‘Jai Hind’: Israeli Envoy Lauds Indian Soldiers On Army Day, Highlights Joint Security Cooperation

Last Updated:January 15, 2026, 11:16 IST

Israeli envoy Reuven Azar lauded Indian Army soldiers, highlighting India-Israel cooperation built on “trust, courage, and a shared commitment to safety and stability.”

Israel’s Ambassador to India Reuven Azar. (Image: X/@ReuvenAzar)

Israel’s Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, paid tribute to the brave soldiers of the Indian Army on Army Day on Thursday. In a post on X, Azar highlighted the ongoing cooperation between the armed forces of India and Israel, emphasising their joint efforts to strengthen capabilities to address security threats.

“On Indian Army Day, I salute the brave soldiers of the Indian Army. India and Israel’s armed forces will continue working together to develop the capabilities to confront security threats,” Azar wrote in a post on X.

The Israeli Ambassador noted that this partnership is founded on trust, courage, and a shared commitment to safety and stability, concluding his message with “Jai Hind.”

“Our cooperation is built on trust, courage, and a shared commitment to safety and stability. Jai Hind,” he further wrote.

‘A Symbol Of Selfless Service’: PM Modi Hails Indian Army

Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the Indian Army, stating that they stand as a “symbol of selfless service, safeguarding the nation with steadfast resolve, at times under the most challenging conditions.”

“Our soldiers stand as a symbol of selfless service, safeguarding the nation with steadfast resolve, at times under the most challenging conditions. Their sense of duty inspires confidence and gratitude across the country,” PM Modi said in a post on X.

He said the country remembers with deep respect those who have laid down their lives in the line of duty.

Further, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi also conveyed warm wishes to the ranks, veterans, and families of the Indian Army. “On the momentous occasion of the Army Day 2026, I extend my heartiest felicitation and warm wishes to all ranks of the Indian Army (IA), Veterans, Veer Matas, Veer Naris, Defence Civilians and their Families. We salute and honour the supreme sacrifice of our Bravehearts who have laid down their lives in the line of duty,” General Dwivedi wrote in his message.

Army Parade In Jaipur Today

The Indian Army is also holding a parade in Jaipur, the first time ever it is being held outside the cantonment area, at Mahal Road, Jagatpura. The Army will showcase a wide range of weapons, vehicles, drones, and defence systems. The parade will also mark the first public appearance of the Bhairav Battalion, raised as part of the Army’s recent restructuring and drawing on operational lessons from global conflicts, including its own Operation Sindoor.

Every year, Army Day is observed on January 15 to mark Field Marshal K M Cariappa taking over as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, replacing his British predecessor General Sir FRR Bucher in 1949.

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