2018 1-15 July Vol 65 No 13 ` 5 SAINIK Samachar

Readers are requested for their valuable suggestions about Sainik Samachar

International Yoga Day 2018 pic: DPR Photo Division

Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman welcoming the Cabinet Secretary for Defence Ambassador of Kenya Ms Raychelle Omamo in South Block, New Delhi on June 18, 2018. Also seen in the picture Defence Secretary Shri Sanjay Mitra. pic: DPR Photo Division

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal B.S. Dhanoa exchanging the memento with the Chief of Qatar Armed Forces, Maj Gen (Pilot) Ghanim Bin Shaheen Al Ghanim, in New Delhi on June 20, 2018. In This Issue Since 1909 WorkshopBIRTH ANNIVERSARY on Cyber CELEBRATIONS Security 4 Framework - 2018

(Initially published as FAUJI AKHBAR) Vol. 65 q No 13 10 - 24 Ashadha, 1940 (Saka) 1-15 July 2018 The journal of India’s Armed Forces published every fortnight in thirteen languages including Hindi & English on behalf of Ministry of Defence. It is not necessarily an organ for the expression of the Government’s defence policy. The published items represent the views of respective writers and correspondents. Editor-in-Chief Hasibur Rahman Senior Editor Ms Ruby T Sharma Indian Army reaches out 6 CAS confers the 8 Editor Ehsan Khusro to its bravehearts… ‘President’s… Sub Editor Sub Maj KC Sahu Coordination Kunal Kumar Business Manager Rajpal Our Correspondents DELHI: Col Aman Anand; Capt DK Sharma VSM; Wg Cdr Anupam Banerjee; Manoj Tuli; Nampibou Marinmai; Divyanshu Kumar; Photo Editor: K Ramesh; AHEMEDABAD: Lt Col Manish Ojha; ALLAHABAD: Wg Cdr Arvind Sinha; BENGALURU: T Shanmugam; CHANDIGARH: Anil Gaur; CHENNAI: T Shanmugam; GANDHINAGAR: Wg Cdr Abhishek Matiman; GUWAHATI: Lt Col P Khongsai; IMPHAL: Lt Col M Vaishnava; JALANDHAR : Anil Gaur; JAMMU: Lt Col Devender Anand; JAIPUR: Lt Col Manish Ojha; KOCHI: Cdr Sridhar E Warrier 5 Raksha Mantri visits Valley for… ; KOHIMA: Col Chiranjeet Konwer; KOLKATA: Wg Cdr SS Birdi; Dipannita Dhar; ICGS C-440 LUCKNOW: Ms Gargi Malik Sinha; MUMBAI: Cdr Mehul Karnik; NAGPUR: Gp Capt 7 COAS visits the AEC Training… Commissioned at… BB Pande; PALAM: Wg Cdr AR Giri;PUNE: Mahesh Iyengar; SECUNDERABAD: G 12 Northern Army Commander… 10 Surendra Babu; SHILLONG; Wg Cdr Ratnakar Singh; SRINAGAR: Col Rajesh Kalia; TEZPUR: Lt Col Harsh Wardhan Pande; THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Ms Dhanya 13 CME on Snake Bite… Sanal K; UDHAMPUR: Col NN Joshi; VISAKHAPATNAM: Capt CG Raju. 15 Indian Army celebrates… Published by: 16 Rescue and relief operations in… Ms SR Rajashekar, Official Spokesperson, MoD 17 TASA launches Medicine… Nungsanglemba Ao, Officiating Addl DG (M&C) 20 Eid Celebration : Alwar Military… 28 Training Capsule for Coastal… Directorate of Public Relations, South Block, 30 Passing Out Ceremony of… Ministry of Defence, New Delhi-110011 Editorial Office: 31 160th Founders Day… L-1 Block, Church Road, New Delhi-110001, 34 Chakravyuh Telefax : 23094668 Telephone : 23092768 Regulars Email : [email protected] E-in-C: ASCON-32078 [email protected] 35 Armed Forces Panorama For subscriptions contact : Business Manager, Sainik Samachar, Telephone : 23092768 Subscription Rates: Inland (Ordinary): One Year Rs 100.00, Overseas International Yoga Day 2018 22 (Surface Mail): Rs 450.00 Concessional (per year): Rs 20.00 (Applicable for dependants of service personnel & ex-Servicemen.) For all correspondence subscribers must quote their subscription number

On front cover: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi participating in the mass yoga demonstration, on the occasion of the 4th International Day of Yoga 2018, at the Forest Research Institute, in Dehradun, Uttarakhand on June 21, 2018.

For more details visit our website: http://sainiksamachar.nic.in Follow us on: www.facebook.com/DefenceMinIndia

https://twitter.com/spokespersonMoD

https://www.instagram.com/prodefense/ Workshop on Cyber Security Framework - 2018

workshop on Cyber Security Framework for A Department of Defence was organised by DDP, Ministry of Defence. The workshop was inaugurated by Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman. During her address, Smt Sitharaman stressed upon the fact that Defence sector is more prone to the cyber threats and hence it becomes important to safeguard our cyberspace with anticipation of possible attacks. The Raksha Mantri congratulated Department of Defence Production for formulating Cyber Security Framework for DDP and also establishing Cyber Security Cells at various levels to handle cyber security related issues. She further touched upon the requirement of creating the work force in all establishments in accordance with Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman addressing the gathering the nation’s vision to become a dominant force in cyber during the Workshop on Cyber Security Framework -2018. space. in synchronised approach for cyber security based on Earlier addressing the participants Secretary frame work document released by the Department of (Defence Production) Dr Ajay Kumar emphasised that all Defence Production in 2018. The framework which is Defence PSUs and Ordnance Factories are increasingly in line with National policies and guidelines, provides relying on Information Technology. However, any a common mechanism for all organisations to describe compromise in Information and Cyber Security in their current cyber security posture and the target area Defence Production environment can have far reaching for cyber security, identify and prioritize opportunities for consequences on effectiveness of our defence forces and improvement and continuously assess progress towards national security. Therefore, it is important to establish a the target area. More than 100 Chief Information Security strong, robust and resilient cyber security infrastructure officers from Directorate General Quality Assurance on priority basis. (DGQA), Directorate General of Aeronautical Quality Joint Secretary and Chief Information Security Officer Assurance (DGAQA), Directorate of Standardisation, of DDP, Dr Amit Sahai who welcomed the participants Defence PSUs and Ordnance Factories participated in to the workshop, explained that this one day workshop the workshop. has been organised by the Ministry of Defence to bring - DPR Defence

Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman, Secretary (Defence Production) Dr Ajay Kumar and Joint Secretary and Chief Information Security Officer of DDP Dr Amit Sahai at the Workshop on Cyber Security Framework -2018.

4 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 Raksha Mantri visits Valley for Security Review

he Raksha Mantri, Smt Nirmala Sitharaman, visited Tthe Chinar Corps to review the overall security situation prevailing in the Valley. The Raksha Mantri accompanied by COAS General Bipin Rawat was received by Lt Gen Ranbir Singh, Northern Army Commander and Lt Gen AK Bhatt, Chinar Corps Commander. The Raksha Mantri was briefed about the security and administrative arrangements for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra on ground. The Raksha Mantri was subsequently given an update by the Chinar Corps Commander in Badami Bagh Cantonment on the latest security scenario on the Kashmir Valley including details of Counter Infiltration and Counter Terrorist Operations undertaken in the recent past. She appreciated the effectiveness of the intelligence and operational grids and commended the commanders and troops for the excellent operational successes, which has contributed significantly towards improving the security environment in Kashmir Valley. Later in the evening, the Raksha Mantri also interacted with the Governor of J&K Shri NN Vohra at Raj Bhavan in Srinagar and discussed the overall security situation in the Valley. - PRO Srinagar

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 5 Indian Army reaches out to its bravehearts disabled in the line of duty

o commemorate the Year of TDisabled Soldier in Line of Duty, Indian Army honoured the soldiers who have been disabled while serving the nation in a seminar on Physical & Mental Issues of Disabled Soldiers organised at Manekshaw Centre. The event was attended by disabled soldiers and veterans, along with serving soldiers, officers and ladies. This event was used as an opportunity to connect with injured Indian Army bravehearts and acknowledge their service to the Nation. DGAFMS, Lt Gen Bipin Puri delivered the welcome address for the event which was presided over by Chief of Army Staff, Gen Bipin Rawat. The COAS emphasized on the need to recognize both the physical and mental aspects of the disability and Gen Bipin Rawat, COAS addressing the seminar on Physical and Mental Issues of Disabled providing comprehensive care to Soldiers at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on June 20, 2018. the disabled soldiers to help them On the occasion, Maj DP Col Sachin Saxena, Psychiatrist reintegrate into the society. He also Singh (Retd), a Kargil war veteran from Base Hospital Delhi and Col highlighted various disabled-friendly and celebrity blade runner also AS Kalra, Prosthetic Surgeon from initiatives that have been taken in shared his experiences with the Artificial Limb Centre, Pune. They Armed Forces Hospitals. audience. Other speakers included spoke about the challenges faced by disabled soldiers and discussed the very pertinent issue of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder(PTSD) that afflicts a large proportion of disabled soldiers. The aim of the Seminar was to provide an educative experience about the various stresses faced by the soldiers and their families, especially when a family member suffers from an injury leading to a devastating disability. A detailed account of various problems with special emphasis on effective solutions to combat them, was deliberated upon. This Seminar is one of the events which focuses to establish 'feel good' connect between disabled soldiers and the organisation and also aims to galvanise support for them. Gen Bipin Rawat, COAS, looking at the exhibits for the disabled soldiers at the seminar. - PRO Army

