New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid rich tributes to late Field Marshal Kodandera M. Cariappa, the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, on his birth anniversary while addressing the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Rally at Cariappa Ground in Delhi yesterday.
“We are holding this event of Annual NCC rally at the ground named after Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa. In 1947, his wit and intelligence helped in gaining a decisive edge in the war. Today (Jan. 28) is his birth anniversary. I pay tributes to him on behalf of all the citizens,” said Modi.
