He further added that the training institutions of the Indian Army had done a lot to equip the personnel with wary strategies. On Sunday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called India a “not very lucky” nation on the security front and called upon soldiers to keep an eye on internal and external foes, which he said are always active.
He was addressing Army personnel at the more-than-two-century-old Mhow cantonment in the Indore district of Madhya Pradesh.
With the security scenario in consideration, Bharat is not a very lucky country, as our northern and western borders keep facing trouble every other day, added Singh, who is on a two-day state tour.
Mhow cantonment, 25 km from Indore, houses premier training institutes, Army War College (AWS), Military College of Telecommunication Engineering and Infantry School other than the Infantry Museum and Army Marksmanship Unit. Singh is visiting the facilities.
“We also face challenges on the internal front. In the backdrop of this, we can’t sit quietly, unconcerned. Our enemies, whether internal or external, remain active always. In these circumstances, we must keep a close eye on their activities and take appropriate and timely effective steps against them,” he told the Armymen.
According to the defence minister, the Army’s role is crucial for making Bharat a developed and self-reliant country by 2047.
As the country’s defence minister, I would like to tell you that we should always be alert. This patch of time, though often referred to as peacetime, struck me deeply when I arrived and witnessed the discipline and dedication with which you are undergoing training. Your regimen is no less than that of a war,” he told the gathering.
“To maintain such a level of discipline, dedication and firm conviction are needed,” he added. He said he was impressed with the cleanliness at Army establishments and cantonments in the country.
“Your dedication to work inspires me. I can say that the most appealing thing is your devotion towards work and sense of responsibility. It is inspiring to all of us,” Singh said.
He told the Army personnel that the country and its borders were becoming more secure and tough because of their hard work and commitment.
