The merger of Amar Jawan Jyoti with the eternal flame at the National War Memorial has triggered a political storm. Critics say it's an insult to Indian traditions. Army veterans say it was long overdue. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Amar Jawan Jyoti merger row

The Amar Jawan Jyoti at the India Gate was merged with the eternal flame at the National War Memorial in Delhi. India's Chief of Integrated Defence Staff Air Marshal B R Krishna presided over the ceremony.

Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate merged with torch at National War Memorial

Amar Jawan Jyoti’s eternal flame at the India Gate lawns will be merged with the National War Memorial's torch on Friday. For over 50 years, the flame has been burning.

Amar Jawan Jyoti’s eternal flame at India Gate to get merged with National War Memorial's torch

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