By OUR STAFF REPORTER

Haldwani, 30 Apr: Displaying Indian Army’s unwavering commitment towards its Veterans, Veer Naris, Widows and their families, Military Station Haldwani organised an Ex-Servicemen outreach rally, ‘Sampark, Soochna aur Sewa’, for Ex-Servicemen of Kumaon region, here, today.

The rally covered two districts of Uttarakhand. More than 1500 Ex-Servicemen, Veer Naris and their dependants attended.

The rally was attended by Lieutenant General Mukesh Chadha, Chief of Staff, HQ Central Command, accompanied by Major General Rajendra Rai, SM Chief of Staff HQ UB Area. In his address the Lt General highlighted Indian Army’s solidarity with its veteran fraternity and assured that the organisation was sensitive to their needs and would take every step to ensure they are looked after well. He also reassured the audience about the Army’s aim to provide quality health care, ensuring dignity and early resolution of their problems. The General Officer expressed gratitude to the soldiers who have protected the sovereignty, unity and integrity of the Nation with unmatched courage and sacrifice. He also paid rich tributes to those who laid down the lives in the line of duty.

The Rally was aimed at facilitating the Ex-Servicemen community to address their grievances related to pension, personal documentation and other anomalies. It witnessed a significant turnout of Veterans, Veer Naris and Widows. The General Officer also interacted with the veterans and Veer Naris. During the rally the General Officer felicitated Veer Naris and also gifted retrofitted Mobility Scooters to two disabled Veterans. Financial assistance was also provided to Five Veer Naris/ Dependants.

The rally featured a comprehensive range of facilities to address the unique needs and concerns of the veterans. A large number of assistance booths were established to provide guidance and support on crucial aspects including health care, pension anomalies, ECHS polyclinic services as well as State Government Schemes. The Military Hospital and Government Medical College organised a medical camp to address medical and health needs.