For the first time, Bhuj will host the BSF Raising Day 2025 celebrations. Amit Shah to attend. BSF women guards perform at Smritivan band show.
Historic Celebration Marks 60 Glorious Years of Border Security Force
Bhuj, Gujarat: For the first time ever, Bhuj will proudly host the national-level BSF Raising Day celebrations. The grand event will be organized at the 176th Battalion on Mundra Road, marking 60 years of the Border Security Force’s service to the nation.
Every year, December 1 is celebrated as BSF Raising Day to honor the brave soldiers of India’s first line of defense — the Border Security Force — who protect the nation’s frontiers in every condition, from scorching heat to freezing cold and torrential rains.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah to Grace the Ceremony
According to official sources, the Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be the chief guest at the main event scheduled for November 21, 2025. Preparations are in full swing across Bhuj, with local authorities and BSF personnel ensuring that the celebrations reflect both discipline and national pride.
This is the first time in 60 years that the BSF Raising Day will be celebrated in Bhuj, making it a landmark event for Gujarat and the entire country.
Women BSF Guards Perform Patriotic Band Show at Smritivan
As part of the pre-event awareness campaign, a special band performance was organized at Smritivan.
In this event, 28 women BSF personnel took center stage with an inspiring pipe band performance, delivering melodious tunes that echoed patriotism and unity.
Over 25 members of the all-women BSF band played soulful patriotic music, receiving standing ovations from visitors and locals. The audience saluted the women soldiers for their discipline, dedication, and musical tribute to the motherland.
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Public Awareness Drive to Honor the BSF’s Legacy
The event at Smritivan was organized to create public awareness about the importance of BSF’s role in safeguarding India’s borders. It also aims to inspire young citizens and highlight the increasing participation of women in India’s defense forces.
With Bhuj set to host the BSF Raising Day 2025, the city is witnessing heightened enthusiasm, pride, and national spirit. The celebrations will not only commemorate six decades of service but also symbolize the evolving strength and diversity of India’s security forces.
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About BSF Raising Day
The Border Security Force (BSF) was established on 1 December 1965, following the Indo-Pak war, to ensure stronger border protection for India. Since then, BSF has become the world’s largest border guarding force, with a legacy of courage, sacrifice, and unmatched commitment.
The annual BSF Raising Day pays tribute to every soldier who has served and continues to defend India’s borders with honor and integrity.
