2018 16-31 August Vol 65 No 16 ` 5 SAINIK Samachar

Nation Pays Rich Tributes to Former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee pic: DPR Photo Division

The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind paying homage at the Amar Jawan Jyoti, India Gate, on the occasionThe President, of 72nd Shri Independence Ram Nath Day,Kovind in Newpaying Delhi tributes on August to the 15, former 2018. Prime The three Minister, Service Shri Chiefs: Atal Admiral Sunil Lanba, General BipinBihari Rawat Vajpayee and inAir New Chief Delhi. Marshal B.S. Dhanoa are also seen. pic: DPR Photo Division

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi paying tributes to the former Prime Minister Shri Atal The President, Shri Ram Nath KovindBihari Vajpayeeat the ‘At inHome’ New Delhi.function, organised on the occasion of 72nd Independence Day, at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi on August 15, 2018. In This Issue Since 1909 Nation Pays Homage to former Prime 4 Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee

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resident of India writes to Smt Namita Kaul Bhattacharya on the passing away of Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee; PAtalji was truly the Renaissance Man of Indian Politics, writes President n his message, the President said, “My condolences at and an administrator and finally as Prime Minister. He Ithe passing of Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee; my heartfelt was truly the Renaissance Man of Indian politics. emotions are with you and others in the family in this As the Prime Minister of India, Atalji was an example moment of profound tragedy. Atalji’s death is of course of grace under pressure, and of decisive leadership a personal loss for you and others at home. It is also in challenging circumstances. The Pokhran tests of a personal loss for me. It was his stature and dignity 1998, the Kargil crisis of 1999, the economic changes that attracted me to public life, as I gave up the legal his government brought about, and the growth and profession to become his colleague. Working with him development track on which it put our country’s GDP – was an unforgettable experience. Years later, when I his was a term rich in achievements and in legacy. The called on him after being elected President of India, he Bharat Ratna conferred on him in 2015 was a fitting was bed-ridden but responded as only he could with a manifestation of India’s affection and gratitude. The movement of his eyes. Silently I felt he blessed me. loss of this large-hearted, larger-than-life leader will be Atalji’s loss has also been felt in millions of homes sensed not only in India but across the world. across the country. He was our much loved former Please once more accept my deepest condolences Prime Minister, a national leader of rare distinction and convey these to the countless friends and admirers and a statesman of modern India. In his long and of Atalji. May the Almighty give you and other members distinguished public career, he touched innumerable of the family the strength and courage to bear this lives in innumerable ways – as a freedom fighter and an irreparable loss”. intellectual, as a writer and a poet, as a parliamentarian - PIB

The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind laying wreath on the mortal The Vice President, Shri M Venkaiah Naidu paying floral tributes to remains of the former Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, at the former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, at his residence in Smriti Sthal, in Delhi. New Delhi.

The Defence Secretary Shri Sanjay Mitra paying homage to the former The Chief of Army Staff, Gen Bipin Rawat paying homage to the former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee at his residence in New Delhi. Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee at his residence in New Delhi.

4 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 The Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Sunil Lanba paying homage to The Vice Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal SB Deo paying homage to the former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee at his residence the former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee at his residence in New Delhi. in New Delhi.

The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind paying homage to the former The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi paying homage to the Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, at Smriti Sthal, in New former Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, at Smriti Sthal, in Delhi. New Delhi.

The Raksha Mantri, Smt Nirmala Sitharaman laying wreath on The Raksha Rajya Mantri, Dr Subhash Bhamre laying wreath on the mortal remains of the former Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari the mortal remains of the former Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, at Smriti Sthal, in New Delhi. Vajpayee, at Smriti Sthal, in New Delhi.

The Defence Secretary, Shri Sanjay Mitra laying wreath on the The Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat laying wreath on mortal remains of the former Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari the mortal remains of the former Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, at Smriti Sthal, in New Delhi. Vajpayee, at Smriti Sthal, in New Delhi.

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 5 The Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Sunil Lanba laying wreath on The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa laying the mortal remains of the former Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari wreath on the mortal remains of the former Prime Minister, Shri Vajpayee, at Smriti Sthal, in New Delhi. Atal Bihari Vajpayee, at Smriti Sthal, in New Delhi.

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6 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 President's Address to the Nation On the eve of India’s 72nd Independence Day

collective life as a nation is a tribute to our freedom fighters – and a commitment to accomplish whatever is still unaccomplished. If we define freedom in narrow, political terms, then August 15, 1947, marks a closure. It was the day the political struggle against an imperial power culminated in success and in our Independence Day. But freedom is a broader concept. It is not fixed and finite. Freedom is a constant and relentless endeavour. Even decades after 1947, each one of us can contribute in the manner of a freedom fighter. We can do so if we expand the frontiers of freedom and of opportunity for our fellow Indians and our beloved India. Dear Fellow Citizens Our farmers grow food for tens of thousands of fellow citizens whom they have not individually met and My greetings to you as we complete 71 years as an will never meet. They are upholding our freedom by independent nation. Tomorrow we will commemorate ensuring food security and nutrition for our children. As our 72nd Independence Day. For every Indian, whether we assist our farmers by providing access to technology living at home or anywhere else in the world, August and other facilities for enhanced productivity and 15 is sacred. It is marked on our calendars as a enhanced incomes, we live up to the principles of our celebration of our sovereignty. We unfurl our national freedom struggle. flag with great joy and enthusiasm in workplaces, municipalities, panchayats, colleges, schools, homes and Our Armed Forces stand guard valiantly on our neighborhoods. Our Tricolor is a symbol of our national borders, up in the cruel climate of the mountains or pride. It is a constant reminder of our striving and our under the blazing sun, or in the skies or at sea. They self-belief. It is a day to look back with satisfaction and are upholding our freedom by ensuring security from gratitude for what we have been able to achieve due to external threats. As we give them better weapons and the efforts of successive generations of our elders. And equipment, build supply chains for such equipment in it is a day to renew our resolve to fill the gaps that still India itself, or ensure welfare benefits for our soldiers, remain in our nation building project – gaps that our we live up to the principles of our freedom struggle. talented young people will no doubt fill. Our police and paramilitary forces take on a variety Freedom came to our country on the Midnight of challenges. In battling terrorism, in fighting crime and of August 14-15, 1947. It was the result of years and law and order disturbances, or even in helping ordinary decades and centuries of sacrifice and valour on the citizens by holding their hands while they cross a part of our ancestors and our revered freedom fighters. flooded street. In doing this, they are upholding our civic These were men and women of rare courage and freedom. As we improve their professional and personal foresight. They came from all regions of the country, all conditions, we live up to the principles of our freedom sections of society, all communities and all social and struggle. economic groups. They could easily have compromised Women have a special role in our society. The and settled for some personal benefit, but they did not. expansion of freedom in our country in many senses Their commitment to India – to a free, sovereign, plural amounts to the expansion of freedom for women in our and egalitarian India – was absolute. It was my privilege country. This is true whether we see them as mothers, to honour these freedom fighters on the anniversary of sisters, daughters or simply as women who are entitled to ‘Quit India Day’ on 9th August in Rashtrapati Bhavan. a life of their choosing – and deserving of the opportunity We are fortunate that we have inherited the legacy and the security to fulfil their potential. They could do of such remarkable patriots. They left us with a free this as sheet-anchors of our families or as absolutely India, but they also left us with unfinished tasks for the critical entrants to our institutions of higher learning and development of our society, for the empowerment of the our workforce. The choice is theirs; as a nation and as a proverbial last person, for their liberation from poverty, society we must ensure that they have the right and the and social and economic inequality. Every breath in our ability to exercise that choice.

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 7 As we take this process further, by facilitating credit achievable and attainable. We are at a pivotal moment. for women-run enterprises and start-ups or by easier Let contentious issues and extraneous debates not availability of LPG in millions of kitchens and millions distract us. of homes, we live up to the principles of our freedom After four years, we will be marking the 75th struggle. anniversary of Independence. In less than 30 years, our Our young people, both boys and girls, represent people will celebrate the 100th anniversary of India as a the hope and optimism of India. Our freedom struggle free nation. The decisions we take today, the foundations saw the active participation of the young and the old, we lay today, the projects we undertake today, the social but its energy was provided by the young. They chose and economic investments we make today – whether different modes or activism in their quest for liberty – but for the immediate future or for the medium term – will their resolve and their idealism, their passion for a free determine where we stand. The pace of change and India, for a better India, for a more equal India, was non development in our country is rapid and appreciable. negotiable. And as per our civilisational traditions, it is driven by our Today, as we ignite the fire within our youth, by people, by civil society and by a partnership between building capacities for skilling and scholarship; for citizen and government. Its focus, again in keeping with technology, engineering and entrepreneurship; for the essence of Indian thought, is on a better life for the creativity and crafts; for playing music and producing less fortunate. mobile apps, for excelling in sports, we are harnessing I will give you just one example. The Gram Swaraj the unlimited human capital of our youth. In doing so, Abhiyan is taking seven flagship programmes to the very we live up to the principles of our freedom struggle. doorstep of the poorest and the most deprived among I have given only a few examples; there could be our fellow citizens. These services include access to many more. The reality is that every Indian who does his electricity, access to the formal banking system, access or her job with sincerity and commitment, who contributes to welfare and insurance programmes,and access to to society by being true to a professional ethic, be it immunisation in hitherto hard-to-reach areas. The Gram the doctor’s ethic, the nurse’s ethic, the teacher’s ethic, Swaraj Abhiyan has been extended to 117 Aspirational the public servant’s ethic, the factory worker’s ethic, the Districts where, seven decades after Independence, we business-person’s ethic, the ethic of those who have to still have stark gaps in the development narrative. care for ageing parents who brought them up with love Not surprisingly there is a significant overlap and sacrifice – each of these and many others are in their own way upholding the values of freedom. They are between the populations of these districts and historically providing the fruits and goods and services of freedom weaker communities, such as Scheduled Castes and to fellow citizens. Every citizen of India who does his or Scheduled Tribes. As such, we have an opportunity to her duty sincerely, fulfils a personal and professional raise the quality of life for those of our fellow citizens obligation and keeps to a given word is, at a fundamental who have unfortunately remained at the bottom of the level, upholding the principles of our freedom struggle. pyramid. The Gram Swaraj Abhiyan is not being carried I would argue that every Indian who does not jump the out by government alone. It is a collaboration of public queue and respects the civic space and rights of those agencies and community groups, with selfless citizens ahead in the line also lives up to the principles of our who are keen to share, to empathise and to give back. freedom struggle. It’s a very small gesture. Let us try and Dear Fellow Citizens abide by it. Independence Day is always special, but this year Dear Fellow Citizens there is an unusual significance attached to it. In a few You may wonder if what I have said so far would weeks, on 2nd October, we will begin the commemoration not have held true in the years gone by, maybe 10 or of the 150th birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. Gandhiji did 20 years ago or even earlier. To some extent, it certainly not just lead our freedom struggle. He was and still is would. Even so, we are at a juncture in our history our moral compass. In my capacity as the President of that is very different from any period we have so far India, I have been fortunate to have travelled around experienced. We are at the cusp of achieving many of the world, particularly to a few countries of Africa. our long-awaited goals. Universal access to electricity, Everywhere, across continents, Gandhiji is mentioned, the elimination of open defecation, the elimination of cherished and remembered as an icon for all humanity. homelessness, the very elimination of extreme poverty is He is the embodiment of India.