6 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 COAS visits the AEC Training College and Centre, Pachmarhi

he Chief of Army Staff Gen Bipin TRawat visited the AEC Training College and Centre, Pachmarhi from June 16-17, 2018. The General Officer was accompanied by Madhulika Rawat, President, Army Wives Welfare Association and a delegation of other officers from the HQs which included Lt Gen Rajesh Rana, General Officer Commanding, Madhya Bharat Area and Maj Gen Arun Kumar Vyas, Additional Director General of Military Training (Army Education) amongst others. AEC Training College and Center is known for imparting training in Foreign Languages and Military Music. On June 16, a band concert was organised showcasing the martial music skills of the trainees and instructors. Mrs Madhulika Rawat also graced the occasion during the conduct of Family Welfare activities by Station ladies. The event was also highlighted by an exhibition of creative work by station ladies in which Mrs Madhulika Rawat felicitated all the participants. The Chief was briefed about courses conducted at AEC Training the Foreign Languages Departments the training infrastructure and College & Centre. The Chief visited where he was shown the Language Lab, the Map Craft Dept which runs pivotal courses in navigation for the Indian Army and the Dept of English where courses are run for enhancing English communication skills of own personnel as well as from friendly foreign countries. The General Officer lauded the efforts put in by AEC Training College & Centre for integrating latest technologically aided methodology in imparting quality training to all personnel of the elite Indian Army. - PRO Nagpur

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 7 CAS confers the ‘President’s Commission’ to Flight Cadets at AFA

he blue skies of Air Force Academy turned vibrant Akash Ganga team, enthralling the spectators by dotting Twith a colourful march-past by the passing out the skies of Dundigal with tri- colours and precise Cadets on the ground and amazing aerobatics in the landing right in front of them in the parade square. air by various aircraft of Indian Air Force, which marked Spectators were held spellbound by the spectacular the momentous occasion of the graduation of 113 Flight movements of the Air Warriors Drill Team, the Nishan Cadets as Flying Officers of the Indian Air Force which Toli marching-past with the President’s Colours of the included 13 women officers. The ceremony also marked Academy and impressive Parade by the graduating commissioning of another woman fighter pilot, Flying trainees. The spectators were awestruck by the breath- Officer Meghana Shanbough, in the IAF. Air Chief taking aerobatics of highly experienced and skilled pilots Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa, the Chief of Air Staff of Suryakiran Aerobatic team, Sarang the Helicopter graced the solemn ceremony as the Chief Guest and Aerobatics Team, and PC 7 MK-II of the IAF. reviewed the Combined Graduation Parade. The Chief The Reviewing Officer was accorded ceremonial Guest was received by Air Marshal SRK Nair, Air Officer salute by the Cadets followed by an impressive march Commanding-in-Chief, Training Command and Air past. The highpoint of the parade was the Pipping Marshal Amit Tiwari, Commandant Air Force Academy. Ceremony. The Flight Cadets were awarded their A total number of 113 Flight Cadets including 13 Stripes (Air Force rank) by the Chief Guest, the AOC- women cadets were commissioned as Flying Officers, in-C Training Command and Commandant, Air Force at their alma-mater, the Air Force Academy, the Cradle Academy. They were then administered the Oath of of IAF Leadership that has moulded generations of Service (the Pledge) by the Commandant of the Academy prodigious aviation leaders. It was also indeed a proud in the presence of the Chief Guest, Parents and other moment for 80 young pilots, 6 navigators and 27 dignitaries. ground duty officers who earned their coveted Wings Later, addressing the Parade, the Chief of Air Staff and Brevets, along with 6 officers of Indian Navy and 5 complimented the newly Commissioned Flying Officers officers of Indian Coast Guard on successful completion for an exceptional standard of parade. Congratulating of their flying training. The CAS gave away various the passing-out Cadets the Air Chief said, “It is a matter awards to the Flying Officers who had excelled in their of pride and honour to review the Combined Graduation training. Flying Officer Tarun Nair from the Flying branch Parade and welcome the fine men and women into was awarded President’s Plaque and the Chief of the the Indian Air Force as Military Aviation leaders”. Air Staff Sword of Honour for standing first in Overall Keeping in view the changing geo-political and strategic Merit in Pilot Course. Flying Officer Abhishek Bajpai and environment and varied security challenges faced by Flying Officer Banti were awarded President’s Plaque for India, he urged the young officers to remain in heightened being first in overall merit in Navigation and Ground state of preparedness by dynamically adapting to the Duty branches respectively. continuously changing environment. While bringing out The ceremony began with the sky diving by the that our country is going through a transformational

The CAS receiving salute from the flight cadets at Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy.

8 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 Award Winners at Graduation Ceremony with Chief of Air Staff and Flying Officer Tarun Nair from the Flying branch receiving other dignitaries at AFA Dundigal. President’s Plaque and the Chief of the Air Staff Sword of Honour from Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa for standing first in shift to continuously modernise its forces, he told them Overall Merit in Pilot Course at AFA Dundigal. to widen their horizon and keep pace with the swiftly on their area of specialization, for another six months advancing technology to exploit the true potential of the (known as Stage–II). After completion of both the stages Aerospace Power. He advised the Cadets to focus on the of training, they re-assemble at Air Force Academy, core values of the IAF- Mission, Integrity and Excellence Dundigal for the ‘Combined Graduation Parade’ from and to be an inspiration for today’s young generation the portals of the majestic Sekhon Block, a landmark through selfless service and devotion to duty. He also building named after Flying Officer Nirmaljit Singh reminded the Cadets that the task cut out for the Defence forces is painstakingly challenging one and the task of Sekhon, Param Vir Chakra. IAF is to defend our aerospace in addition to supporting The glittering ceremony culminated with the newly the people by providing them succor in times of natural Commissioned Officers marching-out in two columns in calamities. He told the newly commissioned officers slow march to the traditional notes of Auld Lang Syne, that they must serve as role models to the men under the poignant farewell tune played by Armed Forces when their command and hence they must keep themselves bidding adieu to colleagues and comrades, proudly mentally agile, physically fit and professionally updated. acknowledging the first salute given to them by their In conclusion, he exhorted the newly Commissioned immediate juniors. They marched in absolute synchrony Officers to constantly strive to improve their professional and with purposeful strides as they saluted the Reviewing qualifications and expand skill levels failing which they Officer and crossed through the portals of their alma will become outdated. mater to take-on their future assignments and challenges All the Flight Cadets were imparted their initial unstintingly to touch the Sky with Glory. basic training at AFA for six months (known as Stage–I) FIRST WOMAN FIGHTER PILOT FROM THE SOUTH OF and subsequently undergo professional and advanced VINDHYAS training at various Air Force Stations namely Hakimpet, Flying Officer Meghana Shanbough was born Begumpet and Yelahanka besides AFA itself, based in Chikmanglur in a family of lawyers. She had her schooling at Little Rock Indian School in Brahmavar, Udipi. She did engineering in Information Science and Engineering from Sri Jaya Chamarajendra College of Engineering, Mysore from 2011-15. After having joined in January 2017 in the Flying branch at Air Force Academy, she was cleared for flying in fighter stream in a trifurcation board in December 2017. She will be the sixth woman fighter pilot to be inducted in the IAF. After her graduation in 2015, she did basic mountaineering course form Manali and Para gliding at Goa during Flying Officer Meghana Shanbough with her parents at Combined 2016, before joining IAF Graduation parade held at Air Force Academy, Dundigal. PRO Secunderabad

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 9 ICGS C-440 Commissioned at Chennai

ndian Coast Guard Ship C-440, Ian Interceptor Boat built by M/s L&T Limited was commissioned at Chennai by Inspector General Rajan Bargotra, Commander Coast Guard Region (East). The spectacular Commissioning Ceremony was witnessed by Senior Officers of the Coast Guard and other distinguished guests from various Central and State agencies. The Interceptor Boat (IB) is 27.80 mtrs long, with a displacement of 106 tons and max speed of 45 knots (85 kmph). The IB is capable of undertaking multifarious tasks including surveillance, interdiction, Search and Rescue in addition to The ship is commanded by Chennai. The Ship is the 40th in rendering assistance to boats and Asst Commandant Kundoor Varun the series among the 54 IBs being craft in distress at sea. ICGS C-440 and will be based at Chennai under built at M/s Larsen & Toubro. Ladies is capable of operating in shallow the operational command of the and Gentlemen, Commissioning waters as well as deep seas. The Commander Coast Guard Region of a ship being culmination of vessel is provided with advanced (East). the ship building process, stirs up navigational and communication Speaking on the occasion pleasant emotions in the heart of equipment for safe navigation. The Inspector General Rajan Bargotra, every worker associated with its quick reaction ability coupled with Commander Coast Guard Region construction. It is also a momentous modern equipment and systems (East), said, "It is indeed an absolute day for Coast Guard fraternity as provides her the capability to pleasure and honour for me to be it adds a platform in our inventory respond to any maritime situation at associated with the commissioning which enables us in fulfilling our mandated responsibilities in India’s very short notice. of the Coast Guard Ship C-440 at maritime zones. The seas around us have acquired significance not only for free movement of trade and commerce but also for energy needs and its security, beside exploitation of both living and non living resources. Added dimension in recent times is, its exploitation as a medium for transporting threats to our national security which originates across high seas. Though the origin of threat may mostly point towards our western maritime border, the seas offer great flexibility in choosing diverse options for routes and ICGS C-440 being commissioned by Inspector General Rajan Bargotra, Commander targets, which bring our VAs and Coast Guard Region (East). VPs on eastern sea board also under

