vision and leadership have shaped the Indian Army into a strong, resilient and trusted force.

Reaffirming the Army’s timeless ethos of #Duty #Honour #Nation First, the Chief assured the nation that the #IndianArmy remains Combat Ready, Battle Hardened and Future Ready —fully prepared to safeguard India’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and national interests.

VIJAY – The Roadmap Ahead

🛡️ V – Vigilance
#Alert #Ready #Resolute
Maintaining unwavering vigilance, operational readiness and decisive response across every domain.

⚙️ I – Innovation & Transformation
#Adapt #Transform #Modernise
Driving doctrinal, technological and capability transformation to remain ahead in the evolving character of warfare.

🤝 J – Jointness & Integration
#Integrate #Synergise #Nation-Build
Enhancing Tri-Service synergy, Military-Civil Fusion and a Whole-of-Nation approach towards Viksit Bharat 2047.

🇮🇳 A – Atmanirbharta
#Design #Develop #Dominate
Building a self-reliant force committed to “Winning Our Wars with Indigenous Solutions.

🪖Y – Yodha First
#Train #Empower #Honour
From the Agniveer to the senior-most #Veteran, every Yodha is the Army’s greatest strength. The welfare, empowerment and professional growth of #Veterans and #VeerNaris remain an enduring commitment.

The Enduring Ethos
🇮🇳 #Duty #Honour #NationFirst
🛡️#CombatReady #BattleHardened #FutureReady
🇮🇳 Serving the #Nation through Operational Excellence, Innovation and National Integration.

JAI ➜VIJAY

The Hon’ble Prime Minister’s mantra of “JAI” forms the foundation of the #IndianArmy’s roadmap to “VIJAY” -a vision to build a stronger, self-reliant, technology -enabled and future-ready force, committed to safeguarding the Nation and contributing to #ViksitBharat 2047.

Guided by the legacy of those who served before us, inspired by the sacrifice of our fallen heroes, and committed to putting the #Yodhafirst - the #IndianArmy marches from JAI to VIJAY.

जय हिन्द!

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‘Honouring the Families of Kargil Heroes’
On the occasion of #KargilVijayDiwas, Rajya Sainik Board, Rajasthan will organise 'Veerangana Samman' at 1500 hrs on 25 Jul 26 at Birla Auditorium, Jaipur, to honour the Veer Naris and Veer Matas of Rajasthan, whose loved ones made the supreme sacrifice during the #KargilWar.

Lt Gen Mohit Malhotra, #ArmyCdr#SaptaShaktiCommand, will join the esreemed Veterans, distinguished citizens and other dignitaries as the Chief Guest. The programme will feature the felicitation of the families of Kargil Bravehearts, stirring performances by the Indian Army Brass & Pipe Bands, and a patriotic skit depicting the valour and sacrifice of the heroes of #OperationVijay.
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[Directorate of Indian Army Veterans @DIAV20]

"Honouring courage. Empowering families."

The Directorate of Indian Army Veterans (@DIAV20) and Aditya Birla Capital Foundation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (#MoU), marking a significant step towards strengthening welfare initiatives for the #IndianArmy #Veteran community.

Rooted in a shared commitment to honouring the #courage and #sacrifice of those who served the #nation, this partnership will support welfare programmes for war widows, the families of soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty, their dependent children, and disabled soldiers.

Together, DIAV and Aditya Birla Capital Foundation reaffirm their commitment to ensuring that our heroes and their loved ones are remembered not just with gratitude, but through meaningful action and lasting care.

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#NationFirst

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"Committed to our Veterans, Steadfast in our Responsibility"

#CuttingEdgeBrigade of the #DotOnTargetDivision conducted a comprehensive Veterans Outreach programme at #HisarMilitaryStation to engage with ESM, Veer Matas and Veer Naris.

The aim was to highlight recent Government and Armed Forces initiatives and to connect them to #ZSB and #VSK. The outreach also addressed their concerns and reinforced the enduring bond that unites soldiers and their families with the Nation.

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[Army Women's Welfare Association @OfficialAwwa]

#MrsKomalSeth, #PresidentAWWA, during her visit to the Vocational Training Centre at Sukhna Military Station, was briefed on the various skill development projects and welfare initiatives aimed at empowering Army families. Appreciating the commendable efforts, she encouraged the families to embrace self-reliance through skill enhancement and entrepreneurship.

During her interaction with Families and Veer Naris, the President AWWA applauded their resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment, acknowledging them as the silent force behind every uniform. She reaffirmed AWWA’s commitment to their welfare, empowerment, and well-being.

#WeCare #Motivate_Facilitate_Empower #WomenEmpowerment #NariShakti

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[Directorate of Indian Army Veterans @DIAV20]

🇮🇳🌳 Project Veerangana Van: Where Valour Takes Roots 🌳🇮🇳

The Directorate of Indian Army Veterans (@DIAV20 ), in partnership with 14 Trees Foundation, has launched Project #VeeranganaVan — a unique initiative where #VeerNaris and #WarWidows honour their brave-hearts by planting 🌱 living memorials.

