Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reiterated the government's commitment to the welfare of armed forces veterans, mentioning the implementation of the "one rank, one pension" scheme and provision of healthcare and re-employment. The Armed Forces Veterans' Day is celebrated on January 14 every year to recognise the service rendered by the first Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Field Marshal K M Cariappa, who retired on this day in 1953.
