Mhow (Madhya Pradesh): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday called upon the Armed Forces to continue keeping a vigilant eye on the current geopolitical scenario, and always remain alert and ready to deal with any kind of threats.
He commended the courage and vigilance of the Indian Army personnel in safeguarding the borders and ensuring national security.
Rajnath emphasised that there are times when India faces challenges on the borders as well as on the internal front, which makes it imperative for the soldiers to keep a close eye on the activities of the adversaries and take timely and effective steps against them, a Defence Ministry statement said.
The Minister was on a visit to the three premier training institutes of the Indian Army — Army War College (AWC), Infantry School and Military College of Telecommunication & Engineering (MCTE) — in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh.
Interacting with all ranks of the three institutes during Barakhana organised at AWC, Singh said, “Your dedication and devotion to duty are an inspiration to all of us. It is due to your hard work and commitment that our country and its borders are becoming increasingly secure and strong”.
He asserted that the Government’s aim is to make India a developed and self-reliant nation by 2047, and the Armed Forces will play a crucial role in achieving this goal.
“You are the protectors of our borders, and the forerunners in nation building. I am sure that you will continue securing our borders with courage & dedication, and contribute in realising the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047,” Rajanth said.
The Defence Minister lauded the valuable contribution of the training institutions of the Indian Army in making the personnel proficient in military strategies and skills of warfare.
Singh was briefed by the Officiating Commandant on the establishment of Advanced Incubation & Research Centre and the various MoUs towards enabling absorption and transformation of technologies.
Rajnath visited the Army Marksmanship Unit to witness their contribution towards national sports. He also visited the Infantry Museum, where he was briefed on the history of Infantry as well as the induction of modernised equipment into the Infantry.
The Defence Minister was accompanied by Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi and other senior officers of the Indian Army.
Earlier, he visited the Bhim Janm Bhoomi, a memorial dedicated to Dr BR Ambedkar in Mhow, and paid homage at his birthplace. Singh described Dr BR Ambedkar as an epitome of selfless service, who dedicated his life for social equality and empowerment.
UNI