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(Initially published as FAUJI AKHBAR) Vol. 63 q No 15 10 - 24 Shravana,1938 (Saka) 1-15 August 2016
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http://sainiksamachar.nic.in On front cover: The Union Minister for Defence, Mr Manohar Parrikar along with the three Service Chiefs paying homage to the martyrs at Amar Jawan Jyoti, India Gate on the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas in New Delhi on July 26, 2016 Dr APJ Abdul Kalam National Memorial Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony
ormer President Dr APJ Abdul FKalam National Memorial Foundation stone laying ceremony was held at Peikarumbhu, Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu on July 27, 2016. Union Minister for Urban Development and information and broadcasting Mr M Venkaiah Naidu and Minister for Defence Mr Manohar Parrikar laid the foundation stone. The Hon’ble Ministers inaugurated the Statue of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam and garlanded the statue. Minister of State for Road Transport, Highways & Shipping Mr Pon Radhakrishnan, Minister of State for Defence Dr Subhash Ramrao Bhamre, Minister for Labour Government of Tamilnadu Dr Nilofer Kafeel, Minister for Information Technology Government of Tamilnadu Dr M Manikandan and Member of Parliament, Ramanathapuram Mr A Anwhar Raajhaa also participated and spoke on the occasion. Hon’ble Ministers inaugurated the exhibition. The Minister for Defence Mr Manohar Parrikar paid tributes to Dr APJ Abdul Kalam on his death anniversary. - T Shanmugam
4 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 5 Kargil Vijay Diwas Commemorated in Delhi
ommemoration of the 17th Canniversary of Kargil war was carried out with traditional zeal and enthusiasm with homage ceremonies held across the country. The Defence Minister Mr Manohar Parrikar and three-Service Chiefs laid wreaths at Amar Jawan Jyoti as mark of respect to fallen heroes of Kargil conflict on July 26, 2016. Saluting the bravado and courage of the gallant soldiers, tributes were also paid to the fearless sons of the nation at India Gate on July 23, 2016 by 250 students of Army Public School, Dhaula Kuan who conducted a “A Walk of Tribute” carrying banners and placards with military band playing in the background. They called out the war cries of the various regiments of the Army, a moving presentation
6 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 to our Armed Forces, conveying Kuan, amongst others. The occasion the gratitude of a grateful nation to also witnessed the launch of the our soldiers who selflessly serve the book ‘Param Vir, Vikram Batra country in war and in peace alike. - the SHER SHAH of Kargil - A Further, a 20 feet installation Father Remembers’ by Mrs Namita of “AMAR SIPAHI- The immortal Suhag, President AWWA. The Soldier” was unveiled at Select book has been authored by Mr GL Citywalk Mall. The beauty of this Batra, father of Capt Vikram Batra, installation lies in the fact that it had PVC (Posthumous) who made the been carved out of 80,000 pieces of supreme sacrifice in the line of duty ornamental bullets and bullet shells. during Kargil War. The shoppers visiting the shopping The audience united in saluting centre paid tribute to the heroes the undying 'spirit of sacrifice' of in uniform by writing messages of the men in uniform, who guard gratitude on postcards for the soldiers the frontiers in dire conditions with posted at Kargil. The occasion was the playing of National Anthem, marked with soulful performances, marking the culmination of the poignant speeches and video films commemoration of Kargil Vijay in the Plaza in presence of martyrs’ Diwas. families by students of APS Dhaula - Col Rohan Anand
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 7 Admiral Tan Sri Ahmad Qamaruzzaman bin Haji Ahmad Badruddin of Royal Malaysian Navy Visits India
dmiral Tan Sri Ahmad IONS, MILAN and ADMM Plus. AQamaruzzaman bin Haji Warships from both navies visit Ahmad Badruddin, Chief of Royal each other’s ports to build ‘bridges Malaysian Navy is on a visit to India of friendship’. The ships of the from July 25-28, 2016. His visit is Eastern Fleet recently visited Port intended to consolidate the bilateral Kelang as part of its Overseas naval relations between India and Deployment to North West Pacific Malaysia and also to explore new and held a first ever ‘Table Top’ avenues for naval cooperation. Exercise on Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief with the Royal Admiral Tan Sri Ahmad Malaysian Navy. Qamaruzzaman bin Haji Ahmad Badruddin held bilateral discussions Major issues that were discussed with Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chief of during the visit included training exchanges, improving Maritime Naval Staff in New Delhi on July Domain Awareness by sharing of 25, 2016. He also interacted with white shipping information and the Chairman COSC and Chief exploring opportunities for bilateral of Air Staff and Vice Chief of Army exercises. The Chief of the Royal Staff. The Admiral was promoted to Malaysian Navy is scheduled to the rank of Admiral and assumed visit Kochi and Visakhapatnam Command of the Royal Malaysian on completion of his visit to New Navy on November 19, 2015, as Delhi, where he will interact with the 19th Chief of Royal Malaysian the Commanders-in-Chief besides Navy. Prior to taking over as the CNS receiving Admiral of Malaysian Royal visiting ships and Naval Dockyard. Navy at South Block Chief of Royal Malaysian Navy, he He is also scheduled to visit the was the Deputy Chief. each other in terms of training, Cochin Shipyard Limited. The Indian and the Royal Passage Exercises, as well as interact - Capt DK Sharma Malaysian Navies cooperate with at various multilateral forums like pix: Rajesh Khanande
Admiral Sunil Lanba and Admiral of Malaysian Royal Navy at South Admiral of Malaysian Royal Navy taking ceremonial salute by the Block lawns Guard of Honour
8 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 Solve the Problems of Veterans And Families of Servicemen in a Time Bound Manner – Parrikar
he Defence Minister Mr Manohar Parrikar has stressed Ton the need for the administrative machinery at the Centre, State and District levels to pay due attention towards solving the problems of veterans and families of serving soldiers in a time bound manner. Inaugurating the 30th Meeting of Kendriya Sainik Board in New Delhi on July 21, 2016, Mr Parrikar said special attention by the Centre and State Governments and support by local administration towards welfare of the families of ex- servicemen and serving soldiers is crucial. “We want our troops to maintain high morale and perform their duties without worrying about their families”, he said. Sharing his first-hand experience with the audience in some forward areas, the Minister stated that braving extreme weather Defence Minister Mr Manohar Parrikar addressing the 30th Meeting conditions, the Armed Forces have been serving the nation of Kendriya Sainik Board in Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi with dedication and commitment. He also pointed out few issues on Ex-Servicemen Underlining some of the welfare measures for Ex- welfare, which require direct engagement with other Servicemen and their dependents, the Minister announced stakeholders like States and Union Territories, Local that the Government has revised the marriage grant for two daughters of Ex-Serviceman from Rs 16,000 to Rs 50,000 Administration and Rajya Sainik Board. These include with effect from April 1, 2016. The Education Grant and provision of land for polyclinic buildings in non-military Orphan Grant have been revised from Rs 400-600 per stations, augmentation of opportunities for employment month to Rs 1000 per month. The amount of one-time of ESM in State / Union Territories, monitoring Penury Grant of Rs 30,000 has now been revised to Rs implementation of reserved seats in government 1000 per month for life. educational institutions for admission of wards of war He said that the amount under Prime Minister widows/disabled soldiers and ESM and construction of Scholarship Scheme for boys has been hiked from Rs. integrated ‘Sainik Sadan’ in States for war-widows and 15,000 to Rs. 24,000 per annum while for girls the same ESM and their dependents. has been revised from Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 27,000 per - Nitin D Wakankar annum. pix: Naresh Kumar
Defence Minister Mr Manohar Parrikar addressing the 30th Meeting of Kendriya Sainik Board in Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi on July 21, 2016. Also seen in the picture (from left) Chairman Chief of Staff Committee and Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha, Minister of State for Defence Dr Subhash Bhamre, Secretary, Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare Mr Prabhu Dayal Meena and Secretary, Kendriya Sainik Board Cmde Rohtas Singh.
