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Gujarat Hosts Shaurya Sandhya to Honour Army's Bravery and Distinguished Service

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel attended the 'Shaurya Sandhya' cultural programme, honouring gallantry and distinguished service awardees of the Indian Army. The event was the centrepiece of the Southern Command Investiture Ceremony 2026 in Gandhinagar. The programme featured curated performances drawing on military heritage and concluded with a drone display, thematically anchored in the national vision of 'Viksit Bharat'. Senior military officials, including Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, were present at the event which paid tribute to the professionalism and dedication of armed forces personnel.

Key Points: Shaurya Sandhya: Gujarat Honours Army Gallantry Awardees

  • Tribute to armed forces' courage
  • Part of Southern Command Investiture Ceremony
  • Blended martial pride with culture
  • Aligned with Viksit Bharat vision
  • Featured drone display & performances
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Shaurya Sandhya - a gesture of respect, gratitude towards gallantry, distinguished service awardees, says Gujarat CM

Gujarat CM attends Southern Command's Shaurya Sandhya, a cultural tribute to gallantry and distinguished service awardees in Gandhinagar.

Shaurya Sandhya - a gesture of respect, gratitude towards gallantry, distinguished service awardees, says Gujarat CM
"It was a memorable evening curated as a mark of deep respect and gratitude to gallantry and distinguished service awardees. - Bhupendra Patel"

Gandhinagar, Feb 8

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has said that a cultural programme honouring gallantry and distinguished service awardees of the Indian Army formed the centrepiece of the Southern Command Investiture Ceremony 2026 in Gandhinagar.

The programme, titled 'Shaurya Sandhya', was organised as part of the investiture ceremony on Saturday and brought together serving personnel, veterans and civilian dignitaries to recognise acts of courage and service.

Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Command, and Air Marshal Tejinder Singh, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the South Western Air Command, were among those present, along with senior officers from the armed forces.

Hosted at the amphitheatre of the Mahatma Mandir Convention and Exhibition Centre, the programme featured a series of curated performances that drew on India's military heritage and cultural traditions.

The presentations combined elements of history, culture and martial arts, and concluded with a drone display.

Organisers said the performances were intended to pay tribute to the courage, sacrifice and dedication of members of the armed forces and citizens contributing to national security.

The thematic focus of the evening reflected the role of diplomacy, economy, defence and technology in shaping India's development and international standing.

The programme was aligned with the national vision of 'Viksit Bharat' and highlighted the traditions and values of the armed forces through a cultural format.

At the gathering, Chief Minister Patel said he was pleased to attend the programme organised by the Southern Command in Gandhinagar.

He described the evening as a gesture of respect and gratitude towards gallantry and distinguished service awardees.

"It was a memorable evening curated as a mark of deep respect and gratitude to gallantry and distinguished service awardees," CM Patel said.

He added that the programme blended martial pride with cultural expression and was thematically anchored in the idea of Viksit Bharat, while expressing gratitude to members of the armed forces for their service.

Senior military officials said the investiture ceremony and accompanying cultural programme were an integral part of the armed forces' tradition of recognising valour and commitment.

The event concluded with a collective tribute to the professionalism, discipline and dedication of Indian Army personnel, reaffirming the armed forces' commitment to duty and service to the nation.

- IANS

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Priya S
Heartwarming to see our bravehearts being honoured in such a dignified manner. The drone display must have been spectacular! My father served in the Army, and I know how much such gestures mean to the families as well. 🙏
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Rohit P
Good event, but I hope the respect translates into better on-ground support for veterans and their families. Sometimes after the ceremonies, the real struggles with pensions and healthcare are forgotten. The intention is noble, but follow-through is key.
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Sarah B
The thematic link to 'Viksit Bharat' is interesting. It's important to connect national development goals with the values of service and sacrifice. The armed forces are indeed a pillar of our nation's progress.
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Vikram M
Bharat Mata ki Jai! Events like these fill every citizen with pride. Our soldiers guarding the borders in Siachen or the deserts of Rajasthan are the real heroes. Glad to see them being celebrated with our rich cultural heritage.
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Kavya N
The article mentions it was for awardees. I truly hope the families of those who made the ultimate sacrifice were also invited and honoured. Their loss is immeasurable, and their presence would make the tribute complete.

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