On Armed Forces Flag Day Shankar Mahadevan honored India's military, calling service members true heroes.

On Armed Forces Flag Day, Indian music legend Shankar Mahadevan said he felt deep pride after being honored by military leaders, Delhi’s Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, and Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena in New Delhi. He called the recognition unparalleled, emphasizing that service members are the true heroes and urging music to preserve national patriotism by sharing their stories. The event marked the first time the Delhi government honored all four service chiefs, with leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praising military sacrifices and encouraging public support for the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund. The day, observed since 1949, honors those who defend India’s security.