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 9 Inauguration of National Flag at Victory War Memorial
n the morning of July 23, O2016, Chennai woke up to the sounds of Bugles and the Military Band Music from the Victory War Memorial near Island Grounds. All this was in honour of a new landmark being dedicated for the people of Chennai. The National Flag was proudly unfurled and commissioned by Selvi J Jayalalithaa, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at the War Memorial. The flag mast measuring 30.5 meters in height proudly holds aloft the 20 feet by 30 feet Tricolour which adds to the grandeur of the Victory War Memorial. The Victory War Memorial was constructed to commemorate the victory of the ‘Allied Armies’, Selvi J Jayalalithaa, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu laying a wreath at Victory War Memorial on the occasion of “Inauguration of National Flag” in Chennai
The National Flag was proudly unfurled and commissioned by Selvi J Jayalalithaa, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at the Victory War Memorial in Chennai on July 23, 2016. Lt Gen Jagbir Singh, General Officer Commanding, Dakshin Bharat Area, Rear Admiral Alok Bhatnagar, Flag Officer Commanding, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Naval Area and Inspector General Rajan Bargotra, Commander Coast Guard Region (East) are also in the picture.
10 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 during World War I and was erected in the memory of soldiers from the “Madras Presidency” who sacrificed their lives in various Wars. The towering National Flag will be visible over a long distance and would be there throughout the year. The flag is expected to instill a feeling of oneness and patriotism amongst all the citizens and remind them about the supreme sacrifices made by our soldiers in the highest tradition of the Services. The Chief Minister alongwith Lt Gen Jagbir Singh, General Officer Commanding, Headquarters Dakshin Bharat Area laid wreaths at the Victory War Memorial and paid homage to the soldiers of all three Services who made the supreme sacrifice for our great Nation. The Chief Minister was also introduced to the heads of Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard. - T Shanmugam
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 11 Mr Anurag Singh Thakur, Member of Parliament And President BCCI Joins The Territorial Army
r Anurag Singh Thakur, Member of Parliament and MPresident BCCI was commissioned to the Territorial Army (TA) in the rank of Lieutenant and was conferred the ranks by General Dalbir Singh, the Chief of The Army Staff, in a solemn 'Commissioning' ceremony held at Integrated Headquarters of Ministry of Defence at South Block in the presence of military dignitaries and his family members in New Delhi on July 29, 2016. Lieutenant Anurag Singh Thakur was welcomed to the folds of Territorial Army by Maj Gen Surinder Singh, ADG TA.
Mr Anurag Singh Thakur with Gen Dalbir Singh, COAS and Maj Gen Surinder Singh, ADG TA, after his commissioning at South Block, New Delhi on 29th July. Lieutenant Anurag Singh Thakur cleared Services Selection Board (SSB) and was found fit for joining the Territorial Army. The officer has been commissioned in 124 Inf Bn (TA) SIKH. Territorial Army is part of Indian Army and is manned by officers and men who are embodied for training for two months in a year. Their actual role is during national emergencies, war and in support of Army when they relieve Regular Army for operations. The Territorial Army also guards vital installations like Headquarters, Mr Anurag Singh Thakur, Member of Parliament and President BCCI was commissioned to the Territorial Army (TA) in the rank of Ammunitions Dumps, Airports etc as also vital lines of Lieutenant and was conferred the ranks by General Dalbir Singh, communications. the Chief of The Army Staff at South Block, New Delhi on 29th July. - Col Rohan Anand His father Prof Prem Kumar Dhumal is also seen. pix: Naresh and Vijay Kumar
COAS with Mr Anurag Singh Thakur and his family members at South Block, New Delhi
12 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 Navy Assistance for yet Another Heart Transfer
he Navy yet again pitched in Twith timely assistance for an organ transplant emphasizing its commitment to social issues by providing a Naval Dornier for the transportation of medical team for heart harvesting and their subsequent return with the harvested heart. On July 18, 2016, the District Collector, Ernakulam, forwarded a request to Headquarters, Southern Naval Command (HQSNC) for transportation of a harvested heart from Thiruvananthapuram to Kochi. Accordingly, four doctors of Lisie Hospital and their medical equipment were airlifted by an IN Dornier from INS Garuda to Thiruvananthapuram on July 19, 2016 at 06:30 am. The aircraft landed at The Lisie Hospital medical team being received by the Commanding officer, INS Garuda Thiruvananthapuram Airport at the same IN Dornier. The medical (c) Lt Cdr Tittu M Joseph (05990- 07:15 am after which the medical team along with the harvested heart N) - Tactical Operator team proceeded to Medical College returned to Lisie Hospital for the Hospital, Trivandrum. The team heart transplant, by their ambulance The operation required of doctors harvested the heart of which was positioned at INS Garuda. coordination at various levels which a brain dead boy and reached The aircraft was flown by the included approval from higher Thiruvananthapuram airport at following aircrew of INS Garuda:- 12:15 pm. authorities and role change of (a) Cdr Sreekrishnan (04510-Z) - aircraft from“military” to “civil aid” The medical team along with Captain of Aircraft. which was carried out expeditiously. the harvested heart returned to INS (b) Lt Cdr Nilesh Tanksalkar Garuda, Kochi at 01:00 pm by (06003-T) - Co-Pilot. - Cdr Sridhar Warrier
Harvested heart
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 13 MegA Prahar Indian Army Exercise on Yamuna River
demonstration on capabilities A of Mathura based Strike 1 to seamlessly effect crossings on river obstacle was conducted on banks of Yamuna River on July 14, 2016. The Exercise code named ‘Mega Prahar’ was undertaken by formation of its spearhead Armoured Division and aptly showcased the variety of equipment, innovativeness of commanders, jointmanship, professional outlook and war waging potential of the DOT Division. The Exercise validated the effectiveness of the ultra modern Tank T-90 and BMP-2 held with Indian Army in fighting across opposed river obstacle. This exercise Tanks negotiating a water obstacle during exercise Mega Prahar also showcased the importance of incorporating the third dimension in demonstration was witnessed by Army. The war preparation and bridging the gap of an obstacle and Lt Gen Shokin Chauhan, General effectiveness of Strike 1 was proved helping in capture of depth obstacle Officer Commanding, Strike 1 and beyond doubt during the exercise. by a mechanized formation. The many other senior dignitaries of - Col Rohan Anand
Demonstration of BMPs negotiating a water obstacle during exercise Mega Prahar
14 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 Army Chief Reviews Security in Kashmir