8 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 It is not always simple to understand Gandhiji. He our concern for entire humanity by providing assistance refused to be restricted in his definition of politics and to many African countries, taking initiatives on the political activism, or even of freedom. When Gandhiji issue of climate change, contributing to United Nations and his wife Kasturba, travelled to Champaran in Peacekeeping Operations in different parts of the world, Bihar for the indigo farmers’ agitation, they devoted helping neighbouring countries affected by natural a considerable part of their time to educating local disasters, rescuing people from other countries along people, particularly women and children, as well as with our own people, trapped in a conflict zone. In the teaching them about hygiene and health. Here, and on spirit of Gandhiji and the spirit of India, we share the other occasions, Gandhiji personally led the drive for practice of yoga for health and well-being, and using swachhta or cleanliness. He linked the removal of dirt to technology for development. We are Gandhiji’s children. an act of self-discipline and of promoting physical and We dream for all humanity, even when we walk alone. mental health. Dear Fellow Citizens Many were puzzled at that time. What does all In my engagements with students and university this have to do with freedom? For Gandhiji, they were authorities all over India, I have urged students to spend the centre-piece of the quest for freedom. This was a a few days – maybe four or five days in a year – in struggle, according to him, not just for political power a village. Undertaken as part of what may be termed but for empowering the poorest of the poor, educating “University Social Responsibility”, this will help students the uneducated, ensuring the right to a dignified life understand our country. It will allow them to observe and and a feasible livelihood for every village, for every participate in social welfare programmes and see how neighbourhood, for every family – and for every they are making an impact. It will be of benefit to the individual. individual student and to the village, as well as to the Gandhiji spoke of swadeshi with an uncommon zeal. country. It will also invoke the fervour of our freedom To him this was a pride in promoting Indian creativity struggle, and the identification of every citizen with the and an Indian sensibility. Nevertheless, he was alive to national mission. intellectual currents from the rest of the world. He invited I am gratified by the idealism and the passion of our these to enrich our learning. To him, Indian civilisation young people. There is a spirit to achieve something for was defined by open windows and not closed doors. oneself, for one’s family, for wider society and for our This was his concept of swadeshi and it is still relevant country. This is the most moral education we can wish to us as we engage with the world – whether for our for. The outcome of education is not merely a degree or economy, our health, education and social aspirations, a diploma, but the commitment to help improve the life or our policy choices. of another in a way that is sustainable. This is empathy Perhaps Gandhiji’s most noble mantra was to point and fraternity in action. This is the Indian spirit. This is out that the power of ahinsa is far greater than the power India, because India belongs to the people of India – not of hinsa. The power to stay your hand is far greater than just to the Government. the power to strike with your hand and hinsa has no Together we can help every citizen in our country. place in the society. The weapon of ahinsa was the Together we can conserve our forests and natural most effective weapon Gandhiji gave us. Like his other heritage, we can safeguard our monuments for future teachings, it was rooted in the ancient wisdom of India generations, we can renew our rural and urban habitats. and yet has a resonance in the 21st century and in our Together, we can eliminate poverty, illiteracy and daily lives. inequality. We can and we must do this together. The This Independence Day, so close to the 150th government has a leading role but not the sole role. anniversary commemoration of Gandhiji, let each of us Let us use the government’s programmes and projects adapt his ideas and maxims, in whatever manner we to further our own efforts. Let us make that sense of can in our everyday work and conduct. I can think of no ownership our motivation. better way to celebrate our freedom. I can think of no With those words, I once again wish you and your better way to celebrate Indianness. families all the best for Independence Day and best And this Indianness is not for us alone. It is part of wishes for a bright future. what our country and our civilisation bring to the global Thank you stage. In the spirit of Gandhiji and the spirit of India, we believe in the age-old ideal of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam Jai Hind! or the “World is one Family”. This is why we demonstrate - PIB

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 9 PM addresses Nation from Ramparts of Red Fort on 72nd Independence Day

he Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, addressed Tthe nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort, on the occasion of the 72nd Independence Day. Asserting that India is today brimming with self- confidence, the Prime Minister mentioned developments such as the success of Navika Sagar Parikrama by six young women naval officers, and the achievements of young Indian sportspersons from humble backgrounds. He mentioned the blooming of Neelakurinji flowers in the Nilgiri hills, a phenomenon that occurs once every 12 years. He said that the recently concluded session of Parliament, was one dedicated to the cause of social justice. He noted that India is now the world’s sixth largest economy. The Prime Minister paid homage to the freedom fighters and martyrs. He saluted the jawans of the to accomplish tasks which seem extremely difficult. He security forces and police forces. He recalled in said initiatives such as Ujjwala Yojana and Saubhagya particular, the martyrs of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, Yojana are providing dignity to the people. He said which happened on Baisakhi day in 1919. He offered organizations such as the WHO have appreciated the condolences to people affected by floods in some parts progress made in the Swachh Bharat Mission. of the country. Shri Narendra Modi announced the launch of the He quoted poet Subramaniam Bharti to say that Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Abhiyaan on 25th September India will show the world the path to freedom from all this year – the anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay. kinds of shackles. He said such dreams were shared by It is high time we ensure that the poor of India get access countless freedom fighters. And an inclusive Constitution to good quality and affordable healthcare, he asserted. was drafted by Babasaheb Ambedkar to achieve this He said this scheme would positively impact 50 crore dream of a nation where there is justice for the poor, and people. equal opportunities for all to move forward. He said that The Prime Minister explained how better targeting of Indians are now coming together to build the nation. He government benefits has been achieved by weeding out gave examples of the pace of development in various about 6 crore fake beneficiaries. The honest taxpayer of fields such as toilet construction, electricity reaching India has a major role in the progress of the nation, he villages, LPG gas connections, house construction etc. said, adding that it is due to them that so many people He said that the Union Government had taken are fed, and the lives of the poor are transformed. decisions which had been pending for long, including The Prime Minister asserted that the corrupt, and higher MSP for farmers, GST, and One Rank – One those who have black money would not be forgiven. He Pension. He said this has become possible because the said that Delhi’s streets are now free from power brokers, Union Government has kept national interest supreme. and the voice of the poor is heard. The Prime Minister mentioned how international The Prime Minister announced that women officers organizations and agencies were looking at India very of Short Service Commission in the Indian Armed Forces differently today, as compared to 2013. He said that would now be eligible for permanent commission from a time of “policy paralysis”, India had moved to through a transparent selection process. “Reform, Perform, Transform.” He said India is now a Noting that the practice of Triple Talaq has caused member of several important multilateral organizations, great injustice among Muslim women the Prime Minister and is leading the International Solar Alliance. assured Muslim women that he will will work to ensure The Prime Minister said that the North-East is today that justice is done to them. in the news for achievements in sports, for connecting the last unconnected villages with electricity, and for The Prime Minister spoke of the decline in Left Wing becoming a hub of organic farming. Extremism in the country. He reiterated former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s vision of “Insaniyat, The Prime Minister mentioned 13 crore loans being Jamhooriyat, Kashmiriyat,” for the State of Jammu and disbursed under the Mudra Yojana, and four crore Kashmir. loans out of this number, being disbursed to first time beneficiaries of such loans. He emphasized on the vision of Housing for All, Power for All, Clean Cooking for All, Water for All, The Prime Minister said that India is proud of its Sanitation for All, Skill for All, Health for All, Insurance scientists. He announced “Gagan-Yaan” a manned for All, and Connectivity for All. space mission, to be undertaken by India by 2022, using its own capabilities. He said India would become He said that he is impatient, anxious and keen to the fourth nation in the world to do so. see India progress, eliminate malnutrition, and to see Reiterating the vision to double farmers’ incomes Indians get a better quality of life. by 2022, the Prime Minister asserted that the aim is - PIB

10 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 Raksha Mantri's message to the Armed Forces

ollowing is the text of Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman to the Armed Forces personnel over All India FRadio on the eve of the 72nd Independence Day:

“My dear Jawans, and the nation will always remain is covered within the ambit of the I congratulate you and your indebted to them. They set an allowance and what clothing items family members on the auspicious example to the society through their will be provided by the Government. occasion of 72nd Independence selfless sacrifice. As you are aware, a contract for Day. My best wishes to the officers From the Ministry of Defence, procurement of nearly 2 lakh and jawans of Army, Air Force, our endeavour would be to provide Bullet Proof Jackets with best of the Navy, Coast Guard and other all dues and facilities to our brave class specifications is underway. Defence establishments, posted soldiers who guard the nation and Similarly, in order to ensure faster in both, peace and conflict areas ensure peace and thus, prosperity to decision making, be for the day to on the borders and in the remotest the countrymen. Let me assure you day requirements of the troops or corners of the country. that there shall be no shortcoming the ammunitions, greater powers As we celebrate this festival in this effort. have been delegated to the Force of freedom, my heart goes out to In line with the recommendations Headquarters and other lower those brave martyrs of the soil and of the 7th Pay Commission, we functionaries. All available funds are their families who gave the supreme have taken the decision to pay the being put to optimum utilisation, so sacrifice to protect our motherland. uniform allowance and clarity has that there is no shortage of essential We remember them with gratitude been brought in with respect to what items.