🌳 Every tree symbolises #Courage #Sacrifice #Resilience #EternalRemembrance, ensuring that the legacy of our heroes continues to flourish for generations.

🤝 DIAV remains steadfast in its commitment to Recognising, Supporting and Empowering #VeerNaris, reaffirming that the #IndianArmy stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the families of its fallen heroes.

🌿 14 Trees Foundation, led by Pravin Bhagwat and represented by Dr. Shubha Tripathi, Project Head – #Veerangana Van, brings its expertise in community-driven afforestation and environmental stewardship to this meaningful endeavour.

💚 Together, DIAV and 14 Trees Foundation are planting more than trees—they are nurturing remembrance, resilience and hope.

🇮🇳 A tribute that grows… A legacy that lives forever.

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#NeverForgotten
#LivingMemorials
#NationFirst
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#GreenLegacy
#Remembrance
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[Directorate General of Resettlement @dgrIndia]

#DGR invites applications from retired Offrs & JCOs (below 60 yrs) for management of COCO Retail Outlets on contractual basis for 3 yrs:
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[NCC GP HQ Calicut @nccgpcalicut]

A proud milestone for Kerala's Defence Veterans! The first-ever #NAMANSPARSH Centre has been inaugurated at NCC Group Kozhikode, offering dedicated grievance redressal for veterans, war widows & next of kin. A powerful step ensuring timely support to those who served the Nation#

[ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY @adgpi]

Veteran Achievers Award: Recognising Contributions, Rewarding Excellence

#GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, felicitated five distinguished Veterans – Colonel Tondup Wangail (Retd), Major Rinchen Dolma Kolto (Retd), Subedar Major (Honorary Captain) Sonam Morup (Retd), Subedar Major (Honorary Captain) Tashi Chhepal, VrC (Retd) and Naik Ghulam Haider (Retd), during his visit to @firefurycorps, in recognition of their exceptional contributions towards veterans' welfare, healthcare, community development and #NationBuilding.

Through their selfless initiatives, the awardees have transformed healthcare delivery in remote regions of Ladakh, expanded outreach to Ex-Servicemen and Veer Naris, promoted skill development and self-reliance, secured land and welfare measures for veteran families, strengthened community welfare, and provided steadfast support to veterans requiring medical care.

'Service is a Lifelong Journey; Building a Stronger, United #India.'

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[ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY @adgpi]

Veteran Achievers Award: Recognising Contributions, Rewarding Excellence

#GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, felicitated seven distinguished Veterans - Colonel Gyan Prakash Misra, SM (Retd), Colonel Raghuvir Singh Bhaskar (Retd), Lieutenant Colonel Shikha Garg (Retd), Risaldar Major (Honorary Captain) Liaqkat Ali (Retd), Subedar (Honorary Captain) Om Prakash (Retd), Subedar Major Sumer Singh (Retd) and Havildar Jeeva Raj Singh (Retd) at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi in recognition of their exceptional contributions towards Veteran welfare, education, youth empowerment, social service, environmental sustainability and Nation-building.

Through their selfless initiatives, the awardees have championed sustainable waste management and renewable energy, supported Veterans and Veer Naris, resolved pension grievances, promoted education for underprivileged children, empowered communities through social welfare programmes, advanced environmental conservation, encouraged sports and youth development and mentored aspiring candidates towards successful careers in the Armed Forces.

‘Service is a Lifelong Journey; Building a Stronger, United #India.’

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[EasternCommand_IA @easterncomd]

Under the aegis of #EasternCommand, HQ 51 Sub Area, in collaboration with the #RegionalSainikBoard, #Assam and #AssamRegimentalCentre under #101Area, organised an outreach programme for #VeerNaris and Veeranganas of #Kamrup and #Nalbari districts at #Amingaon.

More than 100 #VeerNaris, Veeranganas and their dependents received assistance on pension-related matters, #SPARSH services, documentation and other welfare issues.

The #IndianArmy remains steadfast in its commitment to the welfare and well-being of our #VeerNaris and #Veeranganas.

#पूर्वी_कमान के तत्वावधान में, #101Area के अंतर्गत HQ 51 Sub Area ने क्षेत्रीय सैनिक बोर्ड, #असम तथा #असम_रेजिमेंटल_सेंटर के सहयोग से #अमिंगांव में #कामरूप एवं #नलबाड़ी जिलों की #वीर_नारियों एवं #वीरांगनाओं के लिए एक विशेष आउटरीच कार्यक्रम आयोजित किया।

इस कार्यक्रम में 100 से अधिक वीर नारियों, वीरांगना���ं एवं उनके आश्रितों को पेंशन संबंधी मामलों, #SPARSH सेवाओं, दस्तावेज़ीकरण तथा अन्य क��्याणकारी विषयों पर सहायता प्रदान की गई।

