2019 1-15 January Vol 66 No 1 ` 5 SAINIK Samachar

Vijay Diwas Celebrations pic: DPR Photo Division pic: DPR Photo Division

Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman meeting with Commander-in-Chief of Royal Thai Navy, Luechai Ruddit in South Block, New Delhi on December 19, 2018. pic: DPR Photo Division

Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman releasing a booklet ‘Milestones 2018’ of Directorate GeneralThe President, of Defence Shri Estates Ram (DGDE) Nath Kovind at a function at the ‘At to Home’felicitate function, recipients organised of Raksha on theMantri’s occasion Award of for Excellence72nd Independence2018 for DGDE Day, establishments, at Rashtrapati in Bhavan,New Delhi in onNew December Delhi on 22, August 2018. 15, Also 2018. seen in the picture is Director General of Defence Estates, Smt Deepa Bajwa. Happy New Year to all SainiksIn This andIssue Readers Since 1909 Raksha Mantri Inaugurates 4 Information Fusion Centre – Indian…

(Initially published as FAUJI AKHBAR) Vol. 66 q No 1 11 - 25 Pausha, 1940 (Saka) 1-15 January 2019 The journal of ’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 Ruby Thinda Sharma Senior Editor Manoj Tuli President’s Commission 6 INDC Danteshwari 8 Editor Afaque Ahmad Ehsani to 139 Flight Cadets Commissioned by… Sub Editors Sub Maj KC Sahu & Sub Maj Baiju G Coordination Kunal Kumar Business Manager Rajpal Our Correspondents DELHI: Col Chiranjeet Konwer (Offg.); Capt DK Sharma VSM; Wg Cdr Anupam Banerjee; Divyanshu Kumar; Photo Editor: K Ramesh; BENGALURU: M Ponnein Selvan (Offg.); CHANDIGARH: Anil Gaur; CHENNAI: M Ponnein Selvan; GANDHINAGAR: Lt Col Sombit Ghosh (Offg.); GUWAHATI: Lt Col P Khongsai; IMPHAL: Lt Col M Vaishnava; JALANDHAR : Anil Gaur (Offg.); JAMMU: Lt Col Devender Anand; JAIPUR: Lt Col Sombit Ghosh; KOCHI: Cdr Sridhar E Warrier; KOHIMA: Col Chiranjeet Konwer; KOLKATA: Wg Cdr SS Birdi; Dipannita Dhar; 9 Japanese Navy Ship Visits Kochi LUCKNOW: Ms Gargi Malik Sinha; : Cdr Mehul Karnik, Narendra Kumar Vispute; NAGPUR: Gp Capt BB Pande; PALAM: Wg Cdr AR Giri; PRAYAGRAJ: Wg 10 Bangladesh Navy Delegation… Rapid Airlift Effort by Cdr Arvind Sinha; PUNE: Mahesh Iyengar; SECUNDERABAD: G Surendra Babu; 12 Afghan Women Officers'… Western Air… 11 SHILLONG; Wg Cdr Ratnakar Singh; SRINAGAR: Col Rajesh Kalia; TEZPUR: 13 Naval Pilots Passing Out… Lt Col Harsh Wardhan Pande; THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Ms Dhanya Sanal K; 14 Naval and Coast Guard Officer… UDHAMPUR: Col Rajesh Kalia (Offg.); VISAKHAPATNAM: Capt CG Raju. 15 Another Arms and Ammunition… Published by: 17 Corps of EME Celebrates 10th… Col Aman Anand, Spokesperson, MoD 18 Rescues… Nampibou Marinmai, Director, PR 19 Ceremonial Parade of MOBC… 20 Graduation Ceremony and… Directorate of Public Relations, South Block, 21 Orphans Receive the Greatest… Ministry of Defence, New Delhi-110011 22 Vijay Diwas Celebrations Editorial Office: L-1 Block, Church Road, New Delhi-110001, 24 MoU Signed Between Indian… Telefax : 23094668 Telephone : 23092768 25 Golden Jubilee Celebrations at… 26 DGMS (Army) Visits AMC… Email : [email protected] E-in-C: ASCON-32078 [email protected] 29 Chakravyuh For subscriptions contact : 30 Armed Forces Panorama Business Manager, Sainik Samachar, Telephone : 23092768 Year of Disabled Soldiers in Line of Subscription Rates: Inland (Ordinary): One Year Rs 100.00, Overseas 16 (Surface Mail): Rs 450.00 Concessional (per year): Rs 20.00 (Applicable for Duty Commemorated dependants of service personnel & ex-Servicemen.) For all correspondence subscribers must quote their subscription number

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https://www.instagram.com/prodefense/ Raksha Mantri Inaugurates Information Fusion Centre – Region

aksha Mantri, Mrs Nirmala RSitharaman launched the Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) on December 22, 2018, at Information Management and Analysis Centre (IMAC), Gurugram. Apart from representation by officials from the MoD, MEA, MHA, Ministry of Shipping and the NSCS, Ambassadors and Resident Defence Attaches of partner countries also participated in the event. The Indian Ocean Region is vital to world trade and economic prosperity of many nations as more than 75 percent of the world’s maritime trade and 50 percent of global oil consumption activities in the region, so as to the IOR, is essential. Towards this, passes through the IOR. However, enable security agencies function the IFC-IOR aims to engage with maritime terrorism, piracy, human effectively. partner nations and multi-national and contraband trafficking, illegal However, the scale, scope and maritime constructs to develop and unregulated fishing, arms comprehensive maritime domain running and poaching pose myriad the multi-national nature of maritime challenges to maritime safety and activities, make it difficult for awareness and share information security in the region. Response to countries to address these challenges on vessels of interest. The intention these challenges requires enhanced individually. Hence, collaborative of this collaborative endeavour shall situational awareness of the maritime efforts between maritime nations in be to secure the global commons for

