January 15 is observed every year as Army Day in India. New Delhi: January 15 is observed every year as Army Day in India. Field Marshal Kodandera M Cariappa took over as the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army from General Sir Francis Butcher, the last British Commander-in-Chief on this day in 1949. Army day … Continue reading Army Day 2018: Important Things Students Should Know About Field Marshal KM Cariappa