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 11 In a first ever exercise after or injury sustained during natural Army personnel and their widows on Independence, the Ministry of calamities and provides for 100% of ‘‘No Profit, No Loss” basis. The Army Defence in consultation with the last reckonable emoluments. Welfare Housing Organisation has Indian Army has decided to reform The Government has enhanced completed 96 projects and handed the Indian Army in a planned the monetary allowances for the over 29,891 houses to soldiers and manner. The first phase of the Gallantry Award winners. The families so far and will continue to reforms involves redeployment enhancement is both for the do so. and restructuring of approximately recipients of post-independence as Last year, we launched a special 57,000 posts of officers, JCOs, well as pre-independence Gallantry digital campaign to celebrate Armed ORs and civilians. Major reforms Awards. An online portal dedicated Forces Flag Day and to encourage include optimisation of Signals to the gallantry award winners the public to contribute generously establishments, restructuring of since Independence, has also been towards the welfare of Disabled repair echelons, redeployment launched. of Ordnance echelons, better Ex-Servicemen, War Widows and utilization of Supply and Transport Also, to recognise and honour Children of Martyrs. As a result of the gallantry of our soldiers, the echelons and Animal Transport units these efforts, 73.82 crore rupees National War Memorial is under besides closure of Military Farms and collected under the Armed Forces construction near India Gate at New Army postal establishments in peace Flag Day Fund and the same Delhi. It will be inaugurated soon. locations. Steps are also being taken has been distributed to 30,344 towards enhancement in standards Conceding to the request of beneficiaries till July 2018 for their our Ministry, orders have been for recruitment of clerical staff and identified personal needs. drivers in the Army and improving issued by the Department of Public the efficiency of the National Cadet Enterprises for recruitment of Moreover, a large number Corps. This restructuring is aimed disabled Ex-Servicemen and the of philanthropic organisations at enhancing the combat capability dependents of Servicemen killed in and individuals have been of the Army in a manner that the action in Group C and D posts in making contributions to the bank officers, JCOs and ORs will be Public Sector Enterprises by giving account opened for the welfare used for improving the operational them relaxed standards in selection. of the bereaved families of Battle preparedness. A Memorandum of Understanding Casualties, named Army Battle The Government had taken has also been signed with the Casualties Welfare Fund. More than a historic decision to implement Confederation of Indian Industry 1.85 lakh contributions amounting “One Rank, One Pension”, OROP and FICCI to provide employment to to nearly 31 crore rupees have for Defence personnel in November Ex-Servicemen. been received and grants have been 2015 and had promised to pay In order to provide quality released to 301 families of battle arrears in four instalments. I can say health care to all of you, a new Radio casualties so far. Frequency Identification enabled that all OROP arrears have been With these words, I once again cleared now with over 10,788 crore ECHS Smart Card project has been extend my heartiest greetings to all rupees spent. More than 65.81 lakh launched for better authentication of you and your near and dear ones defence pensioners have benefited and medical facilities. Earlier, there on the 72nd Independence Day. The from this. was only one Artificial Limb Centre at Pune but now, the facility is country looks at you with great pride The Liberalised Family and you must keep on guarding the Pension which was available to available at 53 ECHS empanelled border-lines with all the might and army personnel working on Line Centres in different locations for be always prepared to reply to any of Control or International Border its beneficiaries. The country now aggression by the forces inimical to along Pakistan border, has now been has an elaborate network of ECHS extended to the personnel working covering 374 out of 716 districts of the nation. Let us give our very best along Line of Actual Control with the country. in the service of Mother India! China as well. This Liberalised Family The Government is also Jai Hind!” Pension covers accidental death committed to provide houses to the DPR Defence

12 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 Glimpses of Independence Day Celebrations

The President, Shri Ram Nath Kovind paying homage at the Amar Jawan Jyoti, India Gate, on the occasion of 72nd Independence Day, The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi paying floral tributes at the in New Delhi. The three Service Chiefs - General Bipin Rawat, Admiral Samadhi of Mahatma Gandhi, at Rajghat, on the occasion of 72nd Sunil Lanba, and Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa are also seen. Independence Day, in Delhi on August 15, 2018.

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inspecting the Guard of Honour at Red Fort, on the occasion of 72nd Independence Day, in New Delhi. The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi walking towards the dais to address the Nation at the Red Fort, on the occasion of 72nd Independence Day, in New Delhi. The Raksha Mantri, Smt Nirmala Sitharaman and the Raksha Rajya Mantri, Dr Subhash Bhamre are also seen.

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi addressing the Nation on the occasion of 72nd unfurling the Tricolour flag at the ramparts Independence Day from the ramparts of Red Fort, in New Delhi. of Red Fort, on the occasion of 72nd Independence Day, in New Delhi. pix: DPR Photo Division

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 13 New Bridge at Hussainiwala dedicated to the Nation by RM

strategically important 280 A feet long historic bridge at Hussainiwala, which was blown off during 1971 Indo-Pak war was dedicated to the Nation by Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman on August 12, 2018. Lt Gen Harpal Singh, Director General Border Roads and Lt Gen Surinder Singh, Army Commander Western Command, GOC Vajra Corps, civilian dignitaries and many others were also present on the occasion. The bridge having four spans connects Ferozpur with Hussainiwala barrage on River Sutlej on the old Ferozpur-Lahore Highway. It is the

now been completed by BRO and dedicated to the Nation by Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman. Speaking on the occasion, Raksha Mantri said that permanent bridge at Hussainiwala Barrage will help not only the Indian Armed Forces but the local population at large for their daily commuting. She said that Hussainiwala is a historic and sacred place of our great Martyrs Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru and many other war heroes and it was her honour and privilege to inaugurate this historic bridge which will lead to the development of Punjab Region and people of only life line for nearly 10 villages connecting Hussainiwala enclave with the rest of the country. After 1971 Indo-Pak war, a Bailey bridge was launched by Army to restore road communication. To replace this old bridge, Project Chetak, Border Roads Organisation (BRO) was entrusted with task of constructing a permanent bridge with RCC decking over steel beam girder super structures. The permanent bridge has

14 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 Ferozpur. It will promote regional prosperity, business, agriculture and better movement of Army vehicles, ammunition and logistics. Raksha Mantri appreciated the dedicated efforts made by the BRO towards completion of this bridge ahead of schedule and without causing any inconvenience to the locals. She said BRO has been engaged in construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, tunnels and other defence infrastructure works in difficult remote border areas. This bridge is one of the great examples that speak volumes about BRO’s contribution in Nation building. BRO has constructed approximately 52000 km of roads, 650 major permanent bridges of 47000 m length and 19 airfields in difficult and remote areas of the country. At present BRO is working Tunnel is being constructed by BRO Ripu Soodan, Chief Engineer (P) on 530 roads (22,803 km), which under challenging environment. include new construction, as well Chetak who also gave out technical as improvement from signal lane to Raksha Mantri arrived at and construction details of the double lane in Eastern and Western Ferozpur accompanied by Lt Gen bridge. sector. BRO is also maintaining 322 Surinder Singh, Army Commander The Raksha Mantri later visited Western Command and Lt Gen roads of approximately 18803 km Hussainiwala Shaheed Smarak to length and seven airfields besides Harpal Singh Director General pay homage to the Martyrs where snow clearance of 138 roads (4325 Border Roads. She was received she laid wreaths and also interacted km) to ensure connectivity of border by Lt Gen Dushyant Singh, Corps regions with rest of the Country with Commander Vajra Corps at with local Army Units and people. an annual turnover of Rs 5500 cr. The the helipad and welcomed at PRO Jalandhar prestigious 8.80 km long Rohtang Hussainiwala bridge by Brigadier

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 15 Defence India Startup Challenge launched by RM

rime Minister launched the iDEX Framework for iDEX Partners Pscheme during the DefExpo in As part of this framework, April 2018, with the vision to build iDEX envisages to work with India’s an eco-system of innovation and innovation entities like existing entrepreneurship in India for the incubators, which would help defence sector, with the overall in discovery and exploration of objective of making India self-reliant Startups/MSMEs that can perform for meeting the requirements of the function of co-creation. national defence. Promotion of Startups under Make- To take that vision forward, II procedure of DPP 2016 Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Under this, projects with Sitharaman lauched ‘Defence estimated cost of prototype India Startup Challenge’ at HAL development phase not exceeding Convention Centre, Marathahalli enable calling for proposals to Rs 3 crores have been reserved for Bengaluru on August 4, 2018. address specific technological needs startups and no separate technical/ A number of initiatives to of the Indian Defence Establishment. financial criteria are defined to support Startups in Defence were Applicants showing capability, encourage their participation. Start launched by Raksha Mantri during intent, and promise to be able to ups are also encouraged to propose this event. produce functional prototypes or projects, suo moto which if found to productize existing technologies suitable as per the criteria laid out for SPARK: Support for Prototype & will be awarded up to Rs 1.5 crores, such proposals, would get advanced Research Kickstart (in Defence) strictly on a milestone basis in the under the Make-II procedure. Under this framework, Defence form of grant/equity/debt/other During this event, five India Startup Challenge would relevant structures. incubators namely (i) Centre for Innovation Incubation and Entrepreneurship , IIM Ahmedabad (ii) SINE, Society for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, (iii) T-Hub, Hyderabad (iv) FORGE - a branded incubation enterprise launched by the Coimbatore Innovation & Business Incubator (CIBI), (v) IIT Madras signed the MoUs with Defence Innovation Organization and were given Certificates of Partnership for helping Ministry of Defence in discovery, exploration and mentorship of Startups/MSMEs to co-create innovative Defence Technologies. It is for the first time in the history of defence procurement that a firm M/s Tonbo Imaging, Bengaluru was given a Certificate of Accord of ‘Approval in Principle’ for its suo moto proposal ‘Night Fire Control System for AGS-30’.