10 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 threat. Thus, protecting India’s interest in its Maritime zones during these challenging times warrants us to equip ourselves with state of the art ships, and in adequate numbers. ICG accordingly has been on the path of rapid expansion with large number of modern ships and aircrafts being ordered to strengthen the maritime security mechanism. The Coast Guard has grown from 61 ships in 2009 to 136 ships to date. In 2017, eleven ships have been inducted into service. The service in on its way to be 190 ships and A group photograph of staff of ICG Ship C-440 with the Inspector General Rajan Bargotra, 100 aircraft strong Coast Guard by Commander Coast Guard Region (East) during commissioning ceremony. 2022. equipment would be utilised by day as it is the constabulary presence of our For ICG to accomplish the well as night for regular surveillance, ships and aircrafts in the Maritime huge acquisition plan, it won’t be anti-smuggling operations, interdiction Zones of India which acts as a possible without the robust support of suspect vessels, coastal security deterrence. I thus exhort the crew of from Indian shipbuilding industry. I operations and fisheries protection the ship being commissioned to date, must say L&T is an important partner and monitoring. These boats to make good use of the state of the in success of ICG growth story. I are also extremely useful in SAR, congratulate M/s L&T shipbuilding medical evacuations and assistance art equipment onboard, exploit these division, for building ships with fine to fishermen in distress where time to their full potential to enhance the workmanship and delivering these within which these can be deployed effectiveness of our patrolling. The before time. It’s an encouraging and reach scene of action is critical. commissioning crew always has an sign to see L& T as a private sector With their speed of 45 Kts and onerous responsibility of setting the in ship building doing well which endurance of 500 nautical miles at ship on right course. The foundation was essentially a captive domain of economical speed, this ship would what you lay in terms of setting of Public sectors till some time back. be asset for coastal security off high standards, formulating SOPs The delivery of state of art OPV Chennai. I am confident that basing and check off lists, establishing Vikram in April this year, which is of this ship here would not only first in Seven OPV project, on time strengthen the security off north Tamil the norms for maintenance and with very high quality finish stands Nadu coast in general and Chennai expoilation of equipment would testimony to this. I also compliment areas around in particular, but also stay with the ship for her life cycle the team of Coast Guard Refit and promptly provide the assistance to and pave the way for her to make Production Superintendent Surat fishermen in times of distress. mark in the history of ICG. I am whose co-ordinated efforts and The Eastern Region of the Coast confident the ship’s crew would professional inputs have culminated Guard is responsible for maintaining sincerely fulfil this responsibility. I in the timely delivery of these surveillance along 2207kms of take this opportunity to congratulate technologically sophisticated and coastline and 4.25 lakhs sq kms all ranks of ICGS C-440 on their role worthy fighting ships for the of Exclusive economic zone. The commissioning and welcome them Coast Guard. responsibility of the Coast Guard has heartily to the CG fleet of the Eastern This Interceptor Boat which increased manifold due to present is equipped with the advanced day security matrix. The modern Region and wish them successful and sophisticated navigational technology does assist us in our operations onboard." and communication sensors and endeavour of surveillance, however, - PRO Chennai

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 11 Northern Army Commander visits Kashmir Valley and Siachen Glacier

n his maiden visit to the Valley Ojust a couple of days after taking over the reins of the Udhampur based Northern Command, Lt Gen Ranbir Singh visited Srinagar on June 4, 2018 to review the overall security scenario in the Kashmir Valley. During the visit, the Army Commander was briefed by the Chinar Corps Commander, Lt Gen AK Bhatt, at Badami Bagh Cantonment on the overall security situation and major operational, logistical and administrative aspects pertaining to the Corps. an integrated approach by all the commitment to their wellbeing at all He also visited the forward areas stakeholders in dealing with the times. in the frontier district of Kupwara prevailing security situation. He The Army Commander visited where the Army Commander was also interacted with various officials the forward posts at Siachen Glacier briefed by the Commanders on from the Government and Civil the highest battlefield in the world on ground as regards the operational Administration and appreciated the June 5, 2018 where he was briefed preparedness. During his interaction synergy being maintained through with the troops, Lt Gen Ranbir Singh the joint efforts of all the agencies on the operational preparedness and lauded their professionalism, sharp which he said was the most critical the current situation. The GOC-in-C vigil along the Line of Control and aspect of successful counter terrorist interacted with troops at the Siachen high morale and exhorted them to operations. Base Camp and complimented remain alert for any eventuality. Lt Gen Ranbir Singh who the tenacious resolve, unstinting The General Officer also assumed the charge of Northern commitment of the Siachen Warriors called on the then Chief Minister Army Commander on June 1, 2018 deployed in extreme harsh weather of J&K Ms Mehbooba Mufti and extended his greetings to the Awaam and inhospitable terrain. discussed the vital importance of of Kashmir and reiterated the Army’s - PRO Srinagar

12 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 CME on Snake Bite Management - Challenges in Field Area

Continuing Medical Education A (CME) on “Snake Bite Management – Changes in Field Area was conducted at Military Hospital Jammu on June 9-10, 2018. The CME covered all the relevant topics extensively. The programme schedule was made keeping in view the difficulties faced in management of such cases at a peripheral set up so as to give maximum benefit to the treating Medical Officers. The CME was inaugurated by Lt Gen Bipin Puri, DGAFMS, Sr Col Comdt and was graced by Lt Gen Saranjeet Singh, GOC, White Knight Corps alongwith many other important dignitaries and high ranked officers of White Knight Corps and Government Medical College, Jammu. The welcome address was given by Lt Gen Saranjeet Singh, GOC, White Knight Corps who highlighted the importance of such event and hoped that the CME would help all the young Medical Officers in future. The DGAFMS in his speech exhorted the delegates of the CME and asked for their full participation with enthusiasm so as to get maximum from the event. Military Hospital, Jammu encouraging the new talents and He also thanked the organizers receives a significant number of snake giving opportunity to them. The for holding a very pertinent but bite cases annually. This hospital main speaker for the event was Dr neglected emergency in this country also gets patients from Samba, HS Bawaskar from Maharashtra who especially in Jammu region. Akhnoor, Rajouri and adjoining has extensively worked for snake bite Snake bite is a neglected districts. The hospital has devised a cases and is a pioneer in this field in environmental and occupational Region Specific ASV Administration our country. The CME was attended hazard in our country specially for Protocol (Accelerated Regimen) and by more than 100 delegates from Armed Forces personnel deployed in compared it with the WHO Regimen all over the Northern Command. unforgiving terrains. India has 216 of ASV administration with good A Workshop-cum-Demonstration identifiable species of snakes, of results. and Exhibition was also organized which 52 are known to be poisonous. The list of speakers included for the participating delegates Approximately 2,000,000 snake eminent doctors and professionals on Prevention, Identification and bites are reported in the country who are stalwarts in their fields and Management of such cases. The each year with 45,900 national have contributed significantly to the delegates also got the opportunity snakebite deaths comprising 5% problem of snake bite in India. It for hands on experience and practice of all injury deaths and 0.5% of all also included budding and young of emergency management. deaths in India. speakers fulfilling the vision of - PRO Udhampur

