Dalmia Cement Honours76 War Veterans in Celebration ofIndia’s 76th Independence Day

Bhubaneswar: Dalmia Cement Bharat Limited(DCBL), one of the nationsleading cement manufacturers and subsidiary of Dalmia Bharat Limited (DBL), ushered in the celebrations of India’sIndependence by honouring 76 of the nation’s war veterans.Themed, ‘Saluting 76,’ the felicitation ceremony was held in different cities acrossEastern states in India.

The celebration began with the hoisting of the National Flag and singing of the national anthem. This was followed by a programmehonouring the veterans who had served in the Indian Army and security services and recognized for their brave contributions.They were presented with a plaque, a trophy, a shawl, an Indian National Flag and a booklet highlighting the 76 heroes.The event was attended by Dalmia Cement state leaders, partners, and other key dignitaries.

The chosen 76 veterans belonged to the four states of East India- West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand and Bihar. Theevent was launched in 2022, keeping with the Central Government’s “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” initiative, which commemorates India’s 76th anniversary of independence.