16 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 A lively Panel Discussion, comprising of incubators and startups and a few Defence companies, was also organised on the theme ‘Making First Unicorn in Defence Industry in India’. The highlight of the event was the launch of 11 challenges by Ministry of Defence, now thrown open for prospective solutions to be provided by the startup eco-system. (i) individual Protection System with built-in sensors (ii) See Through Armour (iii) carbon Fibre Winding (CFW) (iv) Active Protection System (APS) (v) Secure hardware based offline (viii) Artificial Intelligence in Logistics creation through startups is crucial Encrypt or Device for Graded & SCM for large-scale employment Security (ix) Remotely Piloted Airborne generation. However, startups (vi) Development of 4G/LTE based Vehicles face several challenges - limited Tactical Local Area Network availability of domestic risk capital, (x) laser Weaponry (vii) Development of Advanced constraints of conventional bank Technology Based Desalination (xi) Unmanned Surface and finance, information asymmetry and System Underwater Vehicles lack of hand holding support from (Water Purification) and Bilge Accelerating innovation driven credible agencies. Oily Water Separation System entrepreneurship and business iDEX will thus facilitate creation of networks and structures that not just provide the policy framework for this collaboration between Defence and startups, but also encourage activities and events that actually get this partnership going, and make it effective. The Launch of Challenges will provide fillip to the swelling Innovation potential in the country. Partnering with the best minds nationally and internationally will bring together experts in academics, technology, industry, entrepreneurship and research. Secretary DP, Vice Chiefs of all Services and other stakeholders were present during the event. - PRO Bengaluru

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 17 RM launches UP Defence Industrial Corridor Projects at Aligarh

hen the ‘Make in India’ Winitiative was launched by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in September 2014 to transform India into a global design and manufacturing hub, Defence Manufacturing was identified as one of the 25 key sectors. The announcement of setting up of two corridors – one in Tamil Nadu and the other in UP – exclusively for defence manufacturing in the current year’s budget, is a logical continuum Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman lighting the lamp during the launching of projects for Defence to this policy of the Government. In Industrial Corridor in Uttar Pradesh at Aligarh on August 11, 2018. Raksha Rajya Mantri Dr Subhash the intervening period of almost 4 Bhamre, Chief Minister of UP Yogi Adityanath and other dignitaries are also seen in the picture. years, several steps have been taken are likely to be implemented soon. Day-long interactive session to promote indigenisation in the defence sector. The inclusion of the While these steps are all in the right was held in Aligarh, on August 11, Indigenous Design, Development direction, there is a need for focussed 2018. Raksha Mantri, Smt Nirmala and Manufacture (IDDM) category action at a localised level and develop Sitharaman and Chief Minister of UP, and giving it the top priority in capital specialised zones dedicated to Shri Yogi Adityanath, Ministers of UP acquisition, introduction of the Make various facets of defence production. and senior officials of the Central and Procedure, simplification of the For the corridor in UP, six nodal State Government were present for licensing process and modification of points have been identified, viz. the interactions. Senior representatives the offset policy, are some of these Agra, Aligarh, Lucknow, Kanpur, from the DPSUs, Ordnance Factories steps. Introduction of a more industry Chitrakoot and Jhansi. Stakeholder and DRDO were also present. There friendly Defence Production Policy, interactions have already been was an exhibition of products by the further revisions to the offset policy, held in Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra and Armed Forces/DPSUs/DRDO which simplification of export and import Jhansi. All the interactions have seen are planned to be indigenised over processes are also in progress and huge response from the industries the next five years. Interactive sessions in and around the locations. The with Ambassadors of several countries interactive meets were organised by and captains of the Indian defence the Indian Industries Association (IIA), industries and the Industry Associations which is the largest organisation of were also held. Small and Medium Industries in UP. - DPR Defence

Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman Raksha Rajya Mantri Dr Subhash Bhamre Secretary (Defence Production) Dr Ajay Kumar addressing the gathering during the launching of addressing the gathering during the launching of addressing the gathering during the launching of projects for Defence Industrial Corridor in Uttar projects for Defence Industrial Corridor in Uttar projects for Defence Industrial Corridor in Uttar Pradesh at Aligarh on August 11, 2018. Pradesh at Aligarh on August 11, 2018. Pradesh at Aligarh on August 11, 2018.

18 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 RM and Karnataka CM discuss transfer of Defence Lands in Bengaluru City

meeting was held between Smt A Nirmala Sitharaman, Raksha Mantri and Shri HD Kumaraswamy, Chief Minister of Karnataka to discuss transfer of Defence lands in Bengaluru city to the BBMP for various road development projects. Officials from the Ministry of Defence and the State Government were also present. The objective of the meeting was to resolve issues relating to making available lands for public infrastructure. Ten proposals of the State Government involving transfer and for these public infrastructure Issues raised by the Army with licence of defence land for public projects in a time bound manner. infrastructure projects proposed by regard to occupation of its lands by While conveying working permission the State Government in Bengaluru different agencies also came up for for these works, Smt Sitharaman were deliberated upon. The projects discussion. It was decided to set up advised the State Government to get include road widening, road over- a Task Force of officers to resolve bridges and railway under-bridges. a Cabinet Resolution to commit to These projects would immensely the decisions in order to ensure that these issues expeditiously. benefit the citizens of Bengaluru. the Army’s requirements in lieu of its Land issues relating to the parting with its lands in the interest Both sides agreed on the way Bangalore Metro would be similarly of public infrastructure works was forward and the State Government addressed between the agencies has committed to providing suitable, compensated adequately in a defined equal value land for defence in lieu time frame. The State government concerned in the months ahead. of the defence land being transferred agreed to the suggestion. - PRO Bengaluru

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 19 Golden Jubilee Celebrations of Officers Training College, AMC

Continuing Medical Education A (CME) on Future Perspectives & Global Trends in Combat Medical Support: AFMS - the Way Ahead was held in Major Laishram Jyotin Singh Ashok Chakra Auditorium, Army Medical Corps Centre and College in Lucknow on August 9-10, 2018 to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Officers Training College. Officers Training College is a unique category A institution of the armed forces imparting training to medical officers, dental officers, logistic officers and nursing officers of the Armed Forces Medical Services. A solemn wreath laying and homage to martyrs at Army Medical Corps War Memorial heralded the Corps Centre and College and e-Souvenir to mark the occasion. beginning of the two day event. The Continuing Medical Education Officer in Charge AMC Records The inaugural address was (CME) was inaugurated on August welcomed more than a hundred delivered by Lt Gen UK Sharma, 9, 2018 with lighting of an e-lamp delegates comprising of doctors Officiating Director General Medical by Lieutenant General Bipin Puri, and nurses from Army, Navy and Air Services (Army) who stressed on the Director General Armed Forces Force as well as ex-Officers Training role of Officers Training College Medical Services (DGAFMS) and College veterans from all over India. in imparting the foundational Senior Colonel Commandant. Lt A movie on the fifty glorious years of knowledge and requisite discipline Gen Anup Banerji, Commandant Officers Training College was also to all medical officers and nursing and Chief Instructor, Army Medical screened followed by release of an officers of the Armed Forces

20 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 Medical Services since its inception possible healthcare to soldiers safe- The last day of the Continuing as Officers Training Wing in 1957 guarding the borders of our nation Medical Education (CME) witnessed and subsequent amalgamation and and their families. He also exhorted a Guard of Honour for the DGAFMS upgradation to Officers Training the military doctors present to live up in true military tradition by officers School on August 9, 1969. He to the motto and uphold the glorious and troops of the Army Medical lauded the high quality of training traditions of the Armed Forces Corps Centre and College attended infrastructure and methodology of Medical Services. by delegates and veterans. The training being imparted by Officers The Continuing Medical valedictory address was delivered Training College. Education (CME) comprised of by Maj Gen Nardeep Naithani, The keynote address was five stimulating scientific sessions Commandant and Chief Instructor, delivered by Lieutenant General chaired by senior and experienced Officers Training College. He Bipin Puri, DGAFMS and Senior doctors as well as veterans of the complimented the speakers as also Colonel Commandant who traced Armed Forces Medical Services the delegates, ex Officers Training the evolution of Combat Medical across two days with discussions on College Directing Staff and veterans Support – Past, Present and varied topics of current and future for the insightful presentations, deliberated on way ahead in delivery importance. The sessions covered excellent discussions based on their of Combat Medical Support in Future current and future perspectives on expertise and experience which Armed Forces Medical Services in his Combat Trauma Care Systems; Pre ensured that the Continuing Medical lucid talk. He reminded the delegates Hospital Trauma Care; Chemical Education (CME) was a grand of “Sarve Santu Niramaya” the Biological Radiological & Nuclear success. He also added that the motto of the Army Medical Corps (CBRN) Warfare and Operational deliberations will act as a stimulus which implies “Let all be free from Logistics; Training for Combat Care for development of Combat Medical disease and infirmity” and stressed while the concluding session featured Support for the Armed Forces as well that this sacred motto embodies Research and Technological as be a repository of knowledge for the duty of the combat doctors to requirements in Combat Medical future generations of officers. strive selflessly and provide the best Support. - PRO Lucknow

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 21 Rescue and Relief Operations in Kerala

Indian Air Force lifting stranded persons from rooftop in flood hit Indian Navy helicopter evacuating persons from rooftop in the flood areas of Kerala. affected areas of Kerala.

Indian Army has made 13 temporary bridges to reconnect 38 remote areas, total of 3627 A joint rescue operation launched by personnel from the Dogra Regiment of the Indian Army and personnel have been rescued till date, including 22 foreign nationals. Karnataka Civil Defence volunteers. Around 50 people were rescued.

Naib Subedar Manbar Singh of 13 Garhwal Rifles led his column and carried out operations in 8-10 feet deep water and rescued Indian Army personnel helping an ailing old lady in flood hit areas 536 persons. of Kerala.

22 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 Task force led by Major Upreti of Sudarshan Chakra Sappers involved in rescue work at Thiruvilla, one of the worst affected Seamen of Indian Navy helping an ailing old lady in the flood hit places, worked non-stop for 15 hours in continuous heavy rain. areas of Kerala.

A joint rescue operation launched by personnel from the Dogra Regiment of the Indian Army and Unloading of essential commodities from helicopter for further supply to the marooned Karnataka Civil Defence volunteers. Around 50 people were rescued. people.

Indian Air Force chopper and Air Warriors in action in flood hit areas of Kerala.

