Dr. Simrit Kahlon As a part of Operation Aman, the army recently handed over a large chunk of agricultural land to the locals in Morha Kampla, Nowshera that had been mined during mobilisation of Indian troops during Operation Parakram in 2001-02. The demining operation was launched soon after the stand down of troops; by 2006 a major portion of the mine fields were cleared … [Read more...] about Anti-personnel mines: imperative for India due to security constraints
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Army’s decision to continue Sadbhavna is well appreciated
Jaibans Singh The Indian Army has reiterated its commitment to carry on with its welfare initiative in Jammu and Kashmir called Operation Sadbhavna. While a majority of people in the state would be rejoicing due to this good news, there would definitely be a small segment of anti-social, anti-national, divisive, disruptive, secessionist, anarchist and separatist elements who … [Read more...] about Army’s decision to continue Sadbhavna is well appreciated
Amarnath Yatra: Faith unshakable despite evil disruption attempts
Jaibans Singh The pilgrimage to the holy cave of Amarnath in the Kashmir Valley is scheduled to commence on 2 July, on the auspicious day of “Massik Shivratri” in accordance with the Hindu calendar and culminate on 18 August, coinciding with “Raksha Bandhan.” The holy cave of Shri Amarnath is located at the head of the Sind Valley in Kashmir, flanked in the north by the great … [Read more...] about Amarnath Yatra: Faith unshakable despite evil disruption attempts
Army ropes in Tata Motors for skill development of Kashmir youth
Defenceinfo Bureau Report Udhampur: The Indian Army, under its welfare and development initiative, Operation Sadbhavna has tied up with Tata Motors for training of Kashmir youth as Automobile Service Technicians The first thirteen weeks certified training course has been scheduled at the TATA Motors facility at Ropar, Punjab. 29 youth from Kashmir have been selected for … [Read more...] about Army ropes in Tata Motors for skill development of Kashmir youth
Disparity in grants for gallantry award winning soldiers should be removed
Dr. Simrit Kahlon On Independence Day, 15 August 2015, the President of India, on behalf of the citizens of the country and in accordance with tradition, acknowledged the contribution of the armed forces of the nation and bestowed its deserving soldiers with gallantry and distinguished service awards. The awarded of two Kirti Chakra, five Saurya Chakra and 50 Sena Medals, … [Read more...] about Disparity in grants for gallantry award winning soldiers should be removed