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 13 Commissioning Ceremony of Military Nursing Service Officers held

wenty Probationer Nurses of T42nd batch of General Nursing & Midwifery course of College of Nursing, Command Hospital Air Force Bangalore were commissioned in to the Military Nursing Service after successful completion of 3½ years of professional training in Bengaluru June 11, 2018. The Chief Guest of the function was Air Vice Marshal R K Ranyal, Commandant, Command Hospital Air Force Bangalore. Air Vice Marshal RK Ranyal presenting the Air Force Rolling trophy for all rounder and best The students of Batch No 42, outgoing student to Lt Anjali. enrolled for training in Sep 2014, appeared for All India final year exam conducted by Armed Forces Medical Services Examining Board in Feb 2018 and were declared successful. Lieutenant Anjali stood second in All India order of merit and 1st in her batch. She was awarded the Commandant’s gold medal and Air Force station Jallahali rolling trophy. She also received Air Force Rolling trophy for all rounder and best outgoing student. Lieutenant Shipra Rai secured third position in All India merit Air Vice Marshal R K Ranyal conducting the commissioning ceremony. and was second in her batch. She received the Commandant’s Silver competent in clinical area. are the core values of Nursing Medal. Mrs Sushila Jain Memorial The Chief Guest while profession. One needs to exhibit Silver Medal for the Best Bed Side addressing the newly commissioned professional competence with Nurse was awarded to Lieutenant Nursing Officers emphasized that utmost dedication to practice this Varsha Rose for being exceptionally care , commitment and compassion noble profession. He motivated newly commissioned officers to keep abreast with technological advancements and to practice their profession with devotion. Brigadier Amita Rani, Principal Matron , Command Hospital Air Force Bangalore welcomed the gathering and Lieutenant Colonel R Basil, Principal , College of Nursing Command Hospital ( AF) Bangalore administered the Nurse’s Oath. These young lieutenants have been posted to various service hospitals Air Vice Marshal R K Ranyal, Commandant, Command Hospital Air Force Bangalore alongwith all over the country. the newly commissioned Nursing Officers. - PRO Bengaluru

14 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 Indian Army celebrates Peacekeeping Day

he International UN TPeacekeeper's Day is celebrated world over on May 29 to honour fallen peacekeepers and to pay tribute to those who served or are still serving in UN peacekeeping missions. To mark the occasion, Centre for Land Warfare Studies (CLAWS) and Centre for United Nations Peacekeeping (CUNPK) along with United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office organized a joint seminar on 'United Nations Response to Protection of Civilians AVSM, VrC (Retd) gave out Key Note enhance the knowledge levels of the and Challenges in Emerging Conflict Situation'. The event Address wherein, he applauded audience while attempting to give out saw enthusiastic participation by the Indian UN Peacekeeping policy prescription on future options diplomatic community, officers from Contingents for their dedication, for world peace. It also deliberated ministries, veteran peacekeepers, conduct and competence. He upon the lessons learnt in the field UN Country Teams, students from also said that the Indian Army’s and innovative force designing that prominent universities and Indian UN Contingents shall at all times shall ensure better overall standards Army contingents earmarked for UN maintain the highest standards and professionalism in mission of professionalism and discipline deployment. areas. while strictly adhering to ideals and Lt Gen Ajae Kumar Sharma The event was one of the many Director General Staff Duties principles of UN Peacekeeping. international events conducted by delivered the Inaugural Address. The seminar focused on CUNPK and CLAWS in India and Mr Derk Segaar, Director, United the importance of UN response Nations Information Center, New to Protection of Civilians and was also supported by UN Resident Delhi read out the UN Secretary Challenges in Emerging Conflict Coordinator, India. The event laid General's message. A two minutes Situations. The role and relevance down the foundation for meaningful silence was observed to pay homage of United Nations in conflict torn deliberations for UN peace to the fallen peacekeepers. Speaking societies was deliberated upon with operations in a changing world and on the occasion Lt Gen Satish emphasis on Preventive Diplomacy was well received by the participants. Nambiar, Padma Bhushan, PVSM, and Peacemaking. It aimed to - PRO Army

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 15 Rescue and relief operations in flood affected areas of Manipur and Tripura

nits of Assam Rifles and Indian UArmy carried out large scale rescue and relief operations in the flood affected areas of Manipur and Tripura. 430 citizens were evacuated from Irong, Maibam, Uchiwa, Arapati, Kiyamgei, Achanbigai and Mongjam villages of Thoubal, Imphal East and Imphal West Districts of Manipur by columns of Assam Rifles and Indian Army. More than 950 citizens were rescued from Kailashahar, Indiranagar, Fatikroy, Santail, Kumarghat in Tripura and more than 2000 people were given shelter at relief camps at Kailashahar, Tripura. A total of six columns operated in

the state after responding to request from Civil administration. In addition to the relief and rescue operations maximum possible assistance was provided to the civil administration by troops of Assam Rifles and Indian Army in terms of establishing shelters, relief camps, distribution of emergency rations, drinking water supply and repair of embankments. A large number of medical teams were also deployed to cater to the affected populace in these two states reeling under the effects of the flood. - PRO Kolkata

16 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 TASA launches Medicine Inventory Management System for ECHS

ajor General N Srinivas Rao, MGeneral Officer Commanding, Telangana and Andhra Sub Area launched Medicine Inventory Management System (MIMS) for ECHS in TASA which is first of its kind in the country, in the presence of senior officers, veterans and their families. In his Inaugural address, Major General N Srinivas Rao Major General N Srinivas Rao, GOC, TASA addressing the gathering at the launching stated that the Integrated Medicine function of Medicine Inventory Management System (MIMS) for ECHS. Inventory Management System felicitated Intellobots Technologies Telangana ECHS. In the first phase, will bring in revolutionary changes team who developed the software, ECHS Doctor Appointment Booking in the medicine procurement in Synchrony Financials and ZOHO ECHS. With the launch of MIMS, Application was launched on Army Mail for their contributions to ECHS TASA has accomplished complete Day, January 15 this year, which beneficiaries. He also rewarded cash automation of the process of is being extensively used by ECHS prizes to ECHS Staff in recognition of indenting, procurement and beneficiaries of Telangana and exceptional job performance. distribution of medicines. The Andhra Pradesh. system also incorporates online Colonel Anil Kumar NR, Veterans, members of ECHS financial concurrence and in future Director ECHS, HQ TASA explained TASA Consultative Committee, online audit module for CDA will that the Integrated Medicine senior Army Officials including be incorporated in the system. Inventory Management System helps Lieutenant General KR Rao (Retd), ECHS Polyclinics to create demand, Taking lot of encouragement from Deputy GOC, Brigadier MD modification of demand and also the launch of Integrated MIMS, HQ Upadhay, Commandant 1 EME TASA now envisions the successful facilitates the online approval of Centre, Brigadier Sandeep Bhalla, completion of Phase 3 of the project demand for medicines. It provides Commandant AOC Centre, which is Central Monitoring System. predictive analysis using machine Brigadier PK Sharma, Commandant, The GOC complimented the positive learning, thereby ensuring optimal attitude of CDA Secunderabad, procurement of medicines. It also Military Hospital, Secunderabad, CDA IT and Senior Executive facilitates real time monitoring of Brigadier Vivekananda, Controller Medical Officers and Senior stock levels and online financial of Defence Accounts (ITSDC), Shri Executive Dental Officers for all the concurrence from Controller of Raja Reddy, Director, Sainik Welfare, support and guidance provided to Defence Accounts. Integrated MIMS Telangana, Colonel Ramesh (Retd) TASA team for the development of is the second phase of a series of were present on this occasion. the software. The General Officer IT Initiatives undertaken by HQ - PRO Secundrabad

Major General N Srinivas Rao, GOC, TASA at the launching Major General N Srinivas Rao, GOC, TASA felicitating Intellobots function of Medicine Inventory Management System (MIMS) for Technologies team at the launching function of Medicine Inventory ECHS. Management System (MIMS) for ECHS.

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 17 Military Hospital celebrates World Blood Donor Day

orld Blood Donor Day was celebrated by Military WHospital, Secunderabad in association with Indian Medical Association and Maitri Blood Bank, Hyderabad. A blood donation camp was organized on this occasion. The blood donation camp was inaugurated by Major General N Srinivas Rao, General Officer Commanding, Telangana and Andhra Sub Area who led the volunteers in blood donation. In his address to the troops of Secunderabad garrison the GOC reiterated this year’s theme of World Blood Donor Day 'Be there for someone else, give blood, share life' and stressed the importance of voluntarily donating blood as there was a huge shortfall of blood in the country. He urged Major General N Srinivas Rao, GOC, TASA donating blood along with soldiers at Blood Donation Camp. the troops to spread the message amongst their relatives and friends in civil so that more people are made aware of voluntary blood donation. He said that the Army has always been at the forefront of all nation building activities and similar camps had been organized in past as well by various units of Secunderabad station as a social commitment to civil society. He expressed his heartiest thanks to all the organizers of the event and the donors for conducting the event smoothly. The Commandant of Military Hospital, Secunderabad, Brigadier D Vivekanand stated that the Mrs Anuradha Rao, wife of Major General Srinivas Rao inaugurating response at the blood donation camp was overwhelming the renovated Officers Family Ward at Military Hospital. and the army personnel of various units of Secunderabad military station turned up in huge numbers to voluntarily donate blood, resulting in a total collection of 130 units of blood which would be used for patients in civil hospital in Secunderabad and Hyderabad. The Commandant also thanked Indian Medical Association, Hyderabad and the team from Maitri blood bank for successfully organizing the event.

