The Armed Forces Flag Day has been observed in India since 7th December 1949. During this day, people contribute Armed Forces Flag Day Fund (AFFDF) to honour sacrifices made by soldiers in the line of duty. It will be used for the welfare of the armed personnel, ex-servicemen and also to rehabilitate battle causalities. The Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has recently announced that this day will be celebrated through December and has called on people to contribute to the fund.