Bipin Rawat Birth Anniversary: Late CDS Bipin Rawat Would Have Turned 65 Today. Tributes Pour In

On the eve of Late CDS Rawat's birth anniversary, Army chief Gen MM Naravane announced setting up of 'Chair of Excellence' in memory of India's first CDS Bipin Rawat

Bipin Rawat. (file photo)

New Delhi: Political leaders paid tributes to India's first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and 27th Chief of Indian Army Bipin Rawat on his 65th birth anniversary on Wednesday. CDS Bipin Rawat died in a helicopter crash near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu on December 8. 

On the eve of Late CDS Rawat's birth anniversary, Army chief Gen MM Naravane announced setting up of 'Chair of Excellence' in memory of India's first CDS Bipin Rawat at the United Service Institution of India (USI). Leaders on Wednesday have paid tributes to Late CDS, Bipin Rawat, by tweeting.

Here are some of the tweets:

To honour General Bipin Rawat's contribution to Armed Forces. Gen MM Naravane formally instituted "General Bipin Rawat Memorial Annual Chair of Excellence".

#Tribute

To honour General Bipin Rawat’s contributions to the Armed Forces, especially in the field of Jointness & Integration, Gen MM Naravane, #COAS & officiating Chairman #COSC formally instituted “General Bipin Rawat Memorial Annual Chair of Excellence” at #USI. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/ztTaMkfOLt

— ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) March 15, 2022

Union Minister of Education and Minister of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Dharmendra Pradhan remembered CDS Rawat calling him an epitome of patriotism. 

Remembering the brave son of India, first CDS, General Bipin Rawat ji on his birth anniversary.

An epitome of patriotism, valor and courage, he dedicated his life to the service of the nation. His contributions will continue to guide and inspire future generations. pic.twitter.com/9WVYJA6dJU

— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) March 16, 2022

Indian National Congress (INC) salutes late CDS on his 65th birth anniversary.

A billion salutes to brave son of Bharat Mata and first Chief of Defence Staff, General Bipin Rawat, on his birth anniversary. His courage & valour, his vision & leadership will continue to inspire generations in the service of our nation. pic.twitter.com/oXWXcv6ocd

— Congress (@INCIndia) March 16, 2022

Taking to Twitter, Union Minister for Housing, Hardeep Singh Puri, remembered the valiant son of India.

Remembering the valiant son of India, one of the finest soldiers & first CDS General Bipin Rawat Ji on his birth anniversary. @DefenceMinIndia @adgpi @indiannavy @IAF_MCC pic.twitter.com/07sLHPBhuH

— Hardeep Singh Puri (@HardeepSPuri) March 16, 2022

The Chief Minister of Tripura, Biplab Kumar Deb, paid his humble tributes.

Humble tributes to India's first CDS, General Bipin Rawat Ji on his Jayanti.

The nation will remain indebted to him for his commitment & dedication to protecting the nation by empowering our Army, Navy, and Air Force with his expertise.

— Biplab Kumar Deb (@BjpBiplab) March 16, 2022

The President & MD of SAP India, Kulmeet Bawa, Salutes Gen. Bipin Rawat on his 65th birth anniversary

A big salute to Gen. Bipin Rawat on his 65th birthday - India’s first CDS and one of her bravest sons. You left too soon but you shall never be forgotten. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 @DefenceMinIndia #IndianArmy pic.twitter.com/gt4LlZnp8Q

— Kulmeet Bawa (@kulmeetbawa) March 16, 2022

Pratima Bhoumick, Member of Parliament, paid her heartfelt tributes to Gen Bipin Rawat.

Heartfelt tribute to India’s first Chief of Defence Staff, General Bipin Rawat Ji on his birth anniversary.

An epitome of patriotism, valor and courage, he dedicated his life to the service of the nation. His contributions will continue to guide and inspire future generations. pic.twitter.com/Qe1EAxk6yf

— Pratima Bhoumik (@PratimaBhoumik) March 16, 2022

 Former Union Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Rathore paid his humble tributes calling CDS Bipin Rawat 'A brave son of Ma Bharati'.

Humble tributes to India's 1st CDS Gen Bipin Rawat Ji on his birth anniversary.

A brave son of Ma Bharati, he made unprecedented contributions to strengthen India's security apparatus.

He will continue to guide & inspire the defenders of our great nation.

Jai Hind 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/o25bShpYSS

— RajyavardhanRathore (@Ra_THORe) March 16, 2022

Pema Khandu, Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, pays tributes to Gen Rawat.

Heartfelt tribute to India’s first Chief of Defence Staff, General Bipin Rawat Ji on his birth anniversary.

Known as people’s General, he will always remain alive in our heart and memory. pic.twitter.com/4RwSI12xp9

— Pema Khandu པདྨ་མཁའ་འགྲོ་། (@PemaKhanduBJP) March 16, 2022