As part of ongoing efforts to improve facilities for patients, Major General N Srinivas Rao, GOC, TASA presented an E-Rickshaw to the Military Hospital, Secunderabd for intra-hospital transport of patients. Later, Mrs Anuradha Rao, wife of Major General Srinivas Rao inaugurated the renovated Officers Family Ward. As part of ongoing efforts to improve facilities for patients the GOC, TASA presented the Military Hospital an E-Rickshaw for intra-hospital transport of patients. The patient token system and patient vital parameter monitoring systems purchased through the funds given by TASA were also inaugurated. Tree plantation was Major General N Srinivas Rao, GOC, TASA inaugurating the Blood also done in the hospital premises. Donation Camp by lighting the lamp at Military Hospital. - PRO Secunderabad

18 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 Big Participation by IAF Maintenance Command in Futala Cleanup

large number of air warriors A of Indian Air Force from HQ Maintenance Command Vayusena Nagar, Nagpur came out to participate in the cleanliness drive at the Futala Lake on May 27, 2018 by the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC). The drive started at 7 AM and the Air Force contingent was led by Air Marshal Hemant Sharma, Air officer Commanding-in- Chief, Headquarters Maintenance Command and included all the senior officers. Futala Lake is a very prominent landmark of the city where people from all walks of life come and spend some quality time with their families and friends. A large crowd of students is also seen there most of the time due to a large number of eateries located on the Dam. The road passing through Futala Lake Dam is the approach to Headquarters Maintenance Command and large amount of garbage generated by the shops and shacks is an eyesore at this scenic spot. This is in stark contrast to the area from KV Vayusena Nagar that different areas on the road along the places along the lake to remind the is maintained neat and clean by the lake. Also to make the drive longer people that the lake belongs to all of HQ Maintenance Command. Thus lasting and leave a permanent us and its cleanliness is also our joint any effort to cleanup the area strikes impression on the minds of the responsibility. The IAF Officials also an instant chord with the Indian Air people, the Indian Air Force came interacted with NMC Commissioner Force. out with colourful banner with a logo and assured all possible help and For the cleanup of Futala Lake and slogan ‘Lets Save the Pond’. contribution in this noble effort. front, air warriors were allocated The banners would be left at a few - PRO Nagpur

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 19 Eid Celebration : Alwar Military Station

lwar as a city has a rich history Aattached to it. A princely State during the British Raj, Alwar has many famous Forts and Palaces. History of Alwar Military Garrison dates back to times of the Indian State Forces. The Garrison was occupied by State Forces Maharaja of Alwar at three different locations viz The Jai Paltan (Infantry), Pratap Paltan (Infantry) and Mangal Lancer (Cavalry), all took part in the first and second World Wars under Imperial Command. Their erstwhile accommodation is presently Brig IM Lamba Offg Station Commander inaugurating the renovated Masjid at Sarva inhabited and known as JP lines, PP Dharm Sthal premises at the Military Station Alwar on the occasion of the Eid celebrations Lines and ML Lines. Alwar was the on June 16, 2018. Col SN Karthikeyan Commanding Officer 4 Grenadiers is also seen.

first in Rajputana to form part of the ‘Imperial Service Troops’. In 1898, Maharaja Jai Singh entered into a pact that all expenses of imperial troops would be borne by him when the forces stay in Alwar, but when they go out they would be under command and control of the British officers. To ensure a comfortable stay of the forces, Maharaja Jai Singh ensured availability of basic needs which are essential for the troops. In continuation of the rich legacy of Sub (RT) Abu Talib conducting the prayers on the occasion of Eid.

Brig IM Lamba Off Stn Commander presenting the framed photo of Mecca to the Col Karthikeyan CO 4 Grenadiers. Personnel offering prayers

20 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 Brig IM Lamba greeting Eid Mubarak Col SN Karthikeyan greeting Eid Mubarak

Greeting Eid Mubarak to each other Indian Army, Alwar Military Station which is part of the Sarv Dharm of the auspicious festival Eid-Ul-Fitr has developed into a complete and Sthal Masjid has a very aesthetic and at the Station Masjid. The inaugural comprehensive Military Station. renewed look due to the renovation celebrations were attended by Alwar Military Station has many carried out by 4 GRENADIERS (PVC Officers and Other Ranks of the facilities which cater to the holistic CQMH Abdul Hamid Battalion), station. The complete renovation of growth of the soldier posted to thus completing the essence of a the Masjid and the arrangements for the station. The facilities include, Sarv Dharm Sthal. The renovated celebration of Eid-Ul-Fitr was well Training Areas, Military Hospital, Masjid was inaugurated by Station organized under the aegis of Station Sports Complex having Swimming Commander, Alwar Military Station Headquarter, Alwar Military Station Pool and a Sarv Dharm Sthal. on June 16, 2018. The day was and 4 GRENADIERS, resulting in For the first time, Eid-Ul-Fitr was specially chosen as it coincided with a memorable contribution to the celebrated at the Station in the Alwar the completion of the Holy month of growth of Alwar Military Station. Military Station. The Station Masjid Ramzan and inaugural celebrations - DPR Photo Editor

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 21 International Yoga Day 2018

The COSC and Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Sunil Lanba performing yoga at Varunika, Chanakya Puri, New Delhi The Defence Secretary, Shri Sanjay Mitra performing Yoga, on the occasion of the 4th International Day of Yoga 2018.

Shri Ananth Kumar, Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Chemical & Fertilizers and Brigadier Purvimath, Deputy Director General NCC The Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal SB Deo performing doing yoga with NCC Cadets. Yoga, on the occasion of the 4th International Day of Yoga 2018.

International Yoga Day at 1EME, Secunderabad wherein 3000 Trainees, JCOs, Others Ranks & Officers performed Yoga Asanas. Yoga Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor in Brigadier Sandeep Bhalla, Commandant, 1EME Centre led the National Cadet Corps Officers Training Academy, Kamptee. morning Yoga Asanas session.

Naval personnel onboard warships at Kochi performing Yoga on the jetty Yoga Day celebrating at Para Brigade. despite rains.

22 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 Yoga day was celebrated with much enthusiasm and fanfare at Sitabuldi Fort, Nagpur under the aegis of HQ Uttar Maharashtra & Gujarat Sub Area.

NCC Directorate (Karnataka & Goa) Bengaluru celebrated Yoga Yoga Day celebrating at HQ Central Command Lucknow. Day with about 8000 NCC Cadets from 150 Schools and Colleges in and around Bengaluru.

Yoga Day was celebrated by Indian Navy at Marina Beach near INS Adyar, Chennai. Rear Admiral Alok Bhatnagar, Flag Officer Commanding Tamil Nadu & Puducherry Naval Area, Shri Anand Mohan, Inspector General, CISF South Sector, Officers & Other Ranks from Navy and CISF alongwith their families participated. Tripeak Brigade celebrating Yoga Day.

Yoga Day being celebrated at Military Station Auli and Joshimath (UK).

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 23 Air Vice Marshal RK Ranyal, Commandant Command Hospital Air Force Bengaluru led the personnel in the Yoga Session. Yoga Day being celebrated by Indian Air Force at Air Force Station Sulur.

International Yoga Day was celebrated at Madras Engineer Group and Centre in Bengaluru in which 3500 soldiers including Officers, HQ Madhya Bharat Area celebrated Yoga Day JCOs, Jawans and their families participated.

Yoga Day at Alwar Military Station

Students of Army Public School, Bengaluru doing Yoga at their school on K Kamaraj Road in Bengaluru. Yoga Day celebrations at

24 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 International Yoga Day celebration at HQ Southern Air Command, IAF. International Yoga Day celebration at 19 FBSU, Air Force.

International Yoga Day celebration at Air Force Record Office, New International Yoga Day celebration at AF Stn KKD. Delhi.

International Yoga Day celebration at 11 BRD, AF. International Yoga day celebration at Vayu Sena Vatika Gurugram.

Air Force Administration College. International Yoga Day celebration at AF Station Gorakhpur.

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 25 Pranayam Yoga camp at NCC OTA, Kamptee Indian and Chinese soldiers performing Yoga in Eastern Ladakh area on Yoga Day.

Indicative of our endeavour to maintain peace and tranquility, 20 Chinese soldiers participated in Yoga at Daulat Beg Oldie (DBO) Sadhguru, founder of Isha Foundation was present at Siachen Base on Indian side of Line of Actual control on invitation of Indian Army Camp and participated in Yoga with the troops in the International Yoga Day.

Glimpse from the mass yoga demonstration commemorating the International Yoga Day was observed by Indian Coast Guard at 4th International Day of Yoga held at Indian Naval Academy. Chennai

International Yoga day was celebrated at Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering (MCEME) in Secunderabad. International Yoga Day celebration at Telangana and Andhra Sub The event was attended by Lieutenant General Paramjit Singh, Area (TASA) Headquarters. Major General N Srinivas Rao led the Commandant, MCEME, Major General TSA Narayanan, Deputy Yoga Asana performance, pranayama and meditation sessions. Commandant and more than 1000 officers & other ranks.

26 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 About 100 Officers from all three services of Indian armed forces and Friendly Foreign Countries performed Yoga at College of Defence Management (CDM) on International Yoga Day.

Aqua Yoga by naval personnel to mark the International Day of Vice Adm Karambir Singh performing Yoga along with naval Yoga at Visakhapatnam. personnel to mark the International Day of Yoga at Visakhapatnam.

Yoga by naval personnel onboard a Yoga by naval divers to mark the International Day of Yoga at Visakhapatnam. submarine.

Yoga by naval personnel onboard ENC ship to mark the International Day of Yoga. Yoga Day celebration at Vayusena Nagar.