#भारतीय_सेना अपनी #वीर_नारियों एवं #वीरांगनाओं के कल्याण और उनके समग्र हितों के प्रति सदैव प्रतिबद्ध है।

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[Directorate of Indian Army Veterans @DIAV20]

From Job Seekers to Job Creators

The Directorate of Indian Army Veterans @diav20/ #AdjutantGeneralsBranch/
#IndianArmy and Skills Development Network of Wadhwani Foundation have signed an #MoU on 23 Jun 2026 to facilitate micro - entrepreneurship training for retiring soldiers. This initiative is much more than just skill training-it is about channelising the courage, discipline and leadership of our Army personnel into innovation and enterprise creation. With dedicated programs, mentorship and access to resources, our #Veterans will be equipped to launch start-ups, create jobs and continue serving the #Nation in a new avatar. A proud leap towards
#ViksitBharat, where the spirit of service finds new meaning and contribution
towards #NationBuilding.

#TakingCareOfOurOwn

#IndianArmyWeCare

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[ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY @adgpi]

Veteran Achievers Award: Recognising Contributions, Rewarding Excellence.

#GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, felicitated five distinguished Veterans, Lieutenant Colonel Mohammad Gaffar (Retd), Subedar Major (Honorary Captain) M K Sinha Roy (Retd), Subedar (Honorary Captain) Umesh Khadgi (Retd), Havildar Deepak Chettri (Retd) and Havildar Sonam Lama (Retd), during his visit to Bengdubi Military Station in recognition of their exceptional contributions towards Veteran welfare, youth empowerment, community development and Nation-building.

Through their selfless initiatives, the awardees have made a lasting impact by supporting Veterans and Veer Naris, mentoring youth, promoting healthcare and social welfare, rehabilitating vulnerable sections of society and contributing towards community development.

#COAS lauded their exemplary service beyond the uniform and their continued commitment to Nation-building, commending them for embodying the enduring values and ethos of the #IndianArmy.

#COAS also interacted with Veterans, appreciated their invaluable contributions to the Nation and reaffirmed the #IndianArmy's unwavering commitment towards the welfare and well-being of the Veteran fraternity and their families.

‘Service is a Lifelong Journey; Building a Stronger, United #India.’

#RespectAndRecognition
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[ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY @adgpi]

Veteran Achievers Award: Recognising Contributions, Rewarding Excellence.

#GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, felicitated four distinguished Veterans, Colonel Dibya Shankar Bhattacharya, Havildar Bhabi Ram Boro, Honorary Naib Subedar Mohan Kumar Jaishi and Naik Sengcho Yame, with the ‘Veteran Achievers Award’ during his visit to Tezpur, in recognition of their exceptional contributions towards Veteran welfare, social empowerment, education, entrepreneurship and Nation-building.

The awardees have made a lasting impact in their respective fields through initiatives focused on youth mentorship, support to Veterans and Veer Naris, preservation of the legacy of the Nation's martyrs, environmental conservation, civil defence, skill development and livelihood generation for local communities. Their efforts continue to drive positive social change and contribute meaningfully to national development.

#COAS lauded the awardees for their exemplary service beyond the uniform and their unwavering commitment towards community development and Nation-Building. He commended them for embodying the enduring values and ethos of the #IndianArmy and serving as an inspiration for future generations.

‘Service is a Lifelong Journey; Building a Stronger, United #India.’

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[ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY @adgpi]

Veteran Achievers Award: Recognising Contributions, Rewarding Excellence.

#GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, felicitated five distinguished Veterans with the ‘Veteran Achievers Award’ for their exceptional contributions towards Veteran welfare, social upliftment, education, entrepreneurship and nation-building during the Retiring Officers Seminar at New Delhi.

Brigadier HPS Bedi (Retd) was recognised for his contributions to community development through initiatives in education, women empowerment, veteran welfare and social outreach, benefiting numerous lives.

Colonel Sunil Prem (Retd) was honoured for advancing veteran resettlement through skilling, employment and entrepreneurship initiatives, empowering veterans and military families.

Lieutenant Colonel Parveen Kumar Gupta (Retd) was recognised for establishing a veteran-led enterprise that has generated employment and supported the Armed Forces and government organisations.

Havildar Jaswinder Singh (Retd) was honoured for his efforts in community welfare, youth development, promotion of sports, blood donation drives and anti-drug awareness initiatives.

Sepoy Arbind Kumar Ojha (Retd) was recognised for his dedicated work towards the welfare of veterans, Veer Naris and their dependents through outreach and humanitarian initiatives.

‘Service is a Lifelong Journey; Building a Stronger, United #India.’

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#IndianArmy
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[EasternCommand_IA @easterncomd]

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 वे��रन्स 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 उ��के परिवारों के कल्याण एवं सम्मान के प्रति अटूट प्रतिबद्धता को प्रतिबिंबित करती है।

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[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

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.

[Army Women's Welfare Association @OfficialAwwa]

#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.

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[ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY @adgpi]

#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.

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[ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY @adgpi]

#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.

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