Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, addressed over 5,000 veterans at the “Devbhoomi Mega Veterans Rally” in Dehradun, emphasizing the importance of veterans in shaping the narrative around the Indian Armed Forces on social media. He announced initiatives aimed at enhancing veterans’ welfare, including an Integrated Veterans Wellness and Seva Kendra and new ECHS polyclinics to improve healthcare access. General Chauhan called on the youth to draw inspiration from the legacy of veterans while highlighting an economic initiative to empower local cooperatives for sourcing dairy and agricultural products. This rally underscores the commitment of both Central and State Governments to support the veterans’ community and strengthen the ties between military heritage and local development.