4 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 a peaceful, stable and prosperous work towards capability building in region towards the well-being of all. the region, coordination of incident In his address to the gathering, response and disaster relief, and in Admiral Sunil Lanba, the Chief of the time, also share submarine safety Naval Staff said that the IFC–IOR information. shall be a collaborative construct During her address, the Raksha that will work with partners, countries Mantri said that the objective of as-well-as international agencies, having an IFC-IOR is more for to enhance maritime security and partners, equals to work towards safety. It would also aim to work keeping the global commons safe closely with the multi-national and democratically available for constructs and other information all of us. She further added that, in fusion centres, said the Admiral. He addition to utilising our collective further added that the IFC-IOR would wisdom and resources towards addressing the myriad challenges in our region, the IFC-IOR will help us interface and integrate, wherein, we would benefit from each other’s best practices and expertise. More significantly, the IFC-IOR will help foster bonds of trust, camaraderie and partnership; ingredients that are vital for relationships between nations to transcend from being merely transactional to ones that are transformational”. The information exchange at the IFC-IOR would be initially undertaken by virtual means, using telephone calls, faxes, emails and video conferencing over internet. Subsequently, to enable better interaction, quicker analysis of information and provide timely inputs, the IFC-IOR would host Liaison Officers from partner countries. Additionally, towards enhancing capability building, the IFC-IOR would undertake conduct of exercises and training capsules in maritime information collation and sharing. The IFC-IOR website is accessible through https://indiannavy.nic.in/ IFC-IOR/index.html and will be hosted as an independent portal in due course of time. - PRO Navy

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 5 President’s Commission to 139 Flight Cadets

General , Chief of Army Staff presenting the Chief of Air Staff Sword of Honour to Flying Officer Sukhmandeep Singh General Bipin Rawat, Chief of Army Staff reviewing the Combined for standing first in overall merit in Pilot Course at Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy, Dundigal. Graduation Parade on December 15, 2018.. he amber sky dawned sagely over TAir Force Academy, Dundigal near Hyderabad, to witness the grand Combined Graduation Parade on December 15, 2018, which marked the momentous occasion of the passing out of 139 trainees as Flying Officers of the which included 24 women officers. The ceremony also marked commissioning of another woman fighter pilot, Flying Spectacular movements of Air Warrior Drill Team at Combined Graduation Parade. Officer Priya Sharma, in the IAF. This solemn event was graced by General Bipin Rawat, Chief of the Army Staff. As the Reviewing Officer of the parade, he conferred the ‘President’s Commission’ to the graduating Flight Cadets who successfully completed their basic and professional training. The Reviewing Officer was received at the venue by Air Marshal RKS Bhadauria, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, and Air Marshal AS Butola, Commandant Air Force Academy. The Reviewing Officer was accorded a ceremonial salute by the Sarang Helicopter team performing Aerobatics at Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy. Parade followed by an impressive march past. The highpoint of the Guest, the Air Officer Commanding- ‘Oath’ by the Commandant of the parade was the ‘Pipping Ceremony’. in-Chief, Training Command and Academy in the presence of the Chief The Flight Cadets were awarded their Commandant Air Force Academy. Guest and other dignitaries. On ‘Stripes’ (Air Force rank) by the Chief They were then administered the this occasion, 15 officers of Indian

6 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Navy and Coast Guard were also awarded their ‘Wings’ on successful completion of flying training from Air Force Academy. Indian Air Force routinely trains members of other services and para-military forces in basic aviation and related courses at Air Force Academy. General Bipin Rawat, the Reviewing Officer after pipping ceremony gave away various awards to the Flying Officers who had excelled in training. Flying Officer Sukhmandeep Singh of Flying branch General Bipin Rawat, Chief of Army Staff and Senior Air Force Officers with the award was awarded President’s Plaque and winning Flying Officers after the Combined Graduation Parade. the Chief of the Air Staff Sword of Army Chief urged the passing out witness the magnificent parade by Honour for standing first in overall Cadets to think in a joint manner the passing out Flight Cadets and merit in Pilot Course. Flying Officer to cope with the future challenges were awestruck at the spectacular Rashmi Kumari and Flying Officer posed by dramatic changes taking movements of Air Warrior Drill Abhishek Mandyal were awarded place in warfare. He remarked that Team. The Sky Diving Team of Indian President’s Plaque for being first there can be nothing more satisfying Air Force ‘Akash Ganga’ enthralled in overall merit in Navigation and than participating in the defence the spectators by dotting the blue Ground Duty Branches respectively. of one’s nation. He advised the skies of Dundigal with tricolour and Later, addressing the Parade, graduating trainees to be alive to perfect landing right in front of them. the Chief of Army Staff complimented various situations, rapidly changing The spectators were mesmerised the newly Commissioned ‘Flying geopolitical scenario and constantly with the breathtaking aerobatic Officers’ for the exceptional standard strive to keep themselves fighting fit display by ‘Sarang’ helicopter team, of parade. Congratulating the at all times to take on any task. ‘Suryakiran’ Hawk team and PC 7 passing-out cadets, the Army Chief All the esteemed guests, aircraft. said, “It is a matter of great pride to including proud parents of the The glittering ceremony review the Combined Graduation graduating trainees and various culminated with the newly Parade of Indian Air Force”. Stressing military and civilian dignitaries Commissioned Officers marching- on the importance of jointmanship were held spell bound at the grand out in two columns in slow march to amongst Defence Services, the ceremony. They were delighted to the traditional notes of ‘Auld Lang Syne’, the poignant farewell tune played by Armed Forces of the world when bidding adieu to colleagues and comrades, acknowledging the first salute given to them by their immediate juniors. They marched in absolute synchrony and with purposeful strides as they saluted the Reviewing Officer and crossed through the portals of their alma mater to take on their future assignments and challenges unstintingly to “Touch the Sky with Glory”. Newly graduated officers in a jubilant mood after the graduation ceremony. - PRO Secunderabad