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 23 National Preparedness in Combating Oil Spills

epresentatives from Ministries, jurisdiction. RCoastal States, Major & Minor During the meeting, the Chairman Ports, Oil Handling Agencies and NOSDCP awarded National Marine Oil Installation Onshore assembled Environment Protection Certificates to at Gandhinagar, Gujarat to discuss Capt T Srinivas, Deputy Conservator, National Preparedness in Combating Deendayal Port Trust and Capt Oil Spill under the aegis of National Sansarchandra Chaube, Associate Oil Spill Disaster Contingency Plan Vice President, APSEZ, Mundra Port for (NOSDCP). their valuable and timely contribution It is pertinent to mention that towards successfully extinguishing fire the Government has mandated onboard MV Genessa on January Indian Coast Guard to implement 17, 2018, thereby preventing spill the National Oil Spill Disaster of 30,000 metric tons of High Speed Contingency Plan (NOSDCP) in all Diesel (HSD) cargo. nine Coastal States of India. The and proactive approach towards The Chairman also awarded meeting was held at Gandhinagar, implementation of contingency ‘Samudri Paryaavaran Sanrakshan Gujarat on August 2, 2018. A total plan in all ports in general and Trophy’ to New Mangalore Port Trust of 72 delegates from 44 Agencies Oil Handling Ports in particular. participated in the meeting. for their outstanding contribution DGICG has underlined the need of in preserving environment and Indian Coast Guard Director sustainable and sufficient system to adopting environment friendly General Rajendra Singh also the effectively manage the fast evolving measures. Chairman of NOSDCP in his risk profile, which is driven primarily inaugural address complimented by the growth and significance of It will not be out of place to the efforts of the stakeholders Port led Development under ‘Sagar mention that Indian Coast Guard in implementing the provisions Mala’ Project of the Government. has been recently mandated for of NOSDCP in their areas of The Chairman acknowledged combating oil and chemical spills responsibility and also called the contribution of maritime in South Asian Seas Region in which upon the stakeholders involved stakeholders towards protection Bangladesh, Maldives, Pakistan and in Marine Pollution Management of the marine environment and Sri Lanka alongwith India are party to place renewed strategic focus advised all stakeholders to continue to Regional Cooperation under the while preparing contingency plan working with renewed synergy umbrella of South Asian Cooperative for their ports and reinforce the for implementation of NOSDCP Environment Programme (SACEP). entire system to adopt a robust provisions in their respective area of - PRO ICG

24 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 Ambulance Train

66 Military Hospital is providing 1medical support to the troops of 16 Corps Zone and also to the units of Jammu Garrison including Bari Brahmna and Ratnuchak. The hospital has been providing intrinsic support to the fighting troops who are in conflict zone either on LC or in hinterland in Counter Infiltration and Counter Terrorist operations and therefore it was felt imperative that a robust mobilization plan be evolved. As part of mobilization drill during times of conflict, an initiative was undertaken by Lt Gen Saranjeet Flagging off the Train From Bari Brahmna to Pathankot Cantt. Singh, GOC 16 Corps to conduct The Ambulance Train consisted the train returned to Bari Brahmna the practice of Ambulance Train. As of AC ward coaches with normal and Station in the evening, thus bringing part of the initiative, this prestigious wide doors, Pantry car and Generator to conclusion, an exceptional zonal Military Hospital of Jammu car. A total of 220 dummy patients exercise in peacetime that should region was involved in the raising of (known as walking-wounded and yield positive dividends for casualty an Ambulance Train at Bari Brahmna recuperating operated cases during evacuation during times of war. railway station. war ) were made to undergo through The entire exercise of raising To validate the functioning the simulation of “Cas evac’’, a the Ambulance Train was a result of and efficacy of Ambulance Train, euphemism in military parlance for concerted, coherent, well planned a mock drill was carried out, which evacuation of casualties. and executed effort in given time involved activation orders from HQ frame by the entire hospital staff The rolling stock was flagged off 16 Corps six days prior to the actual who worked as a perfect team under by Maj Gen MK Mago, GOC 10 Inf mobilization. The manpower for the the dynamic leadership of Brig Ajay ambulance train was allotted from Div and the exercise was witnessed Malik, Commandant, 166 Military various units of Indian Army and the by Maj Gen S Bhatnagar, MG (Med) Hospital and left no stone unturned stocking of Medical and Ordnance HQ Northern Comd and Brig HP to make the ‘Cas Evac’ exercise stores was done from the dependent Singh, Brig (Med) HQ 16 Corps. successful. Depots for the train. After travelling to Pathankot, - PRO Jammu

Carriage of Casualty in Ambulance Train. Nursing Care of Critical Patient in Ambulance Train.

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 25 Medical Conclave on Health For All

day long medical conclave to A synergise the efforts of Health Services in Kashmir Valley with an aim to achieve “Health for All” was conducted on August 4, 2018 at the Badami Bagh (BB) Cantonment Headquarters of the Chinar Corps. The conclave, which was conceptualised by Brig SK Jha, Brig Medical, Chinar Corps under the guidance of Lt Gen AK Bhatt, GOC, Chinar Corps was attended by Dr Farooq Ahmad Jan, Med Superintendent, SKIMS, Dr Rafi Arshad, Principal & Secretary, for the medical fraternity in the Valley, holistic health care to the citizens of RIHFW and Specialist Doctors from capable of providing overall holistic Kashmir. the Army and various Government guidance to develop a local civil Speaking on the occasion Lt and Private hospitals who exchanged and military health care system. The Gen AK Bhatt, GOC, Chinar Corps ideas to provide best possible quality conclave with the guiding principle health care facility to the populace of World Health Day’s theme for said that health care has emerged including those living in far flung the year 2018-19, “Universal as one of the most challenging areas of the Kashmir Valley. Health Coverage : Everyone functions in the Kashmir valley and Currently, there is no common and Everywhere”, deliberated on complimented the medical fraternity civil-military approach mechanism providing a comprehensive and a for tirelessly working to provide

26 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 quality health care to the Awam in the remotest corners of Kashmir division in varied geographical dispersion, hilly terrain, extremes of weather conditions and the prevailing security scenario in the Valley. While the Armed forces have always offered service to the local populace through its various units in the form of Medical Camps under the aegis of Sadhbhavana, fixed medical centres, Mobile Medical Teams, etc, it should be our endeavour to ensure that the common man is not deprived of medicare under any circumstance, the GOC said. Lt Gen AK Bhatt, GOC, Chinar Corps further highlighted the importance of adopting various b) Co-operation : common there is a need to coordinate and strategies to coordinate reactions goal and agreed strategy; and augment the medical resources in to disaster and needs created by c) Collaboration : Sharing of the valley to ensure “health for all”. conflicts. resources. Towards this, initiative has been taken This pertains to: The medical resources in the to create this platform for premier a) Co-existence : operating in valley including specialisation being institutions and organisations to same area with limited interaction finite and spread out in different and discuss and deliberate upon various and defined spaces; inhospitable locations, it was felt that issues that affect the health scenario, which is centric to Kashmir valley, culminating in synergising the efforts of government and private health care sectors. Dr Farooq Ahmad Jan complimented Brig SK Jha and his team of Medical Officers for this unique initiative and thanked Lt Gen AK Bhatt, GOC, Chinar Corps for providing a platform to the doctors to interact and share their problems and develop a concept and doctrine for “Health for all : Everyone and Everywhere” so that the military - civil medical capabilities can be augmented for the common goal of medicare to all. - PRO Srinagar

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 27 Pre-Independence Day Celebration at ‘Balidan Stambh’ Jammu

s a precursor to the Independence Day celebrations, Athe “Tiger Division” organised a Military Band Display and special Light & Sound show at the iconic ‘Balidan Stambh’, Jammu on August 11, 2018. The event being open to public was largely attended. It was witnessed by Major General Sanjay Singh, General Officer Commanding Tiger Division, a large number of Army & Civil administration dignitaries, students, ladies & children. The large audiences were enthralled by the synchronised display of four pipe bands of the Indian Army, who played scintillating Martial Tunes. The Light & Sound show thereon, was also witnessed by a large fraternity of Jammu including students. The “Tiger Division” organised the event in true military elan, paying befitting tribute to the heroism of fallen comrades, reminiscing a saga of unparalleled valour and gallant acts of our soldiers, while safeguarding the frontiers of our country. The audience remained captivated by the commentary and laser lights highlighting the eternal flame and 60m high tower symbolizing a Bayoneted Rifle. The show generated a euphoria of pride, patriotism and fortitude amongst the audience. -PRO Jammu

28 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 Release of HQ 16 Corps (RV BR) Publications

n the ever evolving field of Veterinary Hence a thoroughly revised and various newly prepared advisories. Isciences and animal husbandry, updated edition of various policies A detailed approach has been made new inputs are regularly incorporated and advisories issued from time to regarding training and deployment by various researches and trials time which also included many newly of army dogs, the silent warriors of carried out around the world. Army prepared advisories and SOPs at HQ Indian Armed Forces which acts as a Veterinarians are expected to be 16 Corps level was compiled with the force multiplier in safeguarding the equipped with the latest trends and support of GOC, 16 Corps. nation. be ever ready to combat various The compendium has been The comprehensive challenges arising due to deployment adequately illustrated in four parts of animals in inhospitable terrains 'Compendium of Policies, Advisories, dedicated to equine, canines, SOPs and Training Directives on and most hazardous operational bovines followed by misc part. The RV Matters', 'Pocket Guide for Army circumstances. need is moreover felt because of Dog Trainers' and 'Pocket Guide for There was a continued demand constraints of keeping Army animals Nursing Assistant Veterinary' were from various corners of RVC in inhospitable terrain and mode released by Lt Gen Devraj Anbu, personnel to have a 'Compendium of operations in most challenging of Policies, Advisories, SOPs and circumstances. Hence the prevalence Vice Chief of Army Staff and Lt Gen Training Directives on RV Matters' of diseases and managemental Saranjeet Singh GOC 16 Corps. The related to management, training, practices followed is quiet unique in event was attended by Lt Gen Paramjit prevention, treatment and control comparison to followed normally. Singh, COS HQ Northern Comd, of various diseases in army animals With this objective RV Branch at HQ Maj Gen DS Gill, COS HQ 16 Corps issued from RV Dte and other HQs 16 Corps took up the challenge and all Formation Commanders and so that it is readily accessible to of compiling the existing policies/ officers of 16 Corps. all and acts as a ready reckoner. advisories alongwith addition of - PRO Army

Release of HQ 16 Corps (RV) Publications by GOC-in-C North Comd and GOC, 16 Corps.