he Chief of Army Staff Gen Dalbir TSingh on July 20, 2016 reviewed the security situation in Kashmir during his visit to the Srinagar based 15 Corps. The Army Chief was briefed by the Northern Army Commander Lt Gen DS Hooda and Chinar Corps Commander Lt Gen Satish Dua on the situation along the LC and the hinterland including the measures instituted to ensure close coordination with all security and other government agencies towards maintaining peace in the Valley. The Chief, accompanied by the Northern Army and Chinar In his interaction with officers grief and concern over the casualties Corps Commanders, also visited and troops, the Chief commended of civilians and security forces during the Kupwara Division and Awantipur their operational preparedness the protests while making an earnest based Victor Force where he and commitment to the cause of was briefed on the operational appeal to the Awaam to maintain national security. He exhorted preparedness as also the initiatives peace and help the security forces everyone to ensure strict vigil along taken by Army in collaboration serve them better. the Line of Control. Appreciating the with civil administration to alleviate The Army Chief also impressed synergy being shown amongst all hardships being faced by the upon everyone to continue their populace due to the prevailing security agencies that has resulted positive engagement with the unrest. The Army Chief also met in successful counter terrorist Awaam and lend them all possible with the DG Police, J&K, and was operations, he also complimented reassured about the excellent synergy the troops on ground for showing assistance in close coordination with between Army, Police, CAPFs and maximum restraint even in the face of the other stakeholders. intelligence agencies. grave provocation. He expressed his - Col NN Joshi
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 15 Army Chief Visits Australia
en Dalbir Singh, the Chief Gof Army Staff (COAS) visited Australia from July 11 to 14, 2016. During the Goodwill visit, the Australian Army showcased some of its best facilities and institutions. The Chief visited the Australian School of Military Engineering and was appreciative of the combat engineering skills and professionalism. He was also briefed on the largest Australian Amphibious Ship, Her Majesty’s Australian Ship (HMAS) Adelaide. Gen Dalbir Singh speaking on the sidelines at the Headquarters of Joint Operational Command said that both countries shared common culture of democracy, further strengthening the bond with each other. He further expressed satisfaction at the manner in which defence cooperation between the two countries has progressed. The Army Chief has also extended invitation to the Australian Army to participate in the inaugural Joint Special Forces Training Exercise being planned in India in October 2016. - Col Rohan Anand
Gen Dalbir Singh, the Chief of the Army Staff interacting with a soldier of the Gen Dalbir Singh, the Chief of the Army Staff with Lt Gen Campbell the Chief of the Australian Army during his four day visit to Australian Army at the Australian War Memorial Canberra during his ongoing visit to Australia Australia
16 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 United Nations Peacekeeping Course for African Partners Inaugurated
he Centre for United Nations TPeacekeeping in India (CUNPK) commenced the first United Nations Peacekeeping Course for African Partners (UNPCAP-01) for duration of three weeks commencing from July 25, 2016 at New Delhi. The course is being conducted jointly with the USA. Mr MJ Akbar, Minister Inaugural session of United Nations Peacekeeping Course for African Partners (ER), Ministry of External Affairs, Permanent representative of India to the UN, US Ambassador to India and the UN Resident Coordinator in India also spoke on the occasion. The course is aimed to build the capacity of the African Troop Contributing Countries to the UN and to further train the Trainers from these countries. The course, which revolves around the concept Lt Gen MMS Rai delivering welcome Mr MJ Akbar delivering an address during of training the trainers, as stated by address during inaugural session of United inaugural session of United Nations Nations Peacekeeping Course for African Peacekeeping Course for African Partners the UN, is one of the many steps that India has initiated towards Partners of State for External Affairs chaired active contribution to peace support operational and logistical matters, the inaugural session. Lt Gen activities. Incidentally, India is one humanitarian issues, thematic MMS Rai, VCOAS welcomed the of the largest Troop Contributing topics, Blackboard and table top participants from African countries. Country (TCC) and US is the largest exercises and mission briefs. The He stated that Indian Army had Fund Contributing Country (FCC) to course is also targeted to assist acquired vast experience through the UN. The students include officers the student officers to further train decades of participation of Indian who are currently employed in the officers in their respective countries peacekeepers in UN Peace Keeping respective peacekeeping training on nuances of peacekeeping. Indian Operations (UNPKO). He also centres in African peacekeeping team of instructors will be assisted by brought out that CUNPK has trained training institutions. the US in this event. 900 officers from 92 countries The training conducted during - Col Rohan Anand in UNPKO, till date. Secretary this course will incorporate topics on pix: Naresh Kumar
Group photo of participating members during inaugural session of United Nations Peacekeeping Course for African Partners
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 17 Defence in Parliament
Apache and Chinook Helicopters The Contract for Apache Attack Helicopters has been signed with US Government and Boeing on 28th September, 2015 at a cost of Rs 13,951.57 Crore. The contract for Chinook Heavy Lift Helicopters has been signed on 28th September, 2015 with Boeing, USA at a cost of Rs 8047.85 Crore. The delivery of Apache helicopters will commence from July, 2019 and will be completed by March, 2020. The delivery of Chinook helicopters will start from March, 2019 and will be completed by March, 2020. (v) Specific time frame has been prescribed in SOP for This information was given by Defence Minister issue of NOC for export of military stores. Mr Manohar Parrikar in a written reply to Mr Raghav Lakhanpal in Lok Sabha on July 29, 2016. (vi) The provision of ‘in-principle’ approval for export Manufacturing of Defence Equipments of specific items to specific countries has been incorporated in the SOP to enable Indian companies So far, Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion to explore export opportunities in overseas markets. (DIPP) has issued 342 licenses to 205 Indian private companies for manufacturing of defence equipment such In the last three years and the current financial year, as Artillery guns, Tanks/ Combat Vehicles, Unmanned defence equipment such as Do-228 Aircraft, Offshore Aerial Vehicle (UAVs), Helicopters, Radars, Warships Patrol Vessels, Chetak Helicopters, SONARS, 4x4 etc. Since the beginning of the financial year 2014-15, Vehicles, Simulators, Overvests, Ballistic Helmets etc., 128 Industrial Licenses for defence have been issued to have been exported to major countries like Brazil, Egypt, 97 Indian private companies. Israel, Japan, Kazakhstan, Mauritius, Russia, Saudi Government does not directly undertake export of Arabia, South Korea, Turkey etc. defence equipment. However, to encourage export of This information was given by Defence Minister Mr defence equipment by Indian manufacturing companies, Manohar Parrikar in a written reply to Mrs Rakshatai the Government has taken the following measures:- Khadse in Lok Sabha on July 29, 2016. (i) Defence Export Strategy has been formulated Road Construction by BRO and placed in the public domain. The Strategy Based on the requirement of Army, 231 roads of provides for creation of an Export Promotion Body, length 7122.47 Km in the State of Jammu and Kashmir engaging Indian Missions/ Embassies abroad in are included in the Long Term Roll on Works Plan export promotion, export financing through line (LTRoWP) for construction / upgradation. of credit etc., better use of offset policy, export The work on these roads is generally progressing as of indigenously developed defence systems and per plan (LTRoWP) out of which 157 roads are planned streamlining of the export regulation process. for completion upto year 2020 and remaining 74 roads (ii) The list of military stores for the purpose of beyond year 2020. issuing NOC for export has been notified by the Apart from above 231 roads under construction/ Government to remove ambiguity and to make the upgradation, 133 completed roads are entrusted to process transparent. BRO in the state of Jammu & Kashmir exclusively for (iii) Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for issue maintenance. of No Objection Certificate (NOC) for export of This information was given by Defence Minister Mr military stores has been simplified and put in public Manohar Parrikar in a written reply to Mr Jugal Kishore domain. Requirement of Government signed EUC in Lok Sabha on July 29, 2016. for export of parts and components and other non- sensitive military stores has been done away with. Sagar Parikarma Project (iv) The process of applying for NOC for export of Project ‘SagarParikarma’ was launched in 2007. military stores has been made on-line. The objective of the project was solo-circumnavigation