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 7 INDC Danteshwari Commissioned by Chief of Naval Staff

ndian Naval Dental Centre IDanteshwari, a first of its kind dental centre providing world class multi-speciality dental facilities under one roof, was commissioned on December 12, 2018 at Colaba, Mumbai. Surgeon (D) Bireshwar Mukherjee read out the commissioning warrant as the first Commanding Officer of INDC Danteshwari in the presence of Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chief of Naval Staff, , Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chief of Naval Staff inspecting the Guard of Honour. Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, and Lt General SM Londhe, Director General Dental Services, while Mrs Preeti Luthra, President NWWA WR unveiled the commissioning plaque. INDC Danteshwari became the first commissioned dental unit of the in order to meet the growing demand for quality dental health care facilities in the armed forces, at par with international standards. With the expanding scope and demand for dental services, Mrs Preeti Luthra, President NWWA WR unveiling the commissioning plaque. INDC Danteshwari will ensure that the naval community is provided benefits of a full-fledged dental of providing the best standards of the best and the latest in dental hospital. clinical care in a pleasant, modern healthcare and practices. With the and welcoming environment, INDC Danteshwari is committed commissioned unit adding more ushering in a new chapter in the clinics and specialist rooms, INDC to ensuring patients’ needs, armed forces' already illustrious Danteshwari will provide the serving experience and safety. The Dental medical care legacy. defence community in Mumbai the Centre will continue the tradition - PRO Mumbai

Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chief of Naval Staff and Surgeon Commodore (D) Bireshwar Mukherjee exchanging the The dignitaries being shown various facilities in INDC Danteshwari. commissioning memento.

8 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Japanese Navy Ship Visits Kochi

apan Navy Ship JMSDF (Japan Maritime Self-Defense JForce) Samidare, commanded by Commander Gen Kawai visited Kochi from December 20-22, 2018. On December 21, 2018, Takahiro Nishiyama, Commander Escort Division Four accompanied by the Commanding Officer JMSDF Samidare, Commanding Officer of the Japan Coast Guard Somalia Dispatch Investigation Team and Mr Yamashita, Japan Coast Guard Attaché/Second Secretary, Embassy of Japan called on Vice Admiral AK Chawla, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, and interacted with him over professional matters of common interest to both the navies. On completion, crests were exchanged. During the stay at Kochi, various activities such as visit of IN (Indian Navy) specialists onboard JMSDF Samidare and professional interaction between the two navies were conducted. The visiting foreign ship’s crews were also given a guided tour of certain professional schools and the Naval Maritime Museum to familiarise them with IN's method of imparting training to its

personnel and preserving its naval heritage. India’s bilateral relations with Japan are rooted in historical social and cultural interactions and extensive people-to-people contact. The current visit of Japanese ship enhances the interoperability and friendship between the two navies. JMSDF Samidare departed for Bahrain on December 22, 2018 and will be participating in anti- piracy mission in Gulf of Aden. - PRO Kochi

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 9 Bangladesh Navy Delegation Visits Kochi

team of officers from Operational Sea A Training Guide (OSTG) of Bangladesh Navy headed by Commodore ASM Afzalul Haque (TAS), NPP, was on a two-day visit to Headquarters, Southern Naval Command (SNC), Kochi on December 13-14, 2018. The head of the delegation called on Sanjay J Singh, NM, Flag Officer Sea Training (FOST) and Rear Admiral K Swaminathan, Chief Staff Officer (Training) on December 13-14, 2018 respectively. The aim of the visit was to understand the methodology being adopted by the Indian Navy for conduct of Operational Sea Training (OST) of ships. During the visit, the delegation interacted with FOST, Professional interaction between Bangladesh delegation and Indian Naval officers the Indian Navy Work Up Team (INWT) and other training schools at Kochi. The Bangladesh Navy Team had an interactive session with the Indian Navy Work Up Team and Indian Navy Safety Team and later visited the Damage Control Training Facility (DCTF) at Seamanship School and Water Survival Training Facility (WSTF) at INS Garuda. On December 14, 2018, the Bangladesh Navy Team visited the Navigation and Direction School to observe the training conducted on Ship Handling Simulator. Thereafter, the Operational Sea Training activities being conducted by INWT onboard INS Ranvijay was demonstrated to the visiting delegation. - PRO Kochi

