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1. When is the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) Raising Day celebrated every year?
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) celebrates its Raising Day on October 24 annually to commemorate its founding in 1962, following the Sino-Indian War. This elite paramilitary force safeguards India's sovereignty, securing the India-China border in the Himalayas. With over 88,000 personnel, ITBP has evolved into a multi-dimensional force, handling border security, disaster relief, internal security, and international sporting events.