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 29 18 Years of Kargil Battle School

mmediately after the Kargil War in 1999, a need was Ifelt for institutionalised training for soldiers in mountain warfare. And the Kargil Battle School was born in the year 2000 in the Drass sector of Jammu & Kashmir. In the backdrop of Tiger and Tololing Hills, the School is located right in the midst of the Kargil War theatre and provides pre-induction training to soldiers who are deployed in the heights along the Line of Control (LoC) in this region. On the occasion of the 19th Anniversary of the Kargil War on 26th July this year, a live demonstration of the various climbing and high-altitude war skills was organised for the media at a designated training mountain in Drass. The soldiers displayed various types of climbing techniques like, one hang climbing, double jump climbing, rappelling, single row rappelling and

abseiling. They also showed their skill in evicting the casualty from high terrains. The Officer-Commanding of the Kargil Battle School, Lt Col KT Varunny told Sainik Samachar that the school trains the soldiers coming from plain areas, in various professional techniques of combating the enemy in such harsh conditions and at high altitudes where the oxygen levels are low. He said, the institution’s aim is to ensure that all troops posted in the 8 Mountain Division, can safely operate from 10,000 feet to 18,000 feet. This division is responsible for guarding high features located at these altitudes in Dras, Kargil and Batalik sectors. He further explained that they conduct a basic training course for every inductee, for about three weeks. It starts with acclimatisation in the first week, for troops to be able to function at high altitudes. Thereafter, they undergo a physical training to be able to carry out the strenuous climbs, followed by learning different climbing techniques and endurance skills. On this occasion, various mountaineering tools and equipment were also displayed by the School. - Addl. PRO (Defence)

30 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 Independence Day Gallantry Awards and other Decorations

he President and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces has approved 131 Gallantry Awards to Armed TForces Personnel and members of Paramilitary Forces which include one Kirti Chakra, 20 Shaurya Chakras, three Bar to Sena Medals (Gallantry), 93 Sena Medals (Gallantry), 11 Nao Sena Medals (Gallantry) and three Vayu Sena Medals (Gallantry). Sl. No. RANK AND NAME Service KIRTI CHAKRA 1. 3007678Y SEPOY VRAHMA PAL SINGH, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT / 44TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA ARMY RIFLES (POSTHUMOUS) SHAURYA CHAKRA 1. IC-62648Y LIEUTENANT COLONEL ARJUN SHARMA, 6TH BATTALION THE JAT REGIMENT ARMY 2. IC-76179M MAJOR PAWAN GAUTAM, THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS / 44TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 3. IC-76811Y MAJOR ADITYA KUMAR, 10TH BATTALION THE GARHWAL RIFLES ARMY 4. SS-43745F MAJOR PAWAN KUMAR, THE JAT REGIMENT / 34TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 5. IC-78575F CAPTAIN KANINDER PAUL SINGH, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT / 44TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 6. SS-44853X CAPTAIN VARMA JAYESH RAJESH, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT / 44TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 7. JC-414217H NAIB SUBEDAR ANIL KUMAR DHAYIA, FIRST BATTALION THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT ARMY (SPECIAL FORCES) 8. JC-461439H NAIB SUBEDAR VIJAY KUMAR YADAV, 15TH BATTALION THE MARATHA LIGHT INFANTRY ARMY REGIMENT 9. 5757174A HAVILDAR KUL BAHADUR THAPA, 9TH BATTALION THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT (SPECIAL FORCES) ARMY 10. 9108390L HAVILDAR JAWEED AHMAD BHAT, SENA MEDAL, 9TH BATTALION THE PARACHUTE ARMY REGIMENT (SPECIAL FORCES) 11. 15220840X GUNNER RANJIT SINGH, THE REGIMENT OF ARTILLERY / 13TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 12. 9115892W RIFLEMAN AURANGZAB, THE JAMMU AND KASHMIR LIGHT INFANTRY REGIMENT/44TH ARMY BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES (POSTHUMOUS) 13. G/5016407P RIFLEMAN RATHVA LILESH BHAI, 4TH BATTALION THE ASSAM RIFLES ARMY 14. G/5008469A RIFLEMAN JAIPRAKASH ORAON, 4TH BATTALION THE ASSAM RIFLES (POSTHUMOUS) ARMY 15. CAPTAIN P RAJKUMAR(03228-K) NAVY 16. SHRI AS KRISHNA, HEAD CONSTABLE, 45 BN, CRPF, SUMBAL, BANDIPORA (J&K) MHA 17. SHRI K DINESH RAJA, CONSTABLE, 45 BN, CRPF, SUMBAL, BANDIPORA (J&K) MHA 18. SHRI PRAFULLA KUMAR, CONSTABLE, 45 BN, CRPF, SUMBAL, BANDIPORA (J&K) MHA 19. SHRI KULDEEP SINGH CHAHAR, DEPUTY COMMANDANT, 182 BN, CRPF, SHEEP COMPLEX, MHA PULWAMA, (J&K) 20. SHRI DHANAWADE RAVINDRA BABAN, 182 BN, CRPF, SHEEP COMPLEX, PULWAMA, (J&K) (POSTHUMOUS) MHA BAR TO SENA MEDAL (GALLANTRY) 1. SS-44990W CAPTAIN RAKESH NAIR, SENA MEDAL, THE ARMOURED CORPS / 22ND BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 2. SS-45306P CAPTAIN UMESH LAMBA, SENA MEDAL, FIRST BATTALION THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT ARMY (SPECIAL FORCES) 3. 12974389N NAIK NAZIR AHMED WANI, SENA MEDAL, THE JAMMU & KASHMIR LIGHT INFANTRY ARMY REGIMENT/9TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES SENA MEDAL (GALLANTRY) 1. IC-62086M LIEUTENANT COLONEL MAHENDRA PAL SINGH BHADORIA, 8TH BATTALION THE SIKH ARMY LIGHT INFANTRY 2. IC-62867A LIEUTENANT COLONEL SAMAR RAGHAV, THE KUMAON REGIMENT / 50TH BATTALION ARMY THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES 3. IC-62966H LIEUTENANT COLONEL RAKESH TOKAS, FIRST BATTALION THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT ARMY (SPECIAL FORCES)

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 31 4. IC-68003M MAJOR RANVEER SINGH, THE JAT REGIMENT / 34TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 5. IC-68016K MAJOR JITENDRA SINGH MEHTA, THE REGIMENT OF ARTILLERY / 13TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 6. IC-68702X MAJOR JAMES JACOB, THE MADRAS REGIMENT / 8TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 7. IC-68749H MAJOR RAMAN GAKHAR, THE SIKH LIGHT INFANTRY / 2ND BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 8. IC-69259F MAJOR AVIJIT SINGH, 6TH BATTALION THE MAHAR REGIMENT ARMY 9. IC-69678Y MAJOR VIKRAM SHARMA, BRIGADE OF THE GUARDS / 21ST BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 10. IC-70229W MAJOR ABHISHEK SINHA, THE PUNJAB REGIMENT / 22ND BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 11. IC-70511F MAJOR DEEPAK SINGH, THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS / 22ND BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 12. IC-71440X MAJOR KHADASE NANDKISHOR DIPAK, THE REGIMENT OF ARTILLERY / 19TH BATTALION ARMY THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES 13. IC-71488L MAJOR KAMAL KUMAR CHHETRI, THE ARMY SERVICE CORPS / 8TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 14. IC-72000W MAJOR ADITYA SHARMA, THE GRENADIERS REGIMENT / 55TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 15. IC-72260F MAJOR HEMANT DUTTA, THE SIKH LIGHT INFANTRY/19TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 16. IC-72307F MAJOR V RAHUL SAXENA, 4TH BATTALION, THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT (SPECIAL FORCES) ARMY 17. IC-74866K MAJOR JAIKANT SINGH, THE ENGINEER CORPS/ 1ST BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 18. IC-75094K MAJOR BHANU RANA, THE NAGA REGIMENT / 50TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 19. IC-75345H MAJOR MAYANK MISHRA, THE REGIMENT OF ARTILLERY / 32ND BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 20. IC-75864L MAJOR SUMEET BHARDWAJ, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT /44TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 21. IC-76236H MAJOR SHAILENDRA KUMAR YADAV, THE CORPS OF SIGNALS / 43RD BATTALION THE ARMY ASSAM RIFLES 22. IC-77058X MAJOR GIRISH SHARMA, CORPS OF THE ELECTRONICS AND MECHANICAL ARMY ENGINEERS/9TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES 23. IC-77067Y MAJOR ARVIND B NAIR, CORPS OF ELECTRONICS AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERS/45TH ARMY BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES 24. IC-77206X MAJOR ISHAN DHIMAN, 21ST BATTALION THE SIKH REGIMENT ARMY 25. IC-75898Y CAPTAIN SAGAR PRAKASH PARDESHI, THE ARMOURED CORPS / 22ND BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 26. IC-76549F CAPTAIN SHASHANK SHARMA, THE MADRAS REGIMENT / 4 VIKAS ARMY 27. IC-76793F CAPTAIN KRISHNAKUMAR K, THE CORPS OF SIGNALS / 19TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA ARMY RIFLES 28. IC-79395L CAPTAIN UDIT MOHAN RAJ, CORPS OF SIGNALS / 50TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA ARMY RIFLES 29. IC-81695L LIEUTENANT NAVIN KUMAR, 4TH BATTALION, THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT (SPECIAL ARMY FORCES) 30. JC-413635L SUBEDAR KARAN SINGH, THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT / 31ST BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 31. JC-414159K NAIB SUBEDAR BIPIN SINGH, 9TH BATTALION THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT (SPECIAL FORCES) ARMY 32. 2999756X HAVILDAR RAMVIR SINGH, THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT / 4 VIKAS ARMY 33. 3000043X HAVILDAR SHIV KUMAR, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT / 44TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 34. 3002026W HAVILDAR RAM LAL, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT / 44TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 35. 13625061A HAVILDAR SANDEEP KUMAR, FIRST BATTALION THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT (SPECIAL FORCES) ARMY 36. 13767221L HAVILDAR RAKESH KUMAR, 9TH BATTALION THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT (SPECIAL FORCES) ARMY 37. 1515486052X ACTING LANCE DAFADAR HANS RAJ, THE ARMOURED CORPS / 53RD BATTALION ARMY THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES 38. 2495827Y NAIK SATNAM SINGH, THE PUNJAB REGIMENT / 22ND BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 39. 2497311P NAIK JAGJIT SINGH, THE PUNJAB REGIMENT / 22ND BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 40. 2695302Y NAIK RAKESH KUMAR CHOTIA, 11TH BATTALION THE GRENADIERS REGIMENT ARMY (POSTHUMOUS)