Visit of the delegation to the training facilities of SNC

10 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Rapid Airlift Effort by Western Air Command

n an effort to evaluate its own I‘Rapid Airlift Capability’ and to enhance crew currency in the role, Western Air Command of the IAF, airlifted a record 463 tonnes of load from its airbase at Chandigarh to airfields and drop zones in the Ladakh region, in a single wave. The effort was accomplished with the aid of a fleet of 16 fixed wing transport aircraft comprising of C-17 Globemaster, the Ilyushin-76 Gajraj and the Medium lift Tactical aircraft, Antonov-32. All aircraft were loaded and took off from Chandigarh airbase early in the morning. The entire wave was accomplished in little less than 6 hours. Airlift of approx. 500 tonnes, in the achieved time frame, in a single wave, happens to be a record which enhances the assessment of the Command's capability towards rapid and heavy airlift. The Command is entrusted with the air maintenance of the entire northern region of the country and under normal operating circumstances, airlifts close to 3000 tonnes of load per month. airfields in the Ladakh region. With struck with natural calamities”, said “Rapid Air Mobility is a key component of modern warfare. a wide spectrum of military transport Air Marshal NJS Dhillon, the SASO This assumes greater significance in aircraft in its inventory, the IAF today of Western Air Command, under short and intense wars. This is very has a credible airlift capability which whose direction, the effort was true in India’s context, especially has provided succour on numerous achieved. when related to air mobility to occasions when the nation was PRO Palam

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 11 Afghan Women Officers' Training at OTA, Chennai

or Second Year in a row, 19 FWomen Officers of Afghan Defence forces underwent four weeks of Military Training at Officers Training Academy, Chennai. This reinforced emergence of Officer Training Academy, Chennai as a Centre of Excellence for training of women cadets and officers in the . The batch of Afghan officers also contains women officers from the Air Force and Police. Most of the officers were in the service bracket of two or three years. They reached Chennai on November 26, 2018 to undergo training in The officers had already The lady officers showed keen Officer Training Academy. Their undergone basic military training interest in various outdoor activities training curriculum included, Physical in their country in respective Arms/ like Obstacle Training and Weapon Training, Drill, Weapon Training, Services. Since OTA is one of the Training. Infantry Tactics was the Tactical Training, Leadership and Premier Military Academies of the Human Resources Management, world, it imparted much needed most preferred subject in indoor Information Technology, English exposure to modern training methods training. Communication etc. and facilities to these Officers. - PRO Chennai

12 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Naval Pilots Passing Out Parade at INS Rajali, Arakkonam

n impressive Passing out Parade was held to mark the Agraduation of the 91st Helicopter Conversion Course (HCC) at Naval Air Station - INS Rajali, Arakkonam. Six Officers of the Indian Navy were awarded the prestigious “Wings of Gold” by Vice Admiral Ravneet Singh, Director General - Project Sea Bird, in the presence of Commodore TV Sunil, Commanding Officer of INS Rajali, the Naval Air Station. The Officers of 91 HCC underwent rigorous flying and ground training for 21 weeks at the Helicopter Training School (HTS), INAS 561. During the course, the trainee pilots are introduced to several nuances of helicopter flying. The pilots undergo a challenging syllabus including Navigation, Night flying and operations over sea. At the end of the course, the trainees are adjudged for Best in Flying, Best in Ground Subjects and Best in Overall Order of Merit. The Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Rolling Trophy for the trainee pilot standing first in order of merit in Flying was awarded to Lieutenant Devanshu Tyagi. The Sub Lieutenant Kunte Memorial Book Prize for standing first in order of merit in ground subjects was awarded to Lieutenant Yogi Malhotra. The Governor of Rolling Trophy for Vice Admiral Ravneet Singh Director General - Project Sea Bird, standing first in overall order of merit was also awarded reviewing the Passing Out Parade held at INS Rajali, Arakkonam on December 7, 2018. Commodore TV Sunil, Commanding Officer of to Lieutenant Yogi Malhotra. INS Rajali, the Naval Air station, also seen in the picture. The newly qualified pilots will be appointed to Coast Guard as well as friendly foreign nations. INAS various front-line operational units of the Indian Navy 561 (HTS) is presently commanded by Captain Tijo K where they will take on various missions such as Search Joseph. The Helicopter Training School was originally and Rescue (SAR), reconnaissance, surveillance and set up at Kochi in 1971. In 1992, it was shifted to INS anti-piracy patrols. Rajali, Arakkonam which has the longest military runway In its rich heritage spanning almost five decades, in Asia. HTS has trained 717 pilots till date of the Indian Navy, - PRO Chennai

Vice Admiral Ravneet Singh, Director General - Project Sea Bird, presenting The Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Vice Admiral Ravneet Singh Director General - Project Sea Bird, Command Rolling Trophy for the trainee pilot standing first in order presenting the Governor of Kerala Rolling Trophy to Lieutenant Yogi of merit in Flying to Lieutenant Devanshu Tyagi on December 7, Malhotra on December 7, 2018 during the Passing Out Parade. 2018 during the Passing Out Parade.

