Join us in celebrating the spirit of Army Day 2024 with the first-ever “Know Your Army” Mela organized by Headquarters Army Training Command (HQ ARTRAC) at Shimla. This grand event, scheduled for 15th and 16th January 2024, promises a showcase of Indian Army achievements, exciting demonstrations, and engaging competitions. Here’s a glimpse of what awaits you at the event:
“Know Your Army” Mela Schedule:
15th January 2024 (Army Golf Course, Annandale)
- Sky Diving Demonstration by Army Adventure Wing (8:00 AM onwards)
- Army ‘Pipe Band’ Display
- Display by Army ‘Kalaripayattu Team’ (Ancient Indian Martial Art)
- Display by Army ‘Gatka Team’
- Dog Show
- Equipment/Weapon Display Stalls
- Information and Motivation Stalls
- Food Court
16th January 2024 (The Ridge, Shimla)
- Equipment/Weapon Display (2:30 PM onwards)
- Drawing/Painting Competition
- Extempore Speech Competition for Adults/Children
- Display by Army ‘Kalaripayattu Team’
- Display by Army ‘Gatka Team’
- Army ‘Pipe Band’ Display
- Chhavi Souvenir Shop
- Display by Army Entrepreneurs
Competitions for School/College Students:
Drawing/Painting Competition:
- Date and Time: 16th January 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
- Venue: Amateur Dramatics Club, The Ridge, Shimla
- Age Categories: Junior (6-12 yrs) and Senior (13-17 yrs)
- Topics: Explore your creativity on themes such as “India Army Soldiers in War,” “My Country, My Army,” and “Life in the Army.”
- Materials: Bring your own colors; no water/acrylic colors allowed. A3 sheets provided.
- Winners: Medal of Appreciation and Certificate by HQ ARTRAC
Extempore Speech Competition:
- Date and Time: 16th January 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- Venue: The Ridge, Shimla
- Age Categories: Junior (13-17 yrs), Senior (17-22 yrs), and Adults (Open to All)
- Topics: Engage in thoughtful discussions on topics like “Women in Military,” “Role of Indian Army in Nation Building,” and more.
- Limited seats: First come, first served basis. Only 10 entries per category.
- Speaking time: 2-3 minutes maximum.
- All participants receive a Certificate after the event.
How to Participate:
To register for the drawing/painting and extempore speech competitions, share your name, class, school name, and WhatsApp number via email at keekli.500@gmail.com. The deadline for registration is 14th January 2024. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with the Indian Army, witness thrilling displays, and showcase your talents at the drawing/painting and extempore speech competitions. Let’s come together to make the Army Day 2024 celebration a grand success in Shimla!
