Aim to strengthen ties with veteran community
SRINAGAR: In a significant outreach initiative aimed at strengthening ties with the veteran community, the Chinar Corps of the Indian Army organised an Ex-Servicemen (ESM) Rally at the Chinar Nau Jawan Club, Boniyar, on Friday, which witnessed enthusiastic participation from a large number of veterans and their families.
The rally served as a comprehensive platform for veterans to engage constructively with fellow ex-servicemen and representatives of local Army formations, facilitating meaningful interaction, dissemination of welfare-related information, and resolution of issues concerning the veteran community.
A wide array of dedicated service counters was established to provide integrated assistance, including a Zila Sainik Board Counter for addressing pension-related grievances and welfare matters, counters by various banking institutions to educate veterans on investment avenues and financial planning, a Medical Assistance Counter offering basic healthcare consultation and treatment, and a dedicated SPARSH Portal Counter enabling veterans to resolve pension-related issues, update personal records, access pension information, and understand digital services available through the platform.
During the event, the Commander of the Pir Panjal Brigade interacted extensively with the veterans and reaffirmed the Indian Army’s unwavering commitment to their welfare. Addressing the gathering, he emphasised that the Army remains steadfast in its resolve to support, empower, and engage with ex-servicemen through sustained outreach initiatives and welfare-oriented programmes.
The Ex-Servicemen Rally stands as a testament to the Indian Army’s enduring ethos of service beyond uniform and its deep-rooted commitment to honouring the invaluable contributions of its veterans and their families.