**Executive Summary**
The fifth edition of the Tri-Services Veterans Day Parade was held in Mumbai on January 11, 2026, from 0800 hrs to 1100 hrs, ahead of Veterans Day on January 14. The parade, flagged off by Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, involved over 500 veterans and aimed to honor veterans, strengthen ties between citizens and soldiers, and inspire youth to join the Armed Forces. The Navy Foundation Mumbai Chapter (NFMC) led the event, supported by Headquarters Western Naval Command.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Event Details:**
* Fifth edition of the Tri-Services Veterans Day Parade.
* Date: January 11, 2026 (Sunday).
* Time: 0800 hrs to 1100 hrs.
* Location: Marine Drive, Mumbai.
* Flagged off by: Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan.
* **Parade Participation:**
* More than 500 veterans participated.
* Included gallantry award winners, octogenarians, and nonagenarians.
* Other participants included: military band, NCC and SCC cadets, and members of the serving community
* **Parade Route:**
* Commenced from the NCPA end of Marine Drive.
* Covered a stretch of nearly two kilometres.
* Concluded at NCPA.
* **Organizers & Supporters:**
* Lead Agency: Navy Foundation Mumbai Chapter (NFMC).
* Supported by Headquarters Western Naval Command.
* **Notable Participants:**
* Captain Raj Mohindra (Retd), aged 92.
* Commander Vijay Vadhera (Retd), Vir Chakra awardee.
* Commander Anoop Verma.
* Lt Cdr Farokh Tarapore, Arjuna Award winner and Asian Games medallist.
* **Purpose:**
* Commemorates the contributions of India's veterans.
* Marks the retirement of Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa on January 14, 1953.
* Strengthens the bond between citizens and soldiers.
* Creates awareness about veterans' sacrifices.
* Inspires youth to join the Armed Forces or undertake national service.
**Impact Analysis**
**Veterans**
* **Impact:** Honored and recognized for their service, and provided an opportunity to participate in a commemorative event.
* **Action Required:** Veterans who want to participate in such events need to stay updated on upcoming parades and associated information.
**Families, Citizens, and Bystanders**
* **Impact:** Provided an opportunity to show their support for veterans and witness a patriotic display.
* **Action Required:** No specific action required, but encouraged to attend future events and show their appreciation for veterans.
**Youth**
* **Impact:** Exposed to the values of service and sacrifice, potentially inspiring them to consider joining the Armed Forces or undertake national service.
* **Action Required:** Consider attending such events to learn about the importance of service and potentially explore opportunities to contribute to the nation.
Key Entities Referenced
Tri-Services Veterans Day: A day commemorating the contributions of India's veterans and marking the retirement of Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa, first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army.
Marine Drive: Location of the Tri-Services Veterans Day Parade in Mumbai.
Mumbai: City hosting the Tri-Services Veterans Day Parade.
Ministry of Defence: The Union ministry under which the press release was issued
Navy Foundation Mumbai Chapter (NFMC): Lead agency that conducted the parade
Ministry of Defence
Mumbai Hosts Fifth Edition of Tri-Services
Veterans Day Parade at Marine Drive
प्रव तथ: 11 JAN 2026 5:15PM by PIB Mumbai
:Mumbai, 11th January, 2026
Mumbai witnessed the fifth edition of the Tri-Services Veterans Day Parade at Marine
Drive on Sunday, 11 January 2026, from 0800 hrs to 1100 hrs, ahead of the annual
Veterans Day on 14 January. The event was flagged off by Vice Admiral Krishna
Swaminathan, AVSM, VSM, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval
Command, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Senior officers from the
Army, Navy and Air Force, along with other dignitaries, were also present.
More than 500 veterans, including gallantry award winners, octogenarians and
nonagenarians, participated in the parade, reaffirming Mumbai’s distinction as the
only city in the country to host a city-level parade to commemorate Veterans Day.
The parade commenced from the NCPA end of Marine Drive, covered a stretch of
nearly two kilometres, and concluded at NCPA, where felicitation functions were
held.Veterans, dressed smartly and wearing their medals, were warmly cheered by
families, citizens and bystanders along the Marine Drive promenade. Patriotic
slogans, informal interactions, and applause marked the occasion. The presence of
the military band, NCC and SCC cadets, and members of the serving community
added colour and inspiration to the event. The Chief Guest also walked a few steps
alongside veterans, Veer Naris, and ex-servicemen as a mark of solidarity.Tri-Services Veterans Day commemorates the contributions of India’s veterans and
marks the retirement of Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa, the first Indian Commander-
in-Chief of the Indian Army, on 14 January 1953. The event also aims to strengthen
the bond between citizens and soldiers, create awareness about veterans’ sacrifices,
and inspire youth to join the Armed Forces or undertake national service.
The parade was conducted by the Navy Foundation Mumbai Chapter (NFMC) as the
lead agency, with active support from Headquarters Western Naval Command.
Notable participants included Captain Raj Mohindra (Retd), aged 92, Commander
Vijay Vadhera (Retd), Vir Chakra awardee Commander Anoop Verma, Lt Cdr Farokh
Tarapore, Arjuna Award winner and Asian Games medallist, among several other
decorated veterans.
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