32 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 41. 3001231L NAIK SANJAY SINGH, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT / 44TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 42. 3201769W NAIK GULVIR SINGH, THE JAT REGIMENT / 45TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 43. 3404674L NAIK JAGATINDER SINGH, 10TH BATTALION THE SIKH REGIMENT ARMY 44. 4479177Y NAIK BAKSHI RAM SINGH, THE SIKH LIGHT INFANTRY / 19TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA ARMY RIFLES 45. 9104049W NAIK MUDASIR AHMAD, 15TH BATTALION THE JAMMU AND KASHMIR LIGHT INFANTRY ARMY (POSTHUMOUS) 46. 9108454L NAIK ZAHIR ABAS, 9TH BATTALION THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT (SPECIAL FORCES) ARMY 47. 12974187M NAIK NAZIR AHMAD BHAT, 162ND INFANTRY BATTALION TERRITORIAL ARMY (JAMMU ARMY AND KASHMIR LIGHT INFANTRY) ATTACHED WITH 1ST BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES 48. 13626067N NAIK SURJEET SINGH, 9TH BATTALION THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT (SPECIAL FORCES) ARMY 49. 13626272P NAIK DEVI SINGH, 4TH BATTALION THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT (SPECIAL FORCES) ARMY 50. 13764105X NAIK DHARAM PAL, THE JAMMU & KASHMIR RIFLES / 47TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA ARMY RIFLES 51. 15180470X NAIK KULWANT SINGH, THE REGIMENT OF ARTILLERY / 19TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 52. 15327862N NAIK SHREEKANT KARI, CORPS OF ENGINEERS / 44TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA ARMY RIFLES 53. 15345181N NAIK JAGIRA RAM, THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS / 19TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA ARMY RIFLES 54. 15618558F NAIK LOURDHU RAJU REDDY MOSU, BRIGADE OF THE GUARDS / 50TH BATTALION ARMY THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES 55. 16017846A NAIK KRASHAN SINGH RAJPUT, 16TH BATTALION THE RAJPUTANA RIFLES ARMY 56. 2495568F LANCE NAIK AJAY KUMAR, THE PUNJAB REGIMENT /22ND BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 57. 3204223F LANCE NAIK PARTAP SINGH, 6TH BATTALION THE JAT REGIMENT ARMY 58. 4201540N LANCE NAIK SANJAY YADAV, 9TH BATTALION THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT (SPECIAL ARMY FORCES) 59. 9108192A LANCE NAIK JAVAID AHMAD BHAT, JAMMU & KASHMIR LIGHT INFANTRY / 50TH ARMY BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES 60. 13627886K LANCE NAIK GOPAL SINGH, 1ST BATTALION THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT (SPECIAL ARMY FORCES) 61. 14936730H LANCE NAIK DINESH KUMAR, THE MECHANISED INFANTRY / 42ND BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 62. 15168798M LANCE NAIK NEELESH SINGH, THE REGIMENT OF ARTILLERY / 34TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES (POSTHUMOUS) 63. 15624881M LANCE NAIK KAINATO K ACHUMI, BRIGADE OF THE GUARDS / 21ST BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 64. 18005310K LANCE NAIK JATINDER SINGH, THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS / 34TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 65. 2815734M SEPOY BHUSARE SHIVAJI GANGADHAR, 15TH BATTALION THE MARATHA LIGHT INFANTRY ARMY 66. 3010786N SEPOY RAVI BHUSAN SHAHI, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT / 44TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA ARMY RIFLES 67. 3010853N SEPOY VIJAY SINGH GURJAR, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT / 44TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA ARMY RIFLES 68. 3011203M SEPOY SURENDRA KUMAR, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT / 44TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 69. 3011667K SEPOY DINESH KUMAR, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT /44TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 70. 3013229A SEPOY BHANU PRATAP SINGH TOMAR, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT / 44TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 71. 3014624A SEPOY HARIOM SINGH PUNDIR, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT / 44TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 72. 3014823N SEPOY ABDUL AZIZ KHAN, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT / 44TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 73. 3208824K SEPOY HET RAM GODARA, THE JAT REGIMENT / 34TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA ARMY RIFLES (POSTHUMOUS) 74. 4007895L SEPOY JEEWAN KUMAR, THE DOGRA REGIMENT / 62ND BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 33 75. 4201465P SEPOY LALIT CHAND, THE KUMAON REGIMENT / 50TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 76. 4205156K SEPOY SACHIN KUMAR, THE KUMAON REGIMENT / 50TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 77. 4205530F SEPOY MAHESH SINGH, THE KUMAON REGIMENT / 13RD BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 78. 4290888P SEPOY LAL BABU YADAV, THE BIHAR REGIMENT / 47TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 79. 4380846K SEPOY SP SOMI, THE ASSAM REGIMENT / 42ND BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 80. 15179775L SEPOY MUKESH SINGH, THE REGIMENT OF ARTILLERY / 19TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 81. 15224991N SEPOY BANSODE JIVAN UTTAM, REGIMENT OF ARTILLERY / 19TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 82. 19007642H SEPOY MANJINDER SINGH OF 10TH BATTALION THE SIKH REGIMENT(POSTHUMOUS) ARMY 83. 4092090H RIFLEMAN KRISHNA CHANDRA JAKHMOLA, 10TH BATTALION THE GARHWAL RIFLES ARMY 84. 16023296Y RIFLEMAN SACHIN KUMAR, THE RAJPUTANA RIFLES / 57TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA ARMY RIFLES 85. 13628412P PARATROOPER MANAS TUNG, 4TH BATTALION THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT (SPECIAL ARMY FORCES) 86. 15190474F GUNNER RANJEET KUMAR, 76TH FIELD REGIMENT ARMY 87. 15233461A GUNNER ARVINDER KUMAR, THE REGIMENT OF ARTILLERY / 34TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES (POSTHUMOUS) 88. 15505116P SOWAR RAJESH KUMAR, THE ARMOURED CORPS / 53RD BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA ARMY RIFLES 89. 15507596H SOWAR RAHUL SINGH BHADOURIA, THE ARMOURED CORPS / 55TH BATTALION THE ARMY RASHTRIYA RIFLES 90. 15508595M SOWAR SANJAY PASWAN, THE ARMOURED CORPS / 55TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA ARMY RIFLES 91. 15737683P SIGNALMAN KUSHWAH PRADISINGH BRIJKISHORSINGH, THE CORPS OF SIGNALS / ARMY 50TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES (POSTHUMOUS) 92. 16122421A SAPPER PAVAN BS, THE RAJPUT REGIMENT / 44TH BATTALION THE RASHTRIYA RIFLES ARMY 93. 19000066F SEPOY PARGAT SINGH, 2ND BATTALION THE SIKH REGIMENT (POSTHUMOUS) ARMY NAO SENA MEDAL (GALLANTRY) 1. LT CDR ANIL RAINA (05821-B) NAVY 2. LT CDR VARTIKA JOSHI (43077-A) NAVY 3. LT CDR KUNAL SAINI (06840-W) NAVY 4. DEEPAK SAINI, POA(FD), NO 138915-T NAVY 5. SUMIT RAJ, POA (FD), NO 212311-A NAVY 6. VIJAY KUMAR VERMA, LA (FD), NO 219814-B NAVY 7. LT CDR PRATIBHA JAMWAL (07109-F) NAVY 8. LT PATARPALLI SWATHI (07234-R) NAVY 9. LT S VIJAYA DEVI (70712-H) NAVY 10. LT AISHWARYA BODAPATTI (43151-N) NAVY 11. LT PAYAL GUPTA (70724-K) NAVY VAYU SENA MEDAL (GALLANTRY) 1. WING COMMANDER ABHISHEK SHARMA (26291-F) FLYING (PILOT) AIR FORCE 2. SQUADRON LEADER VERNON DESMOND KEANE (31215-A) FLYING PILOT AIR FORCE 3. 902943-H SERGEANT SHASHIDHAR P PRASAD, INDIAN AIR FORCE (GARUD) AIR FORCE

The President has also awarded 26 Mention-in-Despatches to Army Personnel for their significant contributions in different military operations which include 25 (three posthumous) for ‘Operation Rakshak’, one (posthumous) for ‘Operation Rhino’ and one additional name approved by Raksha Mantri in the CH&AC meeting. DPR Defence

34 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 Ballistic Missile Interceptor AAD successfully Flight Tested

RDO conducted the successful test The complete event including the Dof the Ballistic Missile Interceptor engagement and interception was Advanced Area Defence (AAD) on tracked by a number of electro- August 2, 2018 from Abdul Kalam optical tracking systems, radars and Island, Odisha. The endo-atmospheric telemetry stations. All the mission missile, capable of intercepting objectives were successfully met. incoming targets at an altitude of Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief 15 to 25 kms was launched against Marshal BS Dhanoa, witnessed the multiple simulated targets of 1500 flight test along with other senior km class ballistic missile. One target officials. among simultaneously incoming The Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala multiple targets was selected on Sitharaman congratulated DRDO on real time, the weapon system radars the successful flight test for further tracked the target and the missile boosting the defence capabilities of locked on to it and intercepted the the country. target with a high degree of accuracy. - DPR Defence Unified Commanders’ Conference - 2018

he Unified Commanders’ Conference for the year She assured the Services that preparedness of the Services T2018 was held on July 30-31, 2018 at New Delhi. would be a top priority for the Government. The Conference provided a platform for discussions at the Earlier, Chairman COSC & CNS Admiral Sunil Apex Level on all ‘Joint Issues’ amongst the three Services Lanba welcomed and addressed the audience. Chief of & Ministry of Defence and enabled stock taking of the the Air Staff, Air Marshal BS Dhanoa, Chief of Army Staff, previous year and facilitated planning for future. Gen Bipin Rawat, Def Secy, Shri Sanjay Mitra & Chief of The event was attended by the Raksha Mantri, Rajya Integrated Staff Lt Gen Satish Dua also addressed the Raksha Mantri, National Security Advisor (NSA), Dy NSA, conference. the Services Chief and other senior military and civil During the conference, under the chairmanship of officials of the Services and MoD. the Chief of Integrated Staff (CISC), a large number of Tri Raksha Mantri complimented the Services for their Services issues were deliberated thoroughly and solutions performance and achievements in past year and stressed to contemporary challenges were provided to facilitate on the need for greater synergy and jointmanship amongst future plans for an integrated robust defence preparedness. the Services as well as between the Services and the MoD. - PRO Army

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 35 Assam Rifles facilitates distribution of gas connections under 'Ujjwala Scheme' at Tripura

gartala battalion of Assam Rifles under 21 Sector The event was organised to facilitate welfare Aof Inspector General Assam Rifles (East) facilitated schemes of the Government to reach to the common distribution of LPG gas connections, as part of Ujjwala masses. 114 BPL families were provided free gas Yojna by Indane Gas Agency to families of Below Poverty connections. Locals appreciated the efforts of Assam Line (BPL) at Majumdar Tilla village, Khowai District in Rifles. Tripura on July 31, 2018. - PRO Army Indigenous Landing Gear for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle

VRDE has designed and Cdeveloped the indigenous Landing Gear for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Rustom II of 2.0 tonne class for the first time in the country. The Landing gear fitted in Rustom II has undergone low speed taxi trial and high speed taxi trial at Chitradurga, Karnataka. The maiden flight of Rustom II with CVRDE developed landing gear was successfully carried out on August 2, 2018 in the presence of Mr V Ashok Rangan, Programme Director, Rustom II, ADE, Dr V Balamurugan, Addl Director, and Shri D K Datta, Addl. Director (RG-Design). - PRO Chennai

