The Indian Army inaugurated a three-day "Know Your Army" - Mega Equipment & Motivational Exhibition at the Colaba Military Station, Mumbai, on 29 October 2026. The event was inaugurated by Lt Gen DS Kushwah, General Officer Commanding Maharashtra, Gujarat & Goa Area, in the presence of senior civil bureaucracy and Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) officials.The opening day witnessed an enthusiastic response, with an approximate footfall of 30,000 visitors, including schoolchildren, students, faculty members and general public. The event provided visitors with an opportunity to gain first-hand exposure to the Indian Army's equipment, traditions, professional ethos and diverse activities.
The day's programme featured a Weapons and Equipment display, a Military band performance, a Drone demonstration, Bayonet Fighting, an Army Martial Arts presentation, Taekwondo, Khukri Dance, Chendu Melam, and a Mallakhamb show. Interactions with achievers, motivational videos and activity areas added to the experience, offering visitors a closer appreciation of the discipline, teamwork, skill and dedication associated with military service.Visits by various school children formed a major part of the day's participation. The exhibits and interactions generated enthusiasm among young visitors, providing them with an opportunity to learn about the Armed Forces beyond textbooks and classroom discussions. The event also enabled Mumbai's civilian population to engage with the Indian Army and gain a better understanding of life in the Indian Army, responsibilities of its personnel, including those serving in challenging operational environments.
The event reflects the Indian Army's continued commitment to strengthening civil-military relations, encouraging youth participation and fostering patriotism, national integration and awareness about the Armed Forces.The "Know Your Army" event will continue on 30 and 31 October 2026, from 0900 hours to 1600 hours, at the same venue, with further demonstrations and activities open to the public.