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 27 Training Capsule for Coastal Police by Navy concludes

he ‘On Job Training' capsule, Tconducted by the Southern Naval Command for the Coastal Police of Kerala, concluded on May 30, 2018, with a valedictory function conducted at the Joint Operations Centre Kochi. The Chief Guests for the function were Rear Admiral R J Nadkarni, Chief of Staff, Southern Naval Command (SNC) and IG Coastal Police, Shri Vijay Sakhare. The function was also attended by the DIG Coastal Police, Shri K P Chief of Staff giving course completion certificates to Coastal Police personnel. Philip, as well as staff officers from the headquarters of SNC and Naval Officer-in-charge (NOIC), Kerala. Course Completion Certificates were distributed to all the Coastal Police personnel who attended the course. Sagar Prahari Bal (Kochi), a unit under NOIC (Kerala) was the nodal agency responsible for the conduct of the training capsule, which commenced on April 30, 2018 and was attended by 30 Coastal Police personnel. The decision to conduct Coastal Police training by the Indian Navy was taken at the Joint Coastal Security Coastal police training in progress.

28 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 Review Meeting held on February Craft, weapon firing - both ashore naval ships were also conducted. 21, 2018. This training initiative is and at sea, Boarding Exercises, The training would immensely the first of its kind, undertaken on a fire-fighting, night patrolling at contribute towards capacity building 24x7 basis, with active participation sea, inspection of fishing boats, and in dealing with maritime threats and coordination between the Indian navigational safety, Rules of and handling emergencies at sea. It Navy and the Coastal Police. Engagement, Force Protection has also provided the much needed The training aimed at Measures, Rescue of Life at sea fillip and confidence to the coastal familiarising the police to the marine as-well-as First Aid and CPR. The police for patrolling at sea and environment so as to enhance their capsule comprised both theoretical strengthening the coastal security of overall proficiency, while carrying out lectures as well as practical training, the State. This training capsule will patrolling at sea. They were trained with greater focus given to the be continued for successive Coastal on survival at sea, boat handling, practical aspects of coastal security. Police batches in future. maintenance of Fast Interceptor Familiarisation sorties onboard - PRO Kochi

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 29 Passing Out Ceremony of Officer Trainees at Naval Base Kochi

n an impressive Ceremonial Ifunction held on board INS Tir and ICGS Sarathi, 155 Officer Trainees of the 93rd Integrated Officer Trainees’ Course passed out on June 8, 2018. Rear Admiral RJ Nadkarni, Chief of Staff, Southern Naval Command was the Chief Guest for the ceremony who also awarded trophies to the meritorious officers. The coveted ‘Chief of the Naval Staff Trophy’ and ‘Telescope’ for the Best ‘All Round Sea Trainee’ was awarded to Sub Lieutenant D Arun Kumar. Sub Lieutenant Rishav Saha received the ‘Binoculars’ for standing first in overall Order of Merit and Sub Lieutenant Mayank The sea training of 24 weeks for Port Victoria (Seychelles), Port Louis Kumar Kalier was awarded the Flag this batch commenced on December (Mauritius) and Dar-es-Salaam Officer Commanding-in-Chief, 25, 2017. During this period, (Tanzania). Eastern Naval Command Rolling the Sea Trainees were imparted Trophy for showing maximum The officers joined various instructions and hands on practical progress in service subjects during frontline naval warships and Coast the term. Assistant Commandant experience on Seamanship, General Guard patrol vessels on both Suraj Rawat received the Director Navigation, Astro Navigation, Western and Eastern Sea board for General Indian Coast Guard Communications, Gunnery, Anti further afloat training. Trophy as the Best Coast Guard Submarine Warfare and Officer The First Training Squadron Sea Trainee, while Sub Lieutenant of the Watch / Officer of the Day comprised Indian Naval Ships Tir, Kartikey Dubey was adjudged the duties. The Sea Trainees also got Sujata Shardul and Magar, Indian Best Sportsman and awarded the the opportunity to visit various ports Coast Guard Ship Sarathi, as well Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, on both the West and East Coast as Sail Training Ships INS Tarangini Southern Naval Command Rolling of India, as well as foreign ports in and Sudarshini. Trophy. Indian Ocean countries, such as - PRO Kochi

30 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 160th Founders Day celebrations at the Lawrence School, Lovedale

he prestigious Institution, The TLawrence School, Lovedale, under the aegis of the HRD Ministry recently celebrated its 160th Founder’s Day. The two day celebration was an event worth the wait. The first day witnessed the various Exhibitions – Science, Math, Art and Humanities. This event was followed by the Equestrian Display by the School’s Riding Club. The English Play, Peter Pan was worth the wait wherein the students displayed their histrionic skills on stage leaving the spectators exhilarated. The beauty of the Sunset Chiefs Of Staff Committee and the in Ramzan month This famous story Sensation – a medley of world Headmaster Mr Rajan Narayanan based play was the main attraction (O), the Parade also endorsed the dances and music mesmerized the of the program . parents, who were overwhelmed various batches of OLs marching The Beating Retreat marked the watching their little ones enjoy. proudly, reliving their school days. end of the Founder’s celebration at The Second Day on May The prize distribution followed 26, 2018, commenced with the by the Annual School Report the Lawrence School, Lovedale, the parade, keeping in line with the for the year 2017-18, saw an ceremony featuring Band, Pipes and illustrious crowd’s appreciation for military antiquity and tradition of Drum Bands played to the formations the Lawrence School, Lovedale. The the students’ efforts and providing and melody of exalting music. Command Voice, Naman Agrawal, insightful anecdotes enlightening the who is also the Head Boy of the students and guests. The children The 160th Founders Day was School, headed the platoons to the proudly displayed their skills in the a crowd pulling and exuberant fete, rhythm of the soldiers’ cadence. Variety Entertainment, aptly titled modelling way for the ever successful Inspected by the Chief Guest, the ‘Kaleidoscope’. In this culture Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chief of program the Hindi play ED GAAH events to come forth. the Naval Staff, Indian Navy and touched the heart of the audience, - PRO Chennai

Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chief of The Naval Staff presented the prize and trophies to the outstanding performance students on the occasion of 160th Founders Day celebrations held at the Lawrence School, Lovedale.

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 31 CDM celebrates World Environment Day

o mark the World Environment TDay, a tree plantation drive was organised at the College of Defence Management (CDM) campus on June 5, 2018. Officers, Staff and their families participated in event. The college also embarked on an Eco-Awareness initiative in the form of a herbal garden Sanjivani comprising 56 species of herbal plants, sustained through rainwater harvesting and prepared at no cost through voluntary efforts of the members. The initiative has harnessed various stakeholders’ viz. PCCF and Herbal curator of Forest Academy, Telangana.

While imparting leadership and management training to future leaders of Indian Armed forces and of friendly foreign countries, College of Defence Management actively promotes a passion for eco- conservation through its Eco-Club whose members as Eco Warriors champion the cause of nature. The initiatives of the college are reflective of how the soldier is in harmony with nature both while guarding the frontiers of the nation and while engaged in academic pursuit. - PRO Secunderabad

32 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 World Environment Day 2018 Observed by Coast Guard in Haldia

s part of World Environment ADay 2018 with the theme of ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’ Coast Guard District Headquarters (WB), Haldia conducted an event on June 5, 2018 in coordination with Indian Oil Corporation and Haldia Municipality. A walkathon was conducted with children and families carrying banners depicting actions for the protection of our environment and encouraging awareness followed by pledge taking ceremony. A musical drama by wards and personnel of Coast Guard was displayed addressing the harmful effects of plastic pollution and actions to minimise the use of single use plastic products. Tree plantation at Haldia riverfront was also carried out by the ladies of Coast Guard faternity to help reduce ozone gases from the environment. Deputy Inspector General M A Warsi, Commander West Bengal addressed the gathering to come together to combat one of the

greatest environmental challenges of ‘If you can’t reuse it, refuse it’. our times. Every year enough plastic The Indian Coast Guard is is thrown to circle the earth four regularly conducting events as part times. The Commander pointed out of social awareness drive to sensitise how plastic pollution has become the local populace about the ill an epidemic and raised the slogan effects of marine pollution. - PRO Kolkata

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 33 Chakravyuh

Q1. MLH class of helicopters of ‘Mighty Armours” as a tribute to the country's first indigenously of IAF were deployed to douse the fire in a designed and built missile frigate. Which frigate metropolis of India on May 30, 2018. Name the am I talking about? crowded locality and the city. Q2. What is the name of the equipment used to Q7. Which corps was initially raised in Bengal in carry water from a nearby source with the help 1779 as the 'Stud Department'. of helicopters, used in fire fighting? See Pic-1. Q8. Who is arguably the most famous soldier of the Q3. What is the inspiring name of the schools set 34th Bengal Native Infantry (BNI) regiment of up in many IAF stations for specially abled the British East India Company. children? Q4. Identify this interesting adventure sport, Q9. Shown in the picture (Pic-3), is Prime Minister Shri shown in the picture (Pic-2). It is popular Narendra Modi inaugurating an Expressway among adolescents and youth. Many tourist recently. Which two cities involved in the first destinations also have facilities for this activity. battle of Independence, does it connect. Q5. Name the iconic festival that is generally held in February opposite the Lion Gate of Naval Q10 How do you connect Pithoragarh and Gunji, Dockyard Mumbai, in which Indian Navy with IAF? participated in a big way this year. Q11 In which state is the Eastern Command Q6. In an attempt to bring the rich maritime legacy Headquarters of IAF located? of the Indian Navy to the people of Mumbai, the Maritime History Society (MHS) hosted an art Q12. In which state is the Eastern Command installation at Kaala Ghoda Festival, this year Headquarters of Indian Army located?