18 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 of the Globe in a sailboat. This was successfully 19. Punjab 9 - 1 accomplished in 2009-10 by Cdr Dilip Donde. After 20. Rajasthan 10 - 1 the success of ‘Sagar Parikarma I’, in 2012-13, 21. Sikkim 1 - - ‘SagarParikarma II’ was undertaken with a solo ‘non- 22. Tamil Nadu 2 - 1 stop’ circumnavigation by Cdr AbhilashTomy. The other purposes of SagarParikarma I & II were: 23. Telangana 2 - - 24. Tripura 1 - - (i) To inspire the youth of India to develop an 25. Uttarakhand 5 - - understanding of the sea and a sense of adventure 26. Uttar Pradesh 12 - 3 and spirit. 27. West Bengal 7 - 2 (ii) To instill in the young officers of the Navy a sense 28. Andaman & - 1 - of national pride and achievement through a Nicobar Islands successful solo-circumnavigation voyage. 29. Delhi 2 - - An amount of Rs 6 Crore was sanctioned for the Total: 111 9 12 project ‘Sagar Parikarma I’ including Rs 4.3 crores for In addition, there are 98 field hospitals, which are construction of the boat, Mhadei. An amount of Rs 72 operationally located. lakhs was sanctioned for ‘Sagar Parikarma II’. The following Hospitals have been approved by the This information was given by Defence Minister Mr Government:- Manohar Parrikar in a written reply to Mr V Panneersel (i) One 200 bedded Military Hospital is to be opened Vam in Lok Sabha on July 29, 2016. in Arunachal Pradesh during financial year 2016- Army Hospitals 17. There are 111 Army Hospitals, 12 Air Force (ii) One 200 bedded Military Hospital is to be opened Hospitals and 9 Naval Hospitals in the country. The in West Bengal during financial year 2018-19. State/ UT wise number of such hospitals is as under:- (iii) One 75 bedded Military Hospital is to be opened in eastern part of the country during financial year S. State Number of Armed 2020-21. No. Forces Hospitals Army Navy Air Force This information was given by Defence Minister Mr Manohar Parrikar in a written reply to Mr Harish Chandra 1. Andhra Pradesh - 1 1 Alias Harish Dwivedi in Lok Sabha on July 29, 2016. 2. Arunachal Pradesh 1 - - Helicopter Manufacturing Unit 3. Assam 5 - 1 Foundation stone of the new helicopter 4. Bihar 2 - - manufacturing unit of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, 5. Goa 1 1 - near Tumakuru, Karnataka was laid by Hon’ble Prime 6. Gujarat 5 - - Minister of India on 03.01.2016. The unit is being 7. Haryana 3 - - established for manufacture of new helicopters like 8. Himachal Pradesh 6 - - the indigenously designed and developed Light Utility 9. Jammu & Kashmir 11 - - Helicopter (LUH) in the 3 Ton class category and other 10. Jharkhand 2 - - helicopters in accordance with projects likely to come up subsequently. The initial investment for the project could 11. Karnataka 1 1 1 be of the order of Rs.2000 crore. 12. Kerala 3 2 - The infrastructure for manufacture of Helicopter is 13. Madhya Pradesh 6 - 1 planned to be set up in a phased manner. Production of 14. Maharashtra 9 2 - Helicopters is expected to commence in 2018. 15. Manipur 1 - - This information was given by Defence Minister 16. Meghalaya 1 - - Mr Manohar Parrikar in a written reply to Mr Rattan Lal 17. Nagaland 2 - - Katariain Lok Sabha on July 29, 2016. 18. Odisha 1 1 - - PIB (DW)
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 19 Coast Guard Rescues 10 Civilians Trapped in Daman Ganga River
n addition to the role of ‘Saviours at ISea’ being the National Maritime Search and Rescue Coordinating Authority (NMSARCA), Indian Coast Guard has been doing a Yeoman service to the local populace in providing solace on the challenging circumstances. One such mission occurred on July 2, 2016, wherein amidst the fury of the monsoon, Indian Coast Guard took up the challenge in yet another life-saving mission to rescue ten lives. At about 1630 hrs, Coast Guard Air Station (CGAS), Daman received a telephonic information from Valsad Administration (Gujarat) regarding 10 personnel trapped in Daman Ganga River on National shallow patches of the river bed the inclement weather view deep Highway (NH 8), between Dadra were trapped amidst the overflowing depression associated with overcast and village Narolidue to high rise Daman Ganga River and could sky, strong winds of 25 Knots, low of water in Daman Ganga River. not make it safely to the banks CB clouds and incessant rains made The location was about 10 NM of river. Further, the inclement the mission even more challenging. (Approximately 18 Kms) from CGAS weather conditions and the expanse On receipt of the information, (Daman), (about 175 Kms North of of river water around the position the Air station was promptly Mumbai). aggravated the situation for the activated and Coast Guard Chetak The situation was developed local Administration and fire brigade helicopter was expeditiously when the localities in search of to rescue these isolated personnel. a missing family member in the Under these conditions coupled with launched. Braving the strong wind conditions and inclement weather, the pilots manoeuvred the helicopter safely,reached the site and could identify the stranded 10 personnel. The helicopter crew quickly assimilated the situation and also identified a safe location for shifting the stranded crew. All 10 personnel were winched up safely by Coast Guard Diver and shifted to a safe location. With the safe culmination of the operation and successful rescue of 10 precious lives, Indian Coast Guard has once again proved its mettle as Saviours and living up to the motto ‘Vayam Rakshamah’, ‘We Protect’. - Comdt IJ Singh
20 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 Exercise Maitree 2016 Joint Indo-Thailand Military Exercise Culminates
he Indo - Thailand Military TExercise MAITREE concluded today at Krabi, Thailand. The exercise had commenced on July 15, 2016 under the aegis of the Royal Thailand Army. 90 soldiers of Indian Army and Royal Thailand Army had participated in the two week long Exercise. The exercise included combined training, familiarization with weapons & equipment used by both the countries, analyzing groupings, drills and tactics while operating in counter terrorism environment and modalities for conduct of Area Domination operations in urban environment apart from operations like Cordon and Search, raids and Seek and Destroy Missions. The combined training was an excellent opportunity to understand and learn from each others’ experiences. During the exercise both the Armies were able to evolve common tactical procedures and drills to enhance inter-operability. - Col Rohan Anand
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 21 Tributes to the Martyrs Kargil Vijay Diwas
Army Chief paid glowing tributes to the sacrifices Lt Gen DS Hooda, GOC-in-C, Northern Command paying tribute to martyrs on “Kargil and expressed his gratitude to the martyrs, their Vijay Diwas” at Dras. NOK and Veer Naris
The Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Mr Ram Naik alongwith Lt Gen Rajan Ravindran, Chief of Staff paying tributes to PVC Awardees at Lucknow on the occasion of “Kargil Vijay Diwas”
22 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 On the occasion of 17th Kargil Vijay Diwas, Gen Dalbir Singh, Chief of the Army Staff paid homage to the martyrs of OP VIJAY at the historic War Memorial, Dras.
Lt Gen Balwant Singh Negi, Army Commander, Central Command visited Headquarters Madhya Bharat Area, Jabalpur laying wreath at the Grenadiers Regimental Centre war memorial in the memory of the brave Martyrs on the special occasion of “Kargil Vijay Diwas”.