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 13 Naval and Coast Guard Officer Trainees Complete Training

n an impressive Passing Out The sea training phase of 24 Iceremony held onboard IN Ships weeks for this batch commenced on Tir and Sujata, 227 officer trainees June 25, 2018 under the aegis of of the Indian Navy and Coast Guard First Training Squadron, comprising from the 94th Integrated Officer Indian Naval Ships Tir, Shardul, Trainees Course (IOTC) passed out Sujata, Magar, Indian Coast Guard on December 7, 2018 at Kochi on Ship Sarathi, and the Indian Naval completion of their afloat training. Sail Training Ships Tarangini and The officers will now be proceeding to Sudarshini, with the objective various frontline naval warships and of giving the young Officer Sea Rear Admiral RJ Nadkarni awarding the Coast Guard patrol vessels on both Trainees their first taste of life at Chief of the Naval Staff trophy for the “Best All-Round Sea Trainee” to Sea Trainee Ravi Western and Eastern seaboards for sea, and also to expose them to the Prakash Kumar. their next phase of sea attachments. various tasks carried out by sailors Rear Admiral RJ Nadkarni, on board ships. During this period, VSM, Chief of Staff, Southern Naval the Sea Trainees were imparted Command, who was the chief guest theoretical instructions and practical on the occasion awarded trophies to experience on General Navigation, the meritorious trainees. The coveted Astro-navigation, Communications, Chief of the Naval Staff trophyand Gunnery and Seamanship. The Sea Telescope for the “Best All-Round Trainees had earlier also undergone Sea Trainee” was awarded to Sea sail training on board INS Tarangini Trainee Ravi Prakash Kumar. Sea during her recently concluded Trainee RK Rajkumar received the Lokayan 18 voyage to Europe, as Sea Trainee RK Rajkumar receiving the Binoculars for standing First in well as the Tall Ship Sail Together FOC-in-C East Rolling Trophy from Rear Overall Order of Merit as well as from Kochi to Muscat held in Nov Admiral RJ Nadkarni. the FOC-in-C East Rolling Trophy 2018. The Sea Trainees visited for showing maximum progress in various Indian ports on both east service subjects during the term and west coasts and also got an onboard. Sea Trainee Lal Macaroni opportunity to sail overseas to Lumut Nath Shahdeo received the DG ICG (Malaysia), Changi (Singapore) Trophy for the best Coast Guard and Jakarta (Indonesia), besides Sea Trainee, while Sea Trainee twelve foreign ports visited onboard Arpit Moulik was adjudged the best INS Tarangin as part of ‘Lokayan sportsman and awarded FOC-in-C 18’. South Rolling Trophy. - PRO Kochi Trainee Arpit Moulik being awarded FOC- in-C South Rolling Trophy.

Sea Trainee Lal Macaroni Nath Shahdeo receiving the DG ICG Trophy for the best Passing Out Ceremony. Coast Guard Sea Trainee.

14 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Another Arms and Ammunition Haul by INS Sunayna

n December 13, 2018, OIndian Naval Ship Sunayna, an Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) of the Southern Naval Command based at Kochi, while being mission deployed, carried out a "Visit, Board, Search and Seizure" (VBSS) operation on sighting a suspicious fishing vessel approximately 20 NM off the coast of Somalia in the Horn of Africa. The successful operation resulted in seizure of illegal arms such as five rifles that included AK- 47 and 471 rounds of ammunition. After confiscation of the arms and ammunition to prevent their illegal use by the crew for piracy related activities, the fishing vessel was allowed to proceed further. INS Sunayna has been deployed for anti-piracy patrol in the Gulf of Aden since October 6, 2018. The ship had earlier seized six AK-47s and one Light Machine Gun in a previous search operation conducted on November 9 and December 7, 2018. The vigilance exercised by the Indian Navy (IN) combat piracy in the Gulf of Aden/ in this region for combating piracy ships reiterates the commitment of India towards ensuring safe seas East Coast of Somalia region involves are authorised by the United Nations for Indian as well as international participation of many countries such Security Council Resolution 2383 seafarers in the Indian Ocean as India, China, Japan, United States, (2017) to board vessels suspected Region (IOR). Russia, and the European of illegal activities. Union Nations. Warships operating - PRO Kochi The international effort to

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 15 Year of Disabled Soldiers in Line of Duty Commemorated

s a mark of gratitude and Arecognition for the selfless service and sacrifices by soldiers who became disabled in the line of duty, Indian Army declared year 2018 as “Year of the Disabled Soldiers in line of duty”. To commemorate the same, a ‘Samman Samaroh’ was organised by Headquarters on December 13, 2018 at Bombay Engineering Group (BEG) & Centre, Kirkee, Pune. The event commenced with a wreath laying Felicitation by the Chief of the Army Staff, Gen Bipin Rawat on December 13, 2018. ceremony at the War Memorial of soldiers in Southern Command of all the Disabled Soldiers present Bombay Engineering Group (BEG) Area of responsibility and admired during the function. The Chief of & Centre, Kirkee by Lt Gen SK Saini their spirit. Army Commander also the Army Staff presented fourteen General Officer Commanding- mentioned that Pune is hosting modified scooter to the disabled in-Chief, Southern Command, four primer institutions and yeomen soldiers during the event. Lt Gen SK Prashar, General Officer service provided by them for disabled Gen Bipin Rawat visited various Commanding, , soldiers. stalls setup by welfare agencies like and Goa Area, Mrs Mukta General Bipin Rawat, Chief of Paraplegic Rehabilitation Centre Tilak Mayor, Pune and Disabled the Army Staff was the Chief Guest for (PRC), Queen Mary's Technical Soldiers. The event saw coming the event. Addressing all the disabled Institute (QMTI), Artificial Limb Centre together of 600 Disabled soldiers soldiers present on the occasion, the (ALC), Ex-Serviceman Contributory from Southern, South Western and Chief of Army Staff said that Army and participation is proud of its soldiers and assured Health Scheme (ECHS), Kendriya from prominent disabled soldiers like that Army will take proper care of Sainik Board to assist the Disabled India's first Paralympics gold medalist its Disabled Solders who have got Soldiers in becoming self-reliant. and Padmashree Awardee Naik disabled while fighting and serving A stall by PCDA (Allahabad) was Murlikant Petkar (Retd), President of their motherland. A Magazine also setup to address pay/pension War Wounded Foundation of India, published by Directorate of Indian related grievances of Disabled Lt Gen Vijay Oberoi (Retd) and Army Veterans (DIAV) dedicated to Soldiers. Specialist and Super India’s first blade runner Major DP the veterans was unveiled by the Specialist healthcare and advisory Singh (Retd). Chief Guest during the function. The services were made available to the Welcoming entire disabled disabled soldier showcased their disabled soldiers in the stalls setup by soldiers Lieutenant General SK musical talent in form of a song. , Pune. To assist Saini assured support to disabled The event was marked by felicitation and guide the Disabled Soldiers in their resettlement and job placement, stalls by various placement agencies were also setup. The primary focus of the event was to reach out to soldiers who while selflessly serving the nation became disabled for life. The event turned out to be a huge success and fostered the spirit of camaraderie in The magazine dedicated to the veterans, published by Directorate of Indian Army Veterans the Indian Army. (DIAV), unveiled by the Chief Guest Gen Bipin Rawat, COAS during the function. - PRO Pune

