Armed Forces Flag Day
December 7, Saturday
Immediately after India achieved independence, a need arose for the government to manage the welfare of its defence personnel. On August 28, 1949, a committee set up under the defence minister decided to observe a Flag Day annually on December 7. The idea behind observing a Flag Day was to distribute small flags to the general population and in return collect donations. Flag Day gains more significance as it considers that it is the responsibility of the civilian population of India to take care of the families and dependents of the armed forces personnel who fight for the country.
Armed Forces Flag Day in other years
- 2021 December 7, Tuesday
- 2022 December 7, Wednesday
- 2023 December 7, Thursday
- 2025 December 7, Sunday