SADA SATARK Veterans celebrate 84th Intelligence corps raising day in Coimbatore

The Tamil Nadu Chapter of SADA SATARK Veterans celebrated the 84th Raising Day of the Intelligence Corps at Jenneys Residency in Coimbatore on October 31, bringing together more than 100 veterans for a grand reunion.
The event celebrated the veterans’ shared history, honoured their comrades and highlighted the chapter’s future initiatives. The programme began with the distribution of welcome kits, followed by Tamil Thai Vazhthu and the Intelligence Corps Song. A one-minute silence was observed in memory of veterans who passed away during 2025-2026.
The ceremonial lamp was lit by Subedar Major and Honorary Captain Balamurugan (Retd), along with the women participants. Chapter President Colonel T.M. Shanmugham (Retd) delivered the presidential address, while Colonel Hariharan, VSM (Retd), addressed the gathering virtually.
A major highlight was the unveiling of the official logo of the SADA SATARK Veterans – Tamil Nadu Chapter.
The programme also featured musical performances by ABAK Music Academy and a patriotic song by Jaishree. Awards were presented to outstanding achievers by Colonel T.M. Shanmugham (Retd) and Colonel A. Raja Pillai (Retd) of HQ DB Area, in a ceremony led by Havildar J.S. Subramanyam (Retd).
Nb Subedar (Dr.) Saravanan Parthasarathy (Retd), Ph.D., delivered a motivational address, while Honorary Subedar Major Vasanth (Retd) conducted a session on cyber awareness.
The gathering also discussed the welfare initiatives, mission, vision and future plans of the association. Honorary Subedar Major Vinayagam (Retd) outlined the chapter’s objectives and plans for supporting veterans and their families.
The celebrations concluded with a group photograph, buffet lunch, introduction of newly inducted members, musical performances and the National Anthem.