16 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Corps of EME Celebrates 10th Reunion

he Central Parade Ground of 1 EME Centre, TSecunderabad wore a spectacular look with traditional military regalia and splendour on the 10th Corps Reunion Ceremonial Parade of the Corps of Electronics & Mechanical Engineers (EME). The parade was reviewed by Lieutenant General KK Aggarwal, DGEME & Senior Colonel Commandant of the Corps of EME. The event was graced by about 2500 serving and veteran officers including officers from friendly foreign countries, Veer Naris and families. The ceremonial parade was commanded by Lieutenant General KK Aggarwal, DGEME & Senior Colonel Commandant of the Corps of EME with the officers on the 10th Brigadier Sandeep Bhalla, Commandant, 1EME Centre Reunion celebrations of Corps of EME at 1EME Centre parade in which eight contingents comprising of 12 officers, 25 ground, Secunderabad on December 7, 2018. JCOs and 404 other ranks participated. The contingents marched with full fervour and pride to the inspiring martial tunes played by the military bands of 1 & 3 EME Centres. Addressing the gathering, the reviewing officer complimented the parade for a very high standard of military turnout, bearing and precise drill. The General officer conveyed satisfaction on the high technical proficiency, resourcefulness and devotion to duty exhibited by all ranks of Corps of EME in ensuring battle worthiness of all military equipment. He expressed his belief that the Corps will continue to live up to ever evolving challenges of the modernized Army with its Veer Naris (War Widows) being felicitated on the 10th Reunion vision, tolerance & team spirit. celebrations of Corps of EME at 1EME Centre. Earlier in the morning, a solemn wreath laying Subedar Majors on behalf of all ranks of the Corps. ceremony was held to pay homage to the valiant soldiers While paying obeisance to the valiant brethren who laid who laid down their lives to uphold the honour and pride down their lives in the line of duty, sacrifices of their of the country. The ceremony was conducted at 1 EME families were also acknowledged by way of felicitation of Centre War Memorial. Wreaths were laid by Lieutenant the Veer Naris. A token of gratitude to these families was General KK Aggarwal, Lieutenant General Paramjit presented by Mrs Sonia Aggarwal, President EME Wives Singh, Commandant, MCEME, Brigadier Sandeep Welfare Association on behalf of the Eagles family. Bhalla, other senior serving and veteran officers and - PRO Secunderabad

Lieutenant General KK Aggarwal, DGEME & Senior Colonel Commandant of the Corps of EME addressing the officers and jawans on the10th Reunion celebrations of Corps of EME at 1EME Centre parade ground, Secunderabad on December 7, 2018.

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 17 Indian Coast Guard Rescues Stranded Tourists at Havelock and Neil

n a swift operation, a fleet of five IIndian Coast Guard ships evacuated 308 tourists from Havelock Island, including 80 foreign nationals, stranded in two islands of the Andamans due to cyclonic weather since December 14. Tourists from Neil were evacuated by two Coast Guard Ships, Approx 100 Tourists headed to Portblair onboard both ships. Due to inclement weather, the private and Govt ships/ferries to Havelock and Neil Islands could not ply on December 14 & 15, 2018, resulting in many tourists stranded at both Islands. On receipt of request from A&N Administration, Indian Coast Guard immediately sailed a fleet of five ships to both Islands for evacuation of stranded tourists which were required to board flights to mainland. The ship embarked additional divers, rescue boats, sea survival & safety equipment including medical Located about 40 kms from made necessary arrangements. Post teams to meet any emergent situation. Visakhapatnam, Havelock and disembarkation of tourists, Coast The ships berthed at Havelock Island Neil are the most popular tourist Guard ships headed back to both & Neil Island and tourists were attractions in the Andamans Islands for further assistance to embarked on board in coordination where tourists were stranded since stranded tourists. with civil administration. December 15 due to torrential rains, choppy seas and heavy winds and This operation has once again Altogether, 308 tourists have passenger ships could not operate demonstrated ICG commitment been evacuated by ICG Ships, Aruna towards the safety and well-being Asaf Ali, Rajshree and one IB from due to the inclement weather. the Havlock islands and brought The tourist were disembarked of Islanders in support of the A&N to Port Blair. Among those rescued at Haddo jetty, Port Blair, wherein Administration. included 80 foreigners. Andaman & Nicobar administration - PRO ICG