Pic-1 Pic-2

Pic-3

Answers 1 Malviya Nagar, New Delhi. 2 Bambi Bucket. 3 Umeed. 4 Parasailing. 5 Kaala Ghoda Festival. 6 INS Godavari. 7 Remount and Veterinary Corps. 8 Sipahi Mangal Pandey. 9 New Delhi and Meerut. 10 IAF is providing the airbridge between these places for Mansarover Yatra. 11 Meghalaya. 12 West Bengal. - Wg Cdr Samir Gangakhedkar

34 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 Graduation Ceremony of 157th Fighter Controllers’ Course held

n impressive graduation Aceremony was held at Air Force Station Memaura on June 14, 2018 to mark the culmination of No. 157th Fighter Controllers’ Course (FCC). The course, which comprises 8 officers from Indian Air Force (IAF) and also one officer from Friendly Foreign Countries, commenced in January 2018. The function marked culmination of FCC and donning Air Force. Meritorious trainees were awarded with trophies and of the coveted Controllers’ Badge Gp Capt J Poosha, Commanding for the Graduating Officers. The medallions by the reviewing officer. Officer, Air Defence College gave valedictory function was presided Flying Officer Ayan Panigrahi was over by Air Vice Marshal Shreesh a report on the course highlighting awarded AOC-in-C, CAC Trophy Mohan, AD Commander, HQ salient training activities undertaken for Best in Overall Performance. Central Air Command (CAC), Indian during the course. - PRO Lucknow CUNPK Training of Trainers Course

he Centre for United Nations The course was attended by 30 Kumar Sharma, Director General TPeacekeeping (CUNPK), India officers including eight from Friendly Staff Duties. and the Global Centre for the Foreign Countries. In the Opening The course was designed for Responsibilty to Protect jointly started Ceremony, Setting the Context mid-level military officials from the pilot Training of Trainers (ToT) was done by Ms Savita Paundway, the countries that are active Troop Course on Civilian Protection and Deputy Executive Director of the Contributing Countries to the UN the Responsibility to Protect (R2P), at Global Centre for the Responsibility peacekeeping operations. The Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi from to Protect, followed by Inaugural training was targeted towards June 18-22, 2018. Address delivered by Lt Gen Ajae experienced trainers currently facilitating the pre-deployment training at respective peacekeeping training centres, or officers with recent experience in UN Peacekeeping Missions who may undertake training roles within their peacekeeping institutions, as-well-as officers identified for deployment in Peacekeeping Missions with a POC mandate. - APRO Army

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 35 NCAAT 2018 inaugurated at ARDE

n June 8-9, 2018 a National OConference on Advances in Armament Technology (NCAAT 2018) was organised at Armament Research & Development Establishment (ARDE) Pahsan Pune. The conference provided an open forum for participants to interact and exchange ideas and experiences on latest technologies and future plans for their application in the field of Armaments. The function was inaugurated in presence of Dr SK praised the DRDO family for their industries, Ex-Directors of ARDE, Salwan, Vice Chancellor, Apeejay work culture and ability to accept Senior officers form DRDO and Stya University, Delhi & Lt Gen PK challanges ahead in pursuit of Ordnance Factories attended the Srivastava DG (Arty) as Guests latest user requirements. Dr SK inaugural function. An exhibition for the function. Shri PK Mehta, Salwan, Ex-Director ARDE gave a and poster presentation displaying DG (ACE) in his opening speech thorough presentation on modern Armament related hardware emphasised the growing need of and futuristic trends in the various and models developed with the active interaction between private global technologies ranging from participation of about 50 private parterners and DRDO, especially space technology, nano materials, industries under 'Make in India' in the field of modern technology robotics, genetics, unmanned drive was also organised during this required for development of vehicles, complex mathematics, conference. Armaments. DG(Arty) in his remark futuristic war scenarioes etc. Private - PRO Pune ENC mountaineering team scales Mt Mentok Kangri

etting foot atop Mt. Mentok Kangri, a challenging members successfully submitted Mt. Mentok Kangri S6250m peak, the mission on which 11 mountaineers located in Rupshu plateau in Eastern Leh on June 10, including 2 Women Officers of Eastern Naval Command 2018. The expedition included a week’s approach trek (ENC) embarked in end May, was realised when all from Tsokar lake, crossing 4 high passes ranging from 4800m-5400m and reaching base camp at 5300m. The team could finally summit the peak after a daunting and extremely challenging summit climb of 11 hrs including a 70 degree wall of around 350m, traversing through the glacier in 10-15 knot winds with occasional snowfall throughout the climb. The team also undertook yoga practise enroute as a run up to the International Yoga Day being celebrated on 21 June across the world. The team led by Cdr Amit Kumar was assisted by 3 Sherpas and established 6 camps enroute with summit camp at 5450 mtrs making the summit a 800 m near vertical climb with deep crevasses and long rocky moraines before ascending near vertical rock/ice slope unfurling the National Flag and Naval Ensign atop Mt. Mentok Kangri. - PRO Visakhapatnam

36 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 Naval Women Mountaineers Summit Mount Deotibba

n all women Naval mountaineering team led by Lt ACdr Kokila Sajwan summited Mount Deotibba an June 10, 2018. The expedition was flagged off by Vice Admiral AK Chawla, Chief of Personnel on May 28, 2018 from New Delhi laying foundation for a team, which would attempt to scale many more challenging peaks in the near future. Mount Deotibba provided excellent opportunity to the team in honing their mountaineering skills. Mt Deotibba is the second highest peak (6001M) in the Pir-Panjal range in Himachal Pradesh. It is considered to be a difficult peak to summit. The team was led by Lt through Chikka and Seri. They advanced towards the Cdr Kokila Sajwan with Lt Cdr Nanadini Dam Roy, Lt Cdr Summit through advance base camp at 4700 mtrs and Seema Chaudhary, Lt Cdr Pooja Sharma, Lt Cdr Rekha the Summit camp at 5250 mtrs. Displaying exemplary Shree, Lt Cdr Rashu Tyagi, Lt Saino Wilson, Lt Chamm courage and esprit-de-corps, the team battled extreme Kumari, Surg Lt Himwant Kaur, Lt Surbhi Sharma, Lt weather conditions including white outs and heavy Shristi Thakur, Lt Vipasha Sharma, Lt Kritika Sharma as snowfall accompanied by strong winds. After a strenuous other team members. push of about 12 hrs of climbing, the team summited the The team started the trek from the road head (Bara peak at 1300 hrs on June 10, 2018. Hazari) to the base camp at an altitude of 4250 mtrs - PRO Navy Coast Guard launches operation to rescue distressed vessel MV SSL Kolkata

ndian Coast Guard ships sailed in MV SSL Kolkata off sandheads. The and 464 containers. Whilst on Ithe wee hours from Haldia, Paradip container carrier was on coastal passage the fire broke out due to and Visakhapatnam to douse a voyage from Krishnapatnam to explosion in one of the container major fire onboard Indian flag vessel Kolkata with 22 crew (all Indians) and gradually the fire spread over to 60 containers and became out of control despite efforts by ship’s crew. Due to major fire and inclement weather conditions the vessel started losing stability and Master of the vessel decided to manoeuvre ship in shallow area off sandheads for shelter. Later the Master planned to abandon the ship. Coast Guard Dornier aircraft was launched from Kolkata and ICGS Rajkiran from Haldia reached the area at about 0830 hrs for rescue of 22 Indian crew. Despite inclement weather and rough sea condition the rescue operation was undertaken. All 22 crew were rescued by Coast Guard ship Rajkiran. - PRO ICG