36 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 Ceremonial BPM held on the occasion of China’s PLA Day

eremonial Border Personnel Meeting (BPM) on the and improving relations at functional level at the border. Coccasion of “China’s PLA Day’’ was conducted on Thereafter, a cultural programme showcasing Chinese August 1, 2018 at Chinese BPM hut of Chushul - Moldo culture and traditional grandeur was organised. Meeting Point of Eastern Ladakh. Both the delegations interacted in a free, congenial The ceremonial BPM was marked by saluting and cordial environment. The delegations parted the National Flags by delegation members. This was amidst feeling of friendship and commitment towards followed by the ceremonial address by both Delegation enhancing the existing cordial relations and maintaining Leaders which included exchange of greetings and vote peace along the LAC. of thanks and reflected the mutual desire of maintaining - PRO Srinagar

Deputy Commander US-Indo Pacific Command visits HQ Eastern Command

t Gen Bryan P Fenton, Deputy Commander, US- The visit of the senior US Army Officer to Eastern LIndo Pacific Command leading a five member US Command signifies the growing strategic partnership Delegation called on Lieutenant General Abhay Krishna, between the two leading Armies of the world who are GOC-in C Eastern Command at Fort William, as part also important partners in bilateral training. The meeting of his three day visit to India. The two dignitaries held was aimed at further strengthening Defence cooperation meaningful discussions on various important regional existing between the two nations to fight unitedly in the and global security related issues concerning the two global war on terrorism. countries. - PRO Kolkata

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 37 Army Chief reviews Operational Readiness of Brahmastra Corps

hief of Army Staff General Bipin CRawat, visited the Brahmastra Corps at Panagarh, to take stock of operational preparedness of the formation. The Army chief was briefed by Lieutenant General PN Rao, General Officer Commanding, Brahmastra Corps on operational and administrative preparedness of the formation. Accompanied by Lieutenant General Abhay Krishna, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Command, the Chief of Army staff interacted with senior military commanders and took a first-hand assessment on ground. over the capability of the Brahmastra professionalism and exhorted the The General appreciated Corps to meet any emerging troops to continue work with zeal the high standards of operational challenges. The Army Chief, during and dedication and overcome all readiness of the formation and also his visit also interacted with officers challenges in future. expressed his utmost confidence & soldiers and praised them for their - PRO Kolkata Eastern Army Commander visits Spear Corps Zone

ieutenant General Abhay Krishna, LGeneral Officer Commanding-in- Chief, Eastern Command, visited the Army's Spear Corps Zone from July 27-30, 2018 to assess the prevailing security situation in the North East states. Shri Abhay Krishna was accompanied by Lt Gen Gopal R, General Officer Commanding, Spear Corps. Gen Abhay Krishna commenced his visit from Dimapur. On his arrival he was briefed on the progress of operations being undertaken by the Spear Corps. During his visit he was briefed by the Operational Commanders of Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur and Nagaland besides interacting with Heads of other security agencies operating in the North East states. - PRO Kolkata

38 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 National Oral Hygiene Day observed

very year August 1 is celebrated Eas National Oral Hygiene Day. On this day dental fraternity brings awareness for the maintenance of good oral hygiene and also to stress its importance in preventing oral and systemic diseases like heart disease, diabetes mellitus and adverse effects on pregnancy. This year Command Military Dental Centre (EC) under the aegis of Army Wives Welfare Association (EC) and in collaboration with Indian Dental Association (WB) celebrated the day with great zeal. The inaugural programme was Maj Gen AK Pal, Commandant conducted by Indian Army and IDA held at Albert Ekka Auditorium, and Command Dental Adviser West Bengal State Branch. Fort William, where families of addressed the gathering on oral Under the same program, soldiers, school children and nursing health, preventable diseases and dental check up of all seven Army cadets took part. An audio –visual motivated all to take care of oral Schools including Asha School presentation on better maintenance health from childhood. children was carried out alongwith of oral hygiene was presented Mrs Bibha Krishna, Regional treatment. The month long program followed by a short skit by nursing President AWWA (EC) appreciated concluded on August 23, 2018. cadets on dental health. the oral health program being - PRO Kolkata Assam Rifles conducts Workshop

motivational workshop on scope Ambedkar College, Kumarghat, the knowledge about the various A in Indian Army was organised District Unakoti in Tripura on July entry schemes for joining the Armed by Rising Sun Battalion of Assam 31, 2018. The aim of organising Forces. Rifles under 21 Sector of Inspector the event was to motivate the youth Rich history and traditions of Army were showcased during the General Assam Rifles (East) at Dr to join Indian Army and to provide event. Various entry schemes and procedure on how to join Army/ Assam Rifles were briefed during the event. Weapons & equipments were also displayed during the event to make the event more attractive. More than 100 students including teachers attended the informative workshop. Local students lauded this efforts made by the Assam Rifles for providing career guidance to youth of Tripura and also added that the assistance will prove to be a morale booster for the students. - PRO Army

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 39 Seminar on Artificial Intelligence by MCEME & IIIT Hyderabad

Seminar on harvesting Artificial A Intelligence (AI) and Cognitive Computing to Power Military Technology was jointly conducted by Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering (MCEME) and IIIT, Hyderabad at MCEME auditorium. Lieutenant General Paramjit Singh, Commandant, MCEME chaired the Seminar and delivered the keynote address. He emphasised on the use of Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Computing as tool to transform the future battlefield. The Seminar Participants in the Seminar on harvesting Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cognitive was conducted in three sessions Computing to Power Military Technology jointly conducted by Military College of Electronics starting with 'Evolution and facets and Mechanical Engineering and IIIT, Hyderabad. of AI' followed by 'AI and Cognitive Maj Gen TSA Narayanan, the and the Industry so that the strategic Computing in Defence'. The third Deputy Commandant and Chief partnership is evolved which would session was a Panel Discussion on 'Developing the AI Eco-System: Instructor of MCEME, appreciated be aligned to the PM’s vision of Road Map and Challenges'. The the efforts of the startups and “Make in India” and would be in the event also showcased 18 startups highlighted the need to bridge the best interest of the Nation. working in the field of AI. gap between the user (Defence) - PRO Secunderabad Indian Navy’s Recruitment Informative Stall at National Defence Exhibition

2nd National Defence Exhibition was organised by the 2Central Calcutta Science and Cultural Organisation at Milan Samity Maidan in Nimta, Kolkata from August 3-6, 2018. Each year Indian Navy participates in the exhibition to spread awareness about the Navy amongst the students, the youth and general public in West Bengal region. The region has always remained the focus area of Indian Navy in motivating more young minds to join the service. The Indian Navy offers many exciting and challenging career opportunities for the technical students, both men and women, from every segments of the society. Indian Navy informative stall in the exhibition is a place where young aspirants not only get to interact with the 'Men in Uniform' but are also given a closer look to the Navy with the help of Naval motifs, models, banners, photographs and video clips. Another attraction of the exhibition was the 13 men Indian Naval Band of numerous popular marshal tunes. The Band performed the Eastern Naval Command Visakhapatnam, which at the venue on all days. was there to participate and amuse the audiences with - PRO Kolkata

40 Sainik Samachar August 16-31, 2018 MoD, in coordination with Army HQ, devises Standardised Protocol for closure of roads in Cantonments

he issue of closure of roads in Cantonments • In case of roads, which the Local Military Twas an important matter raised during the Authorities consider necessary for reasons to be meeting taken by Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala provided, the process of closure of roads may be Sitharaman with Members of the Parliament and initiated. Due process as laid down under Cantonment elected Vice Presidents of the 62 Cantonment Act, 2006 and the orders issued by the Ministry dated Boards on May 4, 2018. May 28, 2018 will be followed. Based on the feedback received through the • The Ministry in coordination with Army meeting, Smt Sitharaman held several rounds of Headquarters has devised a standardised protocol for discussions on the issue of closure of roads in closure of roads in Cantonments, in conformity with the cantonments. Following detailed reviews taken by provisions of the Cantonments Act, 2006. Emergent the Raksha Mantri with officers of the Ministry, Army security needs of the Army have been duly taken Headquarters including Chief of the Army Staff and cognisance of while devising the standard protocol to the Defence Estates Organisation the following was enable closure of roads in such circumstances. decided: - DPR Defence TASA Interschool Debate Competition held

elangana and Andhra Sub Area (TASA) Interschool Trimulgherry, Bolarum, Mehdipatnam and Golconda TDebate Competition was organised for the second participated in the event. consecutive year. It was hosted by 1 EME Centre at The students enthusiastically participated and put MCEME Auditorium on August 6, 2018. The event forth their views by speaking for and against the topic was presided over by Brigadier Sandeep Bhalla, ‘An hour of glorious life is worth an age without name’. Commandant, 1EME Centre. Other guests included The team from Army Public School Bolarum Brigadier V V Reddy, Principals of all TASA Schools, bagged the first position and Army Public School RK eminent educationists, teachers and students. Puram stood second. Mrs Rupa Bhalla wife of Brigadier TASA aims to promote education with a holistic Sandeep Bhalla gave away the trophies to the winner approach and develops multifaceted individuals, and the runner up team. The Chief Guest of the function through its educational institutions. Interschool Debate Brig Sandeep Bhalla, Commandant, 1EME Centre Competition is an annual feature, which aims to nurture felicitated the winners and congratulated all the students the current generation of budding speakers and skilled for their excellent performance and said, ‘The exquisite sculptors of words, to exhibit their views, ideas, thoughts, and remarkable standard of the debate, which has and opinions for a better present and a brighter future. encroached the mind of every student, will remain a Army Public Schools Bolarum, RK Puram, Golconda great learning experience’. along with Sainik School Kalikiri and Kendriya Vidyalayas - PRO Secunderabad

August 16-31, 2018 Sainik Samachar 41 PHOTOCALL

he President, Shri Ram Nath TKovind at the ‘At Home’ function, organised on the occasion of 72nd Independence Day, at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi on August 15, 2018.

aksha Mantri Smt Nirmala RSitharaman and Minister of National Defence, Republic of Korea, Mr Young-Moo Song exchanging memento at South Block, New Delhi on August 10, 2018.

joint cycling cum trekking expedition A of Indian Army and Royal Bhutan Army conducted to commemorate “Fifty years of Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between India & Bhutan” was flagged - in at Thimpu. The expedition which began on 31 July from Haa Dzong in Bhutan had a total of 17 personnel of both Armies participating, covering a distance of 384 km, across challenging mountainous terrains both in India and Bhutan. The expedition has furthered the strong bonds of bonhomie between the two Armies, adding yet another glorious moment in the relations between the two nations.

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