New Delhi: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday highlighted the significant role being played by the Indian Army in guarding our borders and fighting terrorism apart from providing assistance to the civil administration in every need of hour. He was addressing the troops at the Army Commander’s Conference 2023, which began on 16th of this month. Rajnath singh also emphasized that these higher leadership conferences are not only beneficial for the Armed Forces but also for the whole nation.
The Defence Minister also stressed upon the present complex and ambiguous world situation which affects everyone globally. He stated that “Unconventional and asymmetric warfare, including hybrid war will be part of the future conventional wars and the same is evident in the recent conflicts happening in various parts of world. This necessitates that Armed Forces should keep all these facets in consideration while planning and formulating strategies. We must keep learning from the incidents to include the global ones, happened in present as also in past. Expect the Unexpected and thereby plan, strategize and prepare accordingly”.
Simultaneously, the minister commended the Army’s activities on both the India-Pakistan and India-China borders. He stressed that the army’s diligent work contributes to peace and stability in the country.
Encouraging the Army’s steps toward self-reliance, Minister Rajnath Singh stated that the central government’s primary goal is to modernize weapons and equipment for every soldier through self-reliance. He assured that the central government will consistently support the armed forces.
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