Lt Gen Jagbir Singh, General Officer Commanding, Dakshin Bharat Area laying the wreath at Victory War Memorial on the occasion of “Kargil Day” in Chennai on July 26, 2016. The Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Mr Ram Naik alongwith Lt Gen Rajan Ravindran, Chief of Staff paying tributes to PVC Awardees at Lucknow on the occasion of “Kargil Vijay Diwas” - Col SD Goswami, T Shanmugam and Gargi Malik Sinha
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 23 AMC Expedition Scales A New Peak In Himachal Pradesh
t was an extraordinary evening Iin the prestigious Bharadwaj auditorium of Army Hospital (R&R), the venue often used to host medical meetings. This time it was to felicitate an expedition team consisting of doctors and nursing staff known for their soft skills who displayed raw courage and mental robustness in scaling new heights of Mount Leo Purgyil (6791) in Himachal Pradesh on July 12, 2016. The team lead by the oldest member Lt Gen SD Duhan with history of heart ailment proved critics wrong by displaying his true mettle in leading the team in front and enabling the determined team to climb the virgin peak despite all Lt Col Rajesh Adhau receiving memento from Lt Gen M K Unni & Sr Col Comdt odds. The evening was inspirational to say the least and guests included Our brave men in uniform guard to keep them fit and fine by caring Lt Gen BNNBM Prasad, DGHS our borders and send shivers to the them. They indeed stand for ‘We (AF) and Lt Gen Velu Nair, DGMS enemy by being physically there all Care! We Dare!’. They are great (Army) and Col Comdt both the time in these inhospitable and source of inspiration to many and having extraordinary fascination for the most treacherous terrains of morale booster to our soldiers in mountains and specialists in high Himalayas. AMC never lags behind these desolate and dangerous areas altitude medicine in their own right. in supporting them. Medical officers on the planet earth. This maiden Mountains are tough and toughest and nursing staff are there with adventure to scale this perilous can scale the peak and conquer it. these mountain warriors all the time peak which only dare devils can
. Lt Gen Velu Nair, DGMS (Army) & Col Comdt with the expedition team
24 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 of service. He was never exposed to such harsh conditions before. Lt Gen Velu Nair exhorted officers and men for their adventurous spirit and advised them to pursue medical research in the field of High altitude. He added that that medical research is as important as conquering mountains as it enables others to conquer greater heights by enabling them to possess the supra- physiological state. He emphasised that medical research is important to devise scientific strategies for preventing human physiology Lt Gen Velu Nair, DGMS (Army) & Col Comdt addressing officers and men becoming pathological, usual accomplish is a true testimony to the fact that AMC is toughest and finest. Expedition team had many stalwarts besides Lt Gen Duhan, Commandant Army Hospital (R&R), an acclaimed Gastroenterologist and physically the toughest. Other members never lagged in matching his physical and mental robustness. Lt Col Rajesh Adhau was a war hero of Kargil who won Sena Medal gallantry, a rare distinction for a doctor. He is an accomplished sports medicine specialist of international repute. The youngest member of the team was Nursing Assistant Ajit, hailing from south India with just 4 months Lt Gen BNBM Prasad, DGHS (AF) receiving memento from Lt Gen Velu Nair, DGMS (Army) & Col Comdt. otherwise in high altitude among inductees, often leading to health hazards. Undoubtedly mountains teach us and give us so much. They have been not only perennial source of strength and inspiration but also been the abode of the toughest and the best. This expedition of AMC is yet another feather in the cap in her glorious journey of over two centuries in the pursuit of excellence and achieving the most exalted . Lt Col Rajesh Adhau presenting flag and ice axe to Lt Gen BNBM Prasad, DGHS (AF) and Lt motto “Sarve Santhu Niramaya”. Gen Velu Nair, DGMS (Army) & Col Comdt along with Commandant (R&R) Lt Gen SD Duhan - Lt Gen BNBM Prasad
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 25 DRDO Embarked Major Success In Advanced Artillery Gun System
RDO achieved yet another Dtechnological breakthrough by successfully conducting the proof firing of Armament system for 155 mm x 52 calibre Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) during the technical trials conducted recently at Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), Balasore. ATAGS is fully indigenous towed artillery gun system project undertaken in mission mode by DRDO as a part of artillery modernization programme of Indian Army. Armament Research & Development Establishment (ARDE), Pune is the nodal laboratory of DRDO for design & development of ATAGS along with other DRDO laboratories. The Armament system of ATAGS 155 mm x 52 Calibre Advanced Towed Artillery Gun system mainly comprise barrel, breech mechanism, muzzle brake and recoil ATAGS is configured with all quick deployability, auxiliary power mechanism to fire 155mm calibre electric drive to ensure maintenance mode, advanced communication ammunitions held by Indian Army free and reliable operation over a system, automatic command and with a longer range, accuracy and longer period of time. It will have a control system with night firing precision and provides greater fire firing range of 40 Kms with advanced capability in direct fire mode. power. features in terms of high mobility, The development trajectory of ATAGS aims at establishing indigenous critical defence manufacturing technologies with the active participation of Ordnance Factories, DPSUs and Private industries including Bharat Forge Limited, Tata Power Strategic Engineering Division and Mahindra Defence Naval System to meet the aspiration of Make in India initiative in defence sector. DRDO is committed to develop and field ATAGS in the shortest timeframe with active participation by leading industries to meet the requirement of Indian Army. The first fully integrated gun system will be ready for user trials by early 2017. 155 mm x 52 Calibre Advanced Towed Artillery Gun system in firing mode - N Ao
26 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 Colaba Sainik Udyan Inaugurated
park in Colaba has been A inaugurated as Colaba Sainik Udyan depicting the courage, valour and sacrifice of the Indian Army Soldiers. The Park was inaugurated by Lt Gen Bipin Rawat, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief Southern Command on July 27, 2016. Colaba Sainik Udyan, near Afghan Church, is a tribute to the army personnel who have “given their today for our tomorrow”, as is inscribed in stone in the park. The park also supports a statue of an unknown soldier and an old battle tank. - Cdr Rahul Sinha Lt Gen Bipin Rawat, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief Southern Command inaugurating the park.
Lt Gen Bipin Rawat taking a walk around the motivation park.
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 27 Mhadei Returns After Successful Completion of All Women Expedition
he Indian Navy’s only Ocean going sailboat, Mhadei, Treturned to her homeport, Goa on July 14, 2016. A team of six young women officers from the Navy registered a thrilling historic first when they returned to Goa successfully after a voyage to Mauritius. The team on their maiden, and India’s first all-women crew ocean voyage, covered a distance of over five thousand nautical miles through treacherous monsoon seas and heavy winds. The voyage had commenced in Goa on May 24, 2016 and reached Port Louis, Mauritius on June 14, 2016. The team has thereafter successfully completed expedition on July 14, 2016 on reaching INS Mandovi Boat Pool. The Skipper, Lieutenant Commander (Lt Cdr) Vartika Joshi, and her five-member team comprising Lt B Aishwarya, Lt P Swathi, Lt Pratibha Jamwal, Lt Vijaya and SLt Payal Gupta were received by Vice Admiral Girish Luthra, the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief Western Naval Command. Present at the occasion were Senior Naval Officers and sailing enthusiasts. In the welcome remarks Vice Admiral Girish Luthra stated that this was a landmark event, wherein the team had undertaken the first ever open voyage by an Indian women crew. He further added that this achievement showcases the courage and commitment of young Indian women, and would provide a fillip to popularise ocean sailing in India. The all-women crew of Mhadei is presently training to undertake an expedition to circumnavigate the Globe, a feat achieved by lesser number of people than those who managed to climb Mount Everest. The first Indian to solo-circumnavigate the Globe on board Mhadei, Cdr Dilip Donde, has tutored and trained the young all- women crew.