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 37 350 candidates selected to join Indian Army

fter undergoing a grueling selection process for Arecruitment into the Indian Army at Puducherry (UT), the successful candidates of Chennai, Cuddalore, Kanchipuram, Thiruvannamalai, Thiruvallur, Vellore and Villupuram Districts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry district of Union Territory of Puducherry were finally ready for Regimental Centers of the Indian Army across India. The selection procedure included physical tests, a 1.6 km run. Candidates who successfully cleared the physical tests then underwent physical measurement test for the exacting standards of the Army. This was followed by medical tests to rule out any underlying diseases/ ailments. Finally, a written examination was conducted Colonel Sunil Bhatt, Director Recruiting handing over the documents to the selected candidates for the Indian Army during to ascertain the knowledge and general awareness of dispatch ceremony held at Recruiting Office (HQ), Fort Saint the candidates. George, On June 15, 2018. The Director Recruiting, Recruiting Office (Headquarter) presided over the Despatch ceremony. are scheduled to be despatched by June 20, 2018. Total of approximately 352 candidates were selected An exciting journey lies ahead for these successful out of about 23130 who applied for the recruitment at candidates who have stepped out for a life of adventure, Puducherry Rally. A total of about 254 candidates have valour, honour and duty to serve the nation. been enrolled and despatch till June 15, 2018 and rest - PRO Chennai Medical expertise and prompt action of Army Doctors saves life of a young Manipur girl child

n the afternoon of May 18, 2018 a three year old girl Hospital resuscitated Chongnei and continuously worked Iform P Moulding in Leimakhong Manipur was brought to keep her airway open to facilitate normal breathing, to the Army Hospital of Army’s Red Shield Division in necessary medication was promptly administered to a critical state. It was evident that the girl, Chongnei stabilize her condition and control the life threatening Nem, daughter of Seigoulen, had serious head injuries seizures. Despite these efforts, condition of the young resulting from an accident involving a two-wheeler. The girl continued to deteriorate and she became hypoxic. young child was in a critical state being semi conscious, Not giving up, the Army doctors persisted in their efforts unresponsive and suffered from continuous general by intubating and put her on ventilator support. After seizures. Acting promptly, the medical staff of the Army hectic and intensive efforts at resuscitating girl child, she could be revived and stabilized enough to be transferred to the nearest civilian hospital with the necessary neurosurgical expertise and facilities for her further necessary medical care. Chongnei was quickly shifted by the Army Hospital using their resources. A CT scan at the Neurosurgical Centre of the civil hospital, revealed a major brain contusion resulting in diffuse edema. This was speedily controlled by specialists and the young girl is fast recovering. With the innocent smile back on her bright face, Chongnei and her parents remain eternally grateful to the medical staff and doctors of the Army Hospital at Leimakhong whose prompt and expert handling gave her a new lease of life. - PRO Imphal

38 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 Solo Cycle Expedition from Kashmir to Kanyakumari

solo cycle expedition was undertaken by Lt Cdr A Manoj Gupta of Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala from Kashmir to Kanyakumar during June 2 to July 18, 2018 to create awareness regarding “Armed Forces Flag Day”. The cycle Expedition originated from Khardung La on June 6, 2018 and will terminate at Kanyakumari on July 16, 2018. The Expedition was flagged off by Colonel Satish Sharma, Commandant, Ladakh Scouts Regimental Training Centre, Leh on June 6, 2018. In his maiden solo cycle expedition, the officer will visit 40 places. The technical support is being provided by TI Cycles of India, Chennai at their retail outlets enroute. The officer, as part of his expedition, has already traversed Upshi, Pang, Sarchu, Keylong, Manali, Mandi and Ramshehar, covering a distance of 800 km. - PRO INA 3 Ladakh Scouts conducts Ex-Servicemen Rally

n Ex-servicemen rally was and 57 Veer Naris/Widows of ex- Kohli, Station Commander and Aconducted by 3 Ladakh Scouts servicemen of the Regiment. Apart Commandant Ladakh Scouts Regt at Karu on May 15, 2018 which from a large number of military and Centre also attended the event. was attended by 189 Veterans civilian officers, Brigadier Hitesh The rally was conducted to reconnect with the Veterans and Veer Naris of the Regiment to ascertain their problems, if any, and to initiate requisite actions for their speedy redressal. They were briefed about various welfare schemes being offered by the Central and State Government for them. Various informative stalls were established for their benefit by Leh based Pension and Grievances Cell (DPDO), ECHS Cell, ZSWO, DIHAR and Records LADAKH SCOUTS. In addition, Medical and Dental Health care facility was also provided to them at the rally site. The event culminated with a traditional Barakhana organized by the unit. - PRO Srinagar

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 39 NCC boy cadets Mountaineering Expedition 2018 to Mt Saifee Peak

eeping in view the NCC Ktraditions the NCC boy cadets Mountaineering Expedition for the year 2018 was flagged off for Mt Saifee (6167). Mt Saifee is a magnificent, semi difficult and technical peak to climb and is situated in Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand state. Lt Gen PP Malhotra, DGNCC flagged off the expedition by handing over the flag to the expedition leader Col Dhirendra Singh and wished good luck to the entire team comprising of Maj Neeraj Maan, Dy leader, 17 JCOs & NCOs and 20 NCC boy cadets. - PRO Army Central Command Children Summer Adventure Camp Commences

entral Command Children Summer Adventure comprising 225 boys and girls. An opening ceremony CCamp commenced at the foothills of Garhwal Rifles for the event was organised on May 28, 2018, where Regimental Centre, Lansdowne on May 28, 2018. The Brigadier Indrajit Chatterjee, Commandant, Garhwal camp was organised for the wards of Army personnel Rifles Regimental Centre welcomed the participants and motivated them to participate with full zeal and enthusiasm. The aim of the camp was to enthuse a sense of adventurism amongst the participants and mould them into good citizens. The participants will be exercised both physically and mentally in outdoor and indoor activities wherein activities like Trekking, Rock Climbing and Shooting etc will test their physical skills and activities such as debates and discussion will exercise their mental abilities. - PRO Lucknow Message for the Readers Dear Esteemed Readers of Sainik Samachar, It is intended to improve the quality of the magazine by making its contents more interesting and useful for the readers. Accordingly, valuable suggestions are invited from one and all. Kindly send your suggestions by post to Editor-in-Chief, Sainik Samachar, L1 Block, Church Road, New Delhi-110001 or by Email to: [email protected] and [email protected]. Editor-in-Chief

40 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018 Central Command Signal Regiment Cycle Expedition-2018

cycle expedition covering the A treacherous and gruelling route between Kathgodam to Jim Corbett National Park was flagged off on May 27, 2018 from Adm Block of Central Command Signal Regiment by Maj Gen Rajeev Nanda, Chief Signals Officer, Central Command. The cycle expedition comprised of 2 Officer, 1 JCO and 7 Jawans covered a distance of approximately 510 Km in 8 days. The aim of the expedition was to reach out to the civil population enroute and motivate the youth to join Indian Army by educating them with respect to modes of entry, the challenges, interact with the Ex-Servicemen & The expedition team after having opportunities and lifestyle that the Veer Naris to spread awareness covered the route was flagged in on organization promises for every about the various welfare schemes June 5, 2018. soldier in uniform. This also served provided by Govt and at the same an opportunity for the team to time record their grievance if any. - PRO Army Passing Out Parade of religious teachers and commissioning as JCOs

batch of 30 Recruits as Religious Subedar (RT) Kaustubh Mishra who for completion of the gruelling A Teachers (RTs) passed out of distinguished themselves in varied pre commissioning training which Institute of National Integration facets of training, with the General included studying subjects related (INI) on May 26, 2018 in a Officer Commanding in Chief, Army to National Integration, Behaviour colourful Passing Out Parade held Training Command Gold Medal & Social Science to include at Pune. Brigadier Samir Salunke, and INI Commandant’s Silver Medal Yoga, Spiritualism, Psychological Commandant of INI, reviewed the respectively. Counselling, Stress Management parade and awarded Naib Subedar The Commandant congratulated and thus not only perform assigned (RT) Anand Kumar Tiwari and Naib all participants and their parents duties of a ‘Religious Teacher’ but also act as a Psychological Counselor and Mental Health mentors in the Units/Centres. Brigadier Samir Salunke also reassured the audience about the resolve of INI to act as a primary think tank and true emissary of Indian Army towards stated goal of ‘Nation Building’ through ‘National Integration’ as summarised by INI’s logo ‘Unity in Diversity’, while continuously growing from strength to strength. - PRO Pune

July 1-15, 2018 Sainik Samachar 41 PHOTOCALL

Lt Gen Bipin Puri, PHS, DGAFMS and Sr Col Comdt thanking the blood donors for their valuable act of 'giving a life' and 'saving a life' on the occasion of World Blood Donor Day

IAF airlifted 160 member Sri Lankan delegation of the three Services from Colombo to Gaya on June 24, 2018. The delegation comprised of officers, other ranks & their family members.

The Junior Commissioned Officers from Army posted with Sainik Samachar as Sub Editor to Vernaculars, rendered exemplary service throughout, they were part of this Directorate and hung up their uniform on completion of their terms of engagement. Sainik Samachar wishes them all the best for their future endevours.

Sub Maj & Hony Lt Rajaram Chavan Sub Maj & Hony Lt Bhagirathi Nayak Sub Maj & Hony Lt Vijay Satav Sub Maj Hari Shanker (August (August 30,2016 to April 30, 2018) (May 23, 2014 to May 31, 2018) (May 5, 2015 to May 31, 2018) 18, 2014 to June 30, 2018)

42 Sainik Samachar July 1-15, 2018

R.N.I. Regd.No.800/57English SAINIK SAMACHAR1-15July2018 Postal Regd.No.DL(ND)11-6075/2018-20 Published on1Posted4-5July2018 Licenced topostwithoutpre-payment Licence No.U(C)-50/2018-20

Yoga Day Celebrations at Paratroopers Training School, Agra, IAF. Wg Cdr Gajanand Yadav performing Vayu Padmasan in the blue sky.