In a heartwarming moment that captured the spirit of inclusion and leadership, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi joined a specially-abled athlete in a push-up challenge during the Shauryaveer Run for India event on October 26. The run, organized as part of the 79th Shaurya Diwas celebrations, commemorated the Indian Army’s decisive role in Jammu & Kashmir’s accession to India in 1947.
The viral video shows General Dwivedi matching push-ups with Anurag Rawat, a cerebral palsy athlete from Uttarakhand, amid cheers from participants. The spontaneous gesture by the Army Chief has been widely lauded as a symbol of empathy, motivation, and the Army’s commitment to inclusivity.
The Shauryaveer Run, jointly organized by the Indian Armed Forces and RED FM, drew thousands of participants — including soldiers, veterans, youth, and civilians — all united in honoring the courage and sacrifice of India’s soldiers.
Observed every year on October 27, Shaurya Diwas marks the day Indian troops landed in Srinagar in 1947 to repel tribal invaders, securing Jammu and Kashmir for India. This year’s event also aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, promoting fitness, unity, and national pride.
The 2025 edition of the run saw massive participation across age groups and abilities, reaffirming the message that courage, resilience, and patriotism transcend physical boundaries.