All-Women Crew sail INSV Mhadei from Goa to Port Louis, Mauritius and back
28 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 Team members with Vice Admiral Girish Luthra, the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief Western Naval Command The voyage of over 40 days at sea was aimed at exposing the Skipper and crew to rough seas expected during the monsoon period in the North Indian Ocean. This was to prepare them for the very rough weather expected to be encountered by them in the Southern Ocean during their circumnavigation of the globe. The aim of this training voyage was adequately met and the all-women crew has proved themselves capable and competent at sea. The crew would now supervise essential repairs to the boat at Goa and prepare her for the next voyage, when Mhadei would be participating in the prestigious Cape to Rio race 2017 commencing from Cape Town on December 26, 2016. A memorabilia being presented to the team The all-women crew will thereafter shift to the new boat presently under construction at M/s Aquarius Shipyard Pvt Ltd, Goa. The New boat is of same design as Mhadei and has been named Tarini, after the river boat goddess of Goa. The keel of the boat was laid by the Defence Minister Mr Manohar Parrikar on March 28, 2016 at Goa. Tarini is expected to be delivered to the Indian Navy in February 2017 prior to India’s first all-women crew embarking on circumnavigation commencing August 2017. Two solo circumnavigations, the first with stops by Cdr Dilip Donde, and the second, non-stop by Cdr Lieutenant Commander Vartika Joshi, a team leader, and other Abhilash Tomy, has been undertaken onboard Mhadei members being received by Vice Admiral Girish Luthra, the Flag between 2009 and 2013. Officer Commanding-in-Chief Western Naval Command - Cdr Rahul Sinha
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 29 Commemoration: Kargil Martyrs at Shillong Cantonment
wreath laying ceremony was held A at the Rhino Heritage Museum, Shillong Cantt on July 26, 2016 to pay homage to martyrs of the 1999 Kargil war and commemorate the glorious victory of the Indian Armed Forces in operation Vijay. The focus of the solemn ceremony was paying homage to late Captain Keishing Clifford Nongrum, Maha Vir Chakra, whose exemplary courage and sacrifice led to the capture of Point 4812 in Batalik sector in one of the decisive battles of the war. Lt Gen SP Nawathe, General Officer Commanding 101 Area and senior army officials laid wreath on the martyr’s memorial during the ceremony. Mr Keishing Peter Nongrum and Mrs Saily Nongrum, parents of late Captain Nongrum, and his other family members were also present on the occasion. - Gp Capt Amit Mahajan
30 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 Raising of 18th Battalion the Sikh Light Infantry
t was a glorious and superlative Iday in the annals of the Indian Army’s elite SIKH LIGHT INFANTRY Regiment, when “18 SIKH LI” commenced its raising under the aegis of SIKH LI Regimental Centre and took over the mantle of being the youngest Battalion of the valiant Khalsas on July 1, 2016. The raising ceremony was marked by simplicity and grace befitting the occasion. The new unit received its flag from the Commandant of the SIKH LI Regimental Centre, which was then hoisted with the National Flag by Lt Harshdeep Singh and Sep Sukhdev Singh, the youngest officer and youngest sepoy respectively in presence of all ranks of the new unit. All ranks then pledged their loyalty, devotion, sweat and blood to the nation and the Regiment and affirmed their commitment to uphold the rich regimental traditions and values. inputs: Maj K Bharadwaj
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 31 Army to the Rescue of Flood Affected in Jorhat
sudden breach created on Anti A flood Bund on River Bhogdoi on July 8, 2016 led to flooding of about 20 villages in Jorhat, affecting approx 45000 people. Civil Administration requested Army’s assistance for emergency rescue & relief. In response to the request, Army column conducted an emergency rescue and flood relief operation in Jorhat, Assam from July 8 -15, 2016. Troops of 21 PARA (SF) participated in the rescue operation. Troops of 223 Field Regiment, 139 Medium Regiment and 117 Engineer Regiment were involved in undertaking emergent Maj Gen Rajiv Mishra, GOC 41 Sub Area being briefed by DC, Jorhat on emergent repair repairs of balance portion of Anti of Bund on River Bhogdoi Flood Bund on River Bhogdoi, which was precariously getting denuded flooded, which would have affected help by Indian Army. Whole rescue by erosion due to fast current of numerous additional villages and relief operation was coordinated the River. Thus, besides rescuing and thousands more of civilian by HQ 3 Corps and HQ 41 Sub marooned civilians, the Army troops population. Civil Administration Area. saved further areas from getting expressed its gratitude for the timely - Lt Col Suneet Newton
Team of 21 PARA (SF) undertaking rescue of civilians in flood affected villages of Jorhat District
32 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 Kargil Vijay Diwas Defence Photo Officers Felicitated
ol Basu Deb Maitra, Hony-Retd, CEx-Director and Lt Col Dipak Das, Hony-Retd, Ex- Deputy Director (Photo) of Photo Division, Directorate of Public Relations (DPR), Ministry of Defence, were felicitated during Kargil Vijay Diwas celebration 2016 at Drass. They were felicitated by Chief of Army Staff Gen Dalbir Singh and Lt Gen DS Hooda, GOC-in-C Northern Command. The Photo Division of DPR, MoD was tasked for visual coverage of OP VIJAY 1999 and Lt Col Das was first to reach Drass and Kargil before any media could reach. He nearly escaped death while climbing
Tololing. He was also with Capt MoD, Mumbai, made invaluable Vikram Batra, PVC (Posth) and with contributions during OP VIJAY. Capt Kenguruse MVC (Posth) during Their sincerity of purpose, their final assault. dedication to duty immensely contributed in projecting heroic The unsung heroes of Photo deeds and image of our soldiers as Division of DPR, MoD which includes well as Armed Forces during Kargil also Lt Col HS Bobde, Hony-Retd, conflict in 1999. The photos clicked Ex-Deputy Director (Photo) Chief by these photographers were also published in the Annual Reports of PRO, MoD, Mumbai, Maj Vimal Ministry of Defence for the years Kumar Singh, Hony, present Deputy 1999 and 2000. Director (Photo), HQ DPR and - Col SD Goswami Maj SD Rokade, Hony, present pix: Fulchand Kitadikar and Deputy Director (Photo) Chief PRO, Rakesh Mangaraj
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 33 Chakravyuh
Q1. Who was India’s first Military helicopter pilot? Q6. The second largest ammunition depot in Asia Q2. ‘Tejas’ Light Combat Aircraft designed by HAL was recently in the news. Which is this depot? recently formed its first squadron for Indian Air Q7. What is the equivalent rank in Indian Army of Force on July 1, 2016. What is name of this the Indian Air Force rank of Master Warrant squadron? (PIC-1) Officer? (PIC-3) Q3. This Indian Army regiment, raised in 1949, was Q8. Which is the largest Cantonment in India? the first all class regiment, made by combining Q9. To which class does the Indian Navy ship the seniormost battalions of four seniormost “Delhi” belong? (PIC-4) infantry regiments. It is an elite regiment of the Q10. BrahMos, world’s “most formidable” supersonic Indian Army. What is the name of this regiment? cruise missile, has been successfully integrated Q4. Indian Cricket team skipper MS Dhoni was and test-flown with the Indian Air Force’s fighter conferred with honorary rank in Indian Army. jet. What is the name of this fighter jet? (PIC -5) Which rank was conferred to captain cool by Q11. INS Vikramaditya an aircraft carrier was Indian Army? imported from Russia and commissioned on November 16, 2013 in Indian Navy. What was Q5. Which operation was recently launched by its Soviet name? Government of India to evacuate Indians from South Sudan? (PIC-2) Q12. SEVA ASMAKAM DHARMA is motto of which Corps of Indian Army?
