Defenceinfo Bureau Report General Bikram Singh visited the sensitive Ladakh region over three days from August, 17. This was his maiden visit to the region after taking over as Army Chief. He was briefed in detail about the prevailing security environment, infrastructure, development projects and various initiatives undertaken by the Army in Ladakh. Over the next two days he … [Read more...] about Army Chief visits the strategically sensitive region of Ladakh
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62 brave hearts awarded for gallantry
Defenceinfo Bureau Report The grateful Nation, on the occasion of the country’s 66th Independence Day, has bestowed awards for conspicuous gallantry displayed in service of the nation upon 62 of its brave soldiers, The gallantry awards to armed forces personnel and members of paramilitary forces include 15 Shaurya Chakras (The third highest gallantry award in India), one Bar … [Read more...] about 62 brave hearts awarded for gallantry
Army Chief visits 11 Corps; stresses upon operational preparedness and discipline
Defenceinfo Bureau Report The Army Chief, General Bikram Singh, along with Western Army Commander Lt General Sanjiv Chachra visited the Jullunder based 11 Corps as a part of his ongoing familiarisation and interactive itinerary. The corps is commanded by Lt General Sanjeev Madhok. In accordance with the established norm set by the Chief, he addressed all officers of the Corps … [Read more...] about Army Chief visits 11 Corps; stresses upon operational preparedness and discipline
Army Chief calls for commitment and professionalism; assures timely modernisation
Defenceinfo Bureau Report The Army Chief, General Bikram Singh, in a significant address to officers at Jaipur on July, 31, reiterated the external and internal challenges facing the Army and the collective efforts required in overcoming the same through commitment and professionalism. He emphasised on maintaining a high threshold of operational readiness to enable efficient … [Read more...] about Army Chief calls for commitment and professionalism; assures timely modernisation
General Bikram Singh attends meeting of Indian Ex-services League
Defenceinfo Bureau Report The Army Chief, General Bikram , attended the General Council Meeting of Indian Ex-Services League (IESL) held on July, 26, 2012. IESL is the apex organisation of ex-servicemen of the country recognized by the Government of India. On arrival, the COAS laid a wreath on the statue of late Field Marshal KM Cariappa in the IESL compound. In his address, … [Read more...] about General Bikram Singh attends meeting of Indian Ex-services League