The history of the indian army refers to the story of their sacrifices , evolutions, and the transformation over the centuries , to become the bestest and the powerful military forces over the world. from the starting of origin it is under the colonial rule to become the one of the powerful modern military forces.as indian army adopted to meet the nation securities or challenges.
Establishment of the Indian Army Pre-1947
It is started with the armies of the British East india company during the 18th centuries,where modern indian army roots lies on the british army.IN 1776 the East india company started/formed military departments in india’s state like Calcutta , Madras and Bombay. NOW these presidency armies later are identify as the British Indian army.
IN 19th and early 20th centuries Indian soldiers fought in several global conflicts under the British command, which including are :
World War I (1914–1918) World War II (1939–1945)
Over 2.5 million Indian soldiers served in World War II, making it one of the largest volunteer forces in history.
This period shaped the structure, discipline, and regimental system that still influences the Indian Army today.
Post-Independence Transformation (1947)
Indian as earns independence on 15 August 1947. the british indian army had divided between India & Pakistan.
From here the war between Pakistan and India begins
The war between pakistan and india after independence is about taking Jammu & kashmir . The key moments are included in (1947-1948) was : 1.Airlifting of Indian troops into Srinagar. 2.Defense of Kashmir valley
This war established the Line of Control (LoC).
Major Conflicts with INDIA
1962 – Sino-Indian War
India fight for Sino-Indian War against China over border disputes. India suffered heavy losses, and leading to a major defense reforms.
1965 – Indo-Pak War
India go against with Pakistan over Kashmir. Ended by a UN-mandated ceasefire.
1971 – Indo-Pak War
One of the India’s greatest military victories.
Led to creation of a new country Bangladesh.
Over 90,000 Pakistani troops surrendered after loosing war from India.
1999 – Kargil War
Conflict with Pakistan in the Kargil sector.
Operation Vijay
High-altitude warfare
Indian Army recaptured occupied peaks
–INDIAN Army present structure
Indian Army do task or operates under the Ministry of Defence it consists of different tasks and they are :
–INDIAN ARMY DO TASK UNDER THE ;
The professional head of the Indian Army is the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), a four-star General responsible for operational readiness, training, and administration. The COAS advises the government on military matters and oversees the Army’s strategic planning and combat preparedness.
The Indian Army motto:
“Service Before Self”