Pic-1 Pic-2 Pic-3
Pic-4 Pic-5 Answers 1 Air Commodore SK Majumdar (October 08, 1927 – July 20, 2011) 2 Flying Daggers. 3 Brigade of the Guards 4 Lieutenant Colonel in Territorial Army. 5 Operation Sankat Mochan. 6 Central Ammunition Depot Pulgaon in Wardha District of Maharashtra. This was in news for a major fire accident. 7 Subedar Major. 8 Kanpur. 9 Leander Class. 10 SUKHOI-30. 11 Admiral Gorchkov. 12 Army Supply Corps. - Wg Cdr Samir Gangakhedkar
34 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 Lt Gen Velu Nair Visits AMC Centre & College Lucknow
s part of the Governement policy on Skill ADevelopment initiative, a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed by Lt Gen Velu Nair, Director General Medical Services (DGMS) (Army) and Colonel Commandant Army Medical Corps (AMC) with Mr Ashish Jain, CEO of the Health Sector Skill Council (HSSC) of National Skill Development Council (NSDC), India at AMC Centre & College, Lucknow on July 28, 2016. Lt Gen Velu Nair, Director General Medical Services Army (DGMS-Army) & Colonel Commandant Army Medical Corps (AMC) is on a two day visit to AMC Centre & College, Lucknow. Speaking on this occasion Lt Gen Nair lauded this Earlier during the day, Lt Gen Velu Nair paid tributes alliance between Armed Forces and NSDC and said to the brave soldiers of Army Medical Corps who made it’s a humble beginning with the aim to empower the the supreme sacrifice in their line of duty, in a solemn personnel of AMC with necessary recognition of prior ceremony by laying a wreath at the cenotaph of the war learning and Certification of their experience in domain specific skill which would certainly help in post retirement memorial at AMC Centre & College, Lucknow. resettlement. - Gargi Malik Sinha Royal Malaysian Navy Chief Visits ENC
dmiral Tan Sri Ahmad Ahmad Badruddin, Chief of Naval accompanied by a Malaysian AQamaruzzaman Bin Haji Staff, Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) delegation arrived last evening on a two-day visit to Visakhapatnam. The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) of RMN interacted with Vice Admiral HCS Bisht, Flag Officer Commanding-in- Chief, and held discussions on issues of mutual interest Headquarters, Eastern Naval Command on July 27, 2016. During their visit here, the RMN Chief and the Malaysian delegation were briefed on the activities of the Command and later visited stealth frigate, INS Shivalik, prior to their Admiral Tan Sri Ahmad Kamarulazaman Bin Haji Ahmad Badaruddin, Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) CNS interacting with Vice Admiral HCS Bisht, FOC-in-C, Eastern Naval Command at departure to Kochi this evening. Visakhapatnam with Royal Malaysian Naval Delegation visit onboard INS Shivalik - Cdr CG Raju
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 35 Veer Naris Felicitated on Kargil ‘Vijay Diwas’
eer Naris whose husbands had Vlaid down their lives in Kargil while fighting the Pakistani intruders were felicitated by Mrs Bala Singh, chairperson AWWA, HQ Purva UP & MP Sub Area on July 26, 2016 at the Station Sainik Institute New Cantt Allahabad. Mrs Bala Singh, chairperson AWWA, HQ Purva UP & MP Sub Area while interacting with the Veer Naris revisited the saga of guts and glory written by the Indian soldiers at Kargil. She appealed to the Veer Naris to prepare the new generation for joining the Army for its unparallel achievements. She praised the Veer Naris for the supreme sacrifice made and will always remember the cash awards of Rs 15000/- each by their husbands for the highest contributions made by its soldiers to the Veer Naris by Mrs Bala Singh cause of the country. who laid down their lives while wife of Maj Gen SK Singh, GOC, It was reiterated that the Indian defending the country. The program HQ Purva UP & MP Sub Area. Army will remain forever committed was concluded by distribution of - Gp Capt Basantkumar B Pande Assam Rifles Donates Uniform to School Children
ssam Rifles has been at the forefront in Aproviding a helping hand to the needy villagers in Peren district. In yet another initiative, Commandant 18 AR on July 25, 2016 presented 384 sets of stitched uniforms to the children of Govt High School, Lilen Kuki. On this occasion, a social program was organised by the school and Mr Thangminlen, Head Teacher, Govt High School, Lilen Kuki expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Assam Rifles for this initiative. Village chairman, GBs and local populace also appreciated this gesture of Assam Rifles. Mr Henpu, School Inspector, Department of Education, Peren district was also present during the function. The Commandant interacted with locals and assured them of all possible help on behalf of the security forces. The efforts of Assam Rifles have strengthened the bonhomie between the SF and local populace to portray Assam Rifles as ‘Friends of Hill People’. - Lt Col E Musavi
36 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 Armd Corps Records Launches SMS Gateway
n order to inculcate transparency Iin record office related affairs, to derive max benefit out of automation and also to expedite pace of transmission / communication of information between Armd Corps Records and Units / indl, an SMS Gateway has been developed by Armd Corps Records. The same was launched by Lt Col JS Tanwar, CO & CRO on 06 Jul 2016. This SMS Gateway will be utilised for sending SMS to Units / Lt Col JS Tanwar, CRO &CO, Armoured Corps Records launching ‘SMS Gateway Jawans (incl ex-servicemen) on all important issues directly having a Information and Communication Speaking on the occasion, Lt bearing on the welfare, morale and Technology and to percolate Col JS Tanwar, CRO & CO besides career management. benefits of automation to the Armd bringing out advantages of the The aim of developing and Corps environment by facilitating project also desired that all ranks launching this SMS gateway is to transmission / communication of should derive maximum benefits out derive maximum advantage of the important unclassified information of the project. recent developments in the field of through SMS. input: Maj RS Bansal IAF Women Pilot Touching New Heights
ommanders’ Conclave 2016 was concluded in 2016, under the aegis of Air Marshal SBP Sinha, Air CHeadquarter Central Air Command on July 21, Officer Commanding-in-Chief Central Air Command. Besides various other issues discussed during the conference, prestigious trophy for ‘Best Aerial Bombing’ was also presented by the Air Officer Commanding-in- Chief. It is a matter of pride and honour that, this year the prestigious award is won by Sqn Ldr Surbhi Arya. She is the first lady pilot of Indian Air Force to achieve this unique feat in combat role. Sqn Ldr Surbhi Arya was commissioned in the flying Brach of Indian Air Force in 2008. She qualified on AN- 32 aircraft of Indian Air Force which besides transport support also specializes in bombing role. Sdn Ldr Surbhi Arya along with her crew Flt Lt Aparna Shrivastava took part in prestigious bombing competition of Indian Air Force known as Eklavya. She and her crew were adjudged the best bomber of the unit for delivering bombs with highest accuracy and won the prestigious Aklavya trophy for bombing in transport stream for the year 2015-16. - Gp Capt BB Pande
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 37 EAC Conducts Annual Declamation Contest
keenly contested Annual A AFWWA (Air Force Wives Welfare Association) Declamation Competition was held on July 22, 2016 at Hqrs Eastern Air Command, Upper Shillong for the wards of Air Force personnel of Eastern Region. The winners of the contest Master Anurag Singh of Air Force Station Hasimara in Hindi Declamation and Mrs Devika Hari Kumar, President Air Force Wives Welfare Association (AFWWA) Regional Miss Anjali Singh of Army Public with the participants of Declamation Contest conducted for wards of Air Force personnel of School, Upper Shillong in English north east region at HQ Eastern Air Command, Upper Shillong on July 22, 2016 as part of Declamation will now represent commemoration of 84th anniversary of Indian Air Force. the EAC in AFWWA Central Kendriya Vidyalayas under EAC. The by students of Kendriya Vidyalaya, Declamation Contest to be held in contest was inaugurated by lighting Upper Shillong. New Delhi to commemorate the 84th of the traditional ‘Diya’ by the Chief While giving away prizes to the Anniversary of the Indian Air Force. Guest, Mrs Devika Hari Kumar, winners, Mrs Devika Hari Kumar The keenly fought contest saw a total President AFWWA (Regional). expressed her happiness over the standard of public speaking and of 40 participants from various parts The event was complemented by the competitiveness amongst the of North East region representing AFWWA Song by Sanginis and an participants. 14 different Air Force Schools and impressive cultural show presented - Gp Capt Amit Mahajan National Integration Tour