18 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Ceremonial Parade of MOBC-224 at OTC, AMC Centre & College, Lucknow

ceremonial parade was held on A December 22, 2018 at Officers Training College (OTC), Army Medical Corps Centre and College, Lucknow on conclusion of Medical Officers Basic Course (MOBC)-224. The seven weeks foundation course imparts intensive combat medical support training to young Armed Forces Medical and Dental officers in order to empower them for effectively performing their duties in peace & operational areas. To mark the event the 122 recently commissioned medical and dental officers of Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), including 43 lady officers participated in an impressive ceremonial parade. The parade was marked by military precision and customary elegance. The parade was reviewed by officers, the reviewing officer Maj hard to further their professional Maj Gen N Naithani, Commandant Gen N Naithani, exhorted them aspirations. He complimented all & Chief Instructor, Officers Training to uphold the traditions of military of them for their excellent turnout College (OTC). Capt Davinder Jit doctors and dental surgeons by Singh was adjudged Best Overall and the meticulous conduct of the maintaining the highest order of parade. Officer of the course and awarded professional competence. He also Commandant’s Rolling Trophy advised the officers to continuously On this occasion, a large and Capt Mintu was awarded Maj upgrade and build upon the number of senior Armed Forces Laishram Jyotin Singh, Ashok Chakra knowledge imparted at Officers Medical Services officers witnessed Memorial Trophy for being the Best Training College. Stressing upon the the parade along with proud parents Officer in Field Events. opportunities provided by the Armed and relatives of the trainee officers. While addressing the young Forces, he encouraged them to work - PRO Lucknow

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 19 Graduation Ceremony and Lamp Lighting at Army Institute of Nursing, Guwahati

he Lamp Lighting ceremony of affiliated to, Srimanta Sankaradeva “ All Round Best Students” award Tbatch 2018 and Graduation University of Health Sciences Assam and Ms Deepa Gurung received the ceremony of batch 2014 of Army to conduct 4 year BSc and 2 years GOC 101 Rolling Trophy for the Institute of Nursing (AIN), Guwahati MSc Nursing. Presently 228 students Best Student in the Clinical Field. Ms was held on December 17, 2018 are undergoing BSc and MSc Preeti Naik, Ms Nidhi Singh and Ms at Brahmaputra Hall of Narangi Nursing courses at AIN. Deepa Gurung received the Gold, Cantonment. Maj Gen Arun Kumar, Lt Col M Jayalakshmi (Retd), Silver and Bronze medal for standing GOC 51 Sub Area was the Chief Principal, in her annual report, first, second and third position in the Guest and Dr Rathindra Bhuyan, said that the Institute once again batch respectively. Ms Nidhi Singh Director of Health Services, Family had 100 percent placement of the was also awarded with cash prize and Planning and Education, Assam as graduates in prestigious hospitals certificate instituted by HQ Eastern Guest of Honor and other senior of New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata Command for achieving top 10 officers from the Army, Srimanta and Guwahati during the campus ranks in BSc Nursing examinations Sankaradeva University of Health recruitment, which is indicative of in all four years in the University . Sciences and Gawahati Medical the high standards of training and Guest of Honor, Dr Rathindra College & Hospital were also present. professionalism of this Institution. Bhuyan addressed the gathering and AIN was established in August The highlights of the Lamp Lighting 2006 as a Professional College ceremony was the induction of the encouraged the students to excel in under the aegis of Army Welfare fresher’s batch into the Nursing their future endeavour. The student Education Society for female wards profession and administration of representative of the graduating of Army personnel and civilians Nurses Pledge by Col R Jayanthi, batch, in her speech, conveyed a hailing from North East to meet the Principal Matron, 151 Base Hospital. heartfelt gratitude towards the faculty growing demand for professionally The graduation ceremony marked and management of the institute. qualified nurses. It is recognized by the distribution of the academic The program concluded with the Indian Nursing Council, New Delhi excellence awards. Ms Nidhi Singh national anthem. and Assam Nursing Council and received the Chief of Army Staff - PRO Guwahati

20 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Orphans Receive the Greatest Gift on Christmas

ndian battalion based at Malakal I(South Sudan) celebrated the Christmas day for bereaved children at the orphanage at Malakal on December 25, 2018 in co-ordination with Padang Relief Society (PRS), a National NGO. This orphanage, also known as Malakal Children’s Village run by PRS, is now home to 25 children, aged from 5yrs to 15 yrs. Due to years of civil war and the spread of poverty in South Sudan, many children have become orphaned. There are no government programs for the orphaned children. They are either left to fend for themselves electric lines, area cleanliness and added glitter to the celebration. or they are at the mercy of their landscaping. A volley-ball court UNMISS staff and UN volunteers relatives and friends. Unfortunately, is also prepared and handed were present and enjoyed with kids most families in South Sudan are over to the children. Helen Miller, during the event. Missionary and Project Manager deprived. They can hardly feed their Gifts, cookies, stationaries and partnering with PRS thanked Indian own children. Helping to maintain sports items were distributed among Battalion for their hard work and for others children is beyond the means kids by Lt Col Sham Singh, Officiating bringing basic necessities. of most people. The only place Commander of Indian Battalion.“It to turn to for the orphans is the The children celebrated their feels so good and satisfied do such orphanages. first Christmas soon after their arrival things for the underprivileged kids. to the orphanage. The Christmas Earlier to Christmas day, Indian Indian Battalion would continue to Battalion came together with PRS celebration started with the prayer. lend support to the orphans and PRS to facilitate the re-habilitation of The kids were overwhelmed with to give a better future to destitute the orphans in Malakal Children’s joy after wearing the Christmas cap Village. Indian Battalion extended and cutting the chocolate cake. The children,” he said. At the end of the their caring hand in providing basic various fun games including musical event, the children of the orphanage facilities including toilets for boys chair race, Jalebi race, shooting delivered scintillating performance and girls, re-building of children the football; were organized for the of dancing and singing. park, setting up of generators and children. Indian musical band also - PRO Army

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 21 Vijay Diwas Celebrations – 2018

22 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 23 MoU Signed Between Indian Navy and Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore

Memorandum of Understanding He emphasized on the essentiality Understandings (MoUs) with some A (MoU) was signed between of such partnerships in academia of the best institutions of excellence Headquarters, Southern Naval between the armed forces and civil in the country. Command (HQSNC) and establishments towards developing The first of such MoUs was Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham new technologies, providing inked with Cochin University of at the university’s campus at out-of-box solutions to complex Science and Technology (CUSAT) Coimbatore on December 19, technological issues as well as in in 2002 under which the university 2018 for academic and research pursuing the mission of ‘Make in recognises the course curriculum collaboration. The MoU was India’. He added that signing of of all training establishments and exchanged between Vice Admiral this MoU between the esteemed awards MTech, MSc, PG Diploma, Anil Kumar Chawla, Flag Officer academic establishment and Indian BSc and Diploma certificates to the Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Navy will form the foundation for trainees on passing out. Similar Naval Command (SNC) and Dr P exchange of ideas and development MoUs have also been inked with the Venkat Rangan, Vice Chancellor, of new technologies in the future. IITs at Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. This Southern Naval Command Guwahati, IISc and IIM Bangalore, MoU would encompass fields of being the Training Command of the IISST Thiruvananthapuram, BITs mechanical engineering, electronics Indian Navy, focusses on providing Pilani, DA-IICT Ahmedabad, SVNIT and communication, computer quality training to all personnel of and IIT Gandhinagar, Andhra, science and other areas of mutual the Navy. To leverage the potential Goa and Mumbai Universities, interest such as bio science, medical of external expertise in different Jawaharlal Nehru University, and cyber security. technical domains and to nurture a DIAT Pune and PSG College of Speaking on the occasion, Vice ‘collaborative training’ model with Technology Coimbatore for mutual Admiral AK Chawla congratulated an aim to provide the trainees with collaboration in professional and Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham for the highest academic standards, technology training, faculty expertise its yeoman service to the nation in the Indian Navy has reached and joint research and development. the field of science and technology. out and inked Memoranda of - PRO Kochi

24 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Golden Jubilee Celebrations at WNC

s part of the Golden Jubilee Acelebrations of Indian Navy’s Western Naval Command (WNC), a special screening of the Western Naval Command Golden Jubilee Movie - “The Shining Sword” was held at Captain Mahendra Nath Mulla Auditorium at Colaba, Mumbai. The Chief Guest for the event was Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chief of the Naval Staff. The event was hosted by Vice Admiral Girish Luthra, Flag Officer Commanding- in-Chief Western Naval Command. Former Commanders-in Chief of the Western Naval Command. Many former Commanders-in-Chief of Western Naval Command were also present for the event. The movie encapsulated the major highlights of the Western Naval Command since its formation in 1968, tracing its growth from inception to its present position of eminence. This was followed by the release of Special Day Cover by Chief of the Naval Staff in the presence of Post Master General, Mumbai Region Ms Swati Pandey. The Special Day Cover depicts the Headquarters of the Western Naval Command at Mumbai along with various operations executed by the Command. On release of the Special Day Cover, the Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chief of Naval Staff releasing the WNC Golden Jubilee movie. Postmaster General spoke about the commitment of the Western Naval contributing towards nation and Chief of Naval Staff interacted with Command towards keeping the sea community building. The event was personnel of WNC. frontiers of the country safe whilst followed by a Barakhana where the - PRO Mumbai

Release of he first day cover commemorating the Golden Jubilee of Western Naval Command.

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 25 DGMS (Army) Visits AMC Centre & College, Lucknow

t Gen Manomoy Ganguly who recently took over the Lreins of Army Medical Corps, visited AMC Centre & College and AMC Records at Lucknow on December 10-11, 2018. AMC Centre & College is the foundation of Army Medical Corps where the recruits are trained at the Centre and Officers of the AFMS are trained at OTC at various levels from Captain to Brigadier. DGMS (Army) commenced his visit with wreath laying at AMC War memorial. The Gen Officer visited various trg Wings of the AMC Centre, where he assessed the standard of training & state of training infrastructure in both the MT & TT Bns and gave his valuable inputs and directions. He gave directions to increase the skills of all recruits in the fields of nursing, IT and spoken English, so that they can embrace various modern medical technologies. He Wreath Laying at AMC War Memorial, Lucknow, by DGMS (Army). attended the demonstration of soft skills which is very Indian Army and instructed all concerned to deal strictly essential for all ranks of AMC as they attend to the with obese personnel. patients in the hospitals and they must deal with the patients with empathy & compassion. DGMS (Army) Next day on December 11, Lt Gen Ganguly visