Guwahati, Dec. 7 -- Assam also joined the rest of the nation in observing the Armed Forces Flag Day as Lok Bhavan, Assam, celebrated the day under the leadership of Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya at its premises in Guwahati on Sunday.

It may be noted that since 1949, December 7 has been observed as the Armed Forces Flag Day throughout the country to honour the martyrs and the men in uniform who valiantly fought and continue to fight on the borders to safeguard the country's honour.

On this occasion, Governor Acharya paid his rich homage to the valour and sacrifices of India's soldiers at a special ceremony held at Lok Bhavan.

Addressing an assembly comprising Veer Naris, disabled soldiers, veterans, serving personnel and senior digni...