Heart of India”, an educational visits to Jammu, Bhopal and Indore. exposure to the rich cultural heritage “and motivational tour for the Apart from instilling a sense of of our country and give a glimpse youth of remote and far flung areas awareness amongst the youth, the of the progress being made in the of Mendhar Tehsil of Poonch District tour aims at promoting National rest of the country. In addition to was flagged off by the Army on July integration and religious harmony. It the major tourists spots at the cities being visited, the touring youth will 19, 2016. The tour itinerary includes will also provide the youth valuable also be visiting centers of excellence in the field of education like Daley College at Indore. The children are scheduled to meet Mr Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh and also Ex Subedar Major and Honorary Captain Bana Singh, PVC. The tour was flagged off by Rashtriya Rifles Sector Commander in the presence of various other civil and military officials as well as enthusiastic parents and family members of the participants. - Lt Col Manish Mehta
38 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 Commemorating a Year of Ensuring 100% Satisfaction of Pensioners
n order to ensure payment of all Ilegitimate dues and handing over of Pension Payment Orders to all retiring JCOs and Jawans before their SOS of Army Service, a special drive is in place at Armd Corps Records, wherein special efforts are put in for ensuring finalisation of all pending claims, processing of pension documents and collection of cheques / PPOs from AGIF / PCDA (P), Allahabad. For last two years, Armd Corps Records is continuously achieving the target of ensuring 100% satisfaction of the retiring JCOs and OR. Maj Gen Praveen Dixit, Comdt, ACC & S & OIC Records interacting with the retiring JCOs In order to commemorate this and OR noble act of Armd Corps Records, Maj Gen Praveen Dixit, Comdt ACC efforts put in by Lt Col JS Tanwar, for instituting innovative measures & S and OIC Records interacted CRO Armd Corps Records and his for welfare and well being of JCOs with the retiring JCOs and OR on team. The Gen further desired Armd and OR of the Armd Corps. June 30, 2016 and appreciated the Corps Records to work relentlessly input: Maj RS Bansal Logistics Seminar at Ordnance Depot Fort Allahabad
he Ordnance Logistics Seminar Twas organised by Headquarters Central Command at Ordnance Depot Allahabad on July 29, 2016. The event sought to carry out a comprehensive appraisal of the logistics issues dealt by the AOC in the Central Theatre. Delivering the opening address, Maj Gen Rajan Kochhar, Ph.D., Major General Army Ordnance Corps (MGAOC), Central Command stressed the need for calibrating the capability of the AOC to deliver better response in the ever functioning would require synergy invigorate paradigm change in increasing challenges posed in the between the manufacturers viz. the field of logistics. The series of field of Supply Chain and Inventory the Industry, the store custodians presentations also included an management. He further addressed and the end consumer. He also overview of the nuances of corporate that the battle worthiness of the expressed hope that the seminar retail and warehouse management Soldier, Vehicles and Equipment, would provide a forum for exchange by Brigadier (Retd) Ram Somtia. being at the core of all logistics of fresh ideas which shall further Gp Capt Basantkumar B Pande
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 39 Kargil Vijay Diwas Blood Donation Drive
s part of the Kargil Vijay Diwas Acelebrations a Blood Donation Drive was organised at Military Hospital Allahabad on July 27, 2016. Mrs Bala Singh, Chairperson FWO HQ Purva UP & MP Sub Area inaugurated the function. She emphasised the humanitarian aspect of Blood Donation and encouraged all present to donate blood at regular intervals. An informative booklet was also released by Mrs Bala Singh. An interactive session on the benefits of Blood donation was conducted by Brig K Kapur Commandant Military Hospital of 50 blood donors were registered blood were collected. Allahabad. Myths related to blood donation were also clarified. A total during the event and 30 units of - Gp Capt Basantkumar B Pande Army’s First 3G Mobile Network Dedicated to Chinar Corps
ndian Army’s first 3G Network “The Mobile Cellular The inauguration ceremony, was also attended ICommunication System (MCCS)” was dedicated to the by the Northern Army Commander Lt Gen DS Hooda, Chinar Corps on July 25, 2016 by Gen Dalbir Singh, Chinar Corps Commander Lt Gen Satish Dua, Signal Chief of Army Staff at Srinagar Old Air Field Garrison. Officer-in-Chief Lt Gen Nitin Kohli and the Chairman MCCS is a cellular system and offers enhanced & Managing Director of Bharat Electronics Ltd (CMD security, better voice quality and high data rates. The of BEL). The Army Chief complimented everyone for the Network has been envisaged to provide the troops of Chinar Corps with a potent Communication System to state of the Art Communication System. enhance battle field transparency. - Col NN Joshi
40 Sainik Samachar August 1-15, 2016 Air Technical Officers Inducted Into Navy And Coast Guard
wenty two Indian Naval Officers Sub Lieutenant Rohan S The officers have been Tincluding three Coast Guard Bhuskute and Lieutenant E by P Henry appointed to frontline squadrons at joined the “Aviation Arm” on were awarded Trophies for standing air stations and on completion of successful passing out from Naval first in overall order of merit amongst On Job Training (OJT) they would be Institute of Aeronautical Technology Air Electrical and Air Engineering (NIAT) at naval base, Kochi after Officers respectively. Director eligible for award of M Tech degree completion of Air Engineering and General Coast Guard trophy for under the aegis of Cochin University Air Electrical Officers Specialisation best all round officer of the course of Science and Technology (CUSAT). course. The passing out parade, held was awarded to Lieutenant Ranjit Commodore Sanjeev Dureja, on the occasion at naval base on George. Venduruthy Shield was Director NIAT, conducted the July 14, 2016 was reviewed by Rear awarded to Lieutenant Commander Admiral Srinivas Kanugo, Assistant A Nazarudeen and Lieutenant Anshul parade. Chief of Naval Staff (Air Material). Goel for Best Air Technical Project. - Cdr Sridhar Warrier
Rear Admiral SrinivasKanugo, ACNS (Air Material) reviewing 23rd AEO ALO passing out parade. Appointments
ir Marshal Pawan Kapoor has assumed the appointment of Director General Medical AServices (Air) on July 1, 2016. He was commissioned in Army Medical Corps on October 10, 1979. During his illustrious service career spanning 37 years, the Air Officer has held imperative appointments including Professor & HOD at Department of Hospital Administration at AFMC Pune, Commandant MH Establishment 22 and important Staff appointments of Training Officer & DS at OTC, AMC Centre & College, JDAFMS (P), Dir AFMS (HR), Brig (Med) HQ 16 Corps, ADG (IS, H & PS) and Additional DGAFMS (HR). He is the founder member of National Accreditation Board of Hospitals & Healthcare Organisation (NABH) and is presently the Chairman of NABH Accreditation Committee. He is NDC qualified and is the only AFMS Officer to have been awarded the prestigious Col Pyarelal Gold Medal. For his distinguished services, Air Marshal Pawan Kapoor was awarded the Vishisht Sewa Medal in 2009, COAS Commendation in 1981, 2004, 2008 and His Order of Royal Emblem from Sultan of Oman and he is appointed as Commodore Commandant of Institute of Aerospace Medicine on July 1, 2016. - Wg Cdr Saurabh Ganguly
August 1-15, 2016 Sainik Samachar 41 PHOTOCALL
Admiral Tan Sri Ahmad Kamarulazaman, Chief of Navy, Royal Malaysian Navy Visited Kochi from 27-28 July, 2016. “Tan Sri” visited New Delhi and Vishakhapatnam prior arriving at Kochi on July 27, 2016, Vice Admiral AR Karve, Flag Officer Commander- in-Chief, Southern Naval Command interacted with the Chief of Navy, Royal Malaysian Navy (CNRMN) and discussed on the subjects of common interest to both the navies including naval training. During his visit, “Tan Sri” visited INS Sunayna, Radar Operating station and Cochin Shipyard Limited
Air Marshal SRK Nair and Air Marshal PP Khandekar with the delegates at a two-day bi-annual Senior Maintenance Staff Officers' Conclave of the Indian Air Force which began at Headquarters Training Command, Indian Air Force, Bengaluru on July 22, 2016.
Lt Gen Velu Nair, Director General of Medical Services (Army) and Colonel Commandant flagged in the Mt Leo Purgyil Army Medical Corps Expedition Team at Army Hospital (Research & Referral), Delhi Cantonment on July 26, 2016.
Source: Cdr Sridhar Warrier, Shivaram Pailoor and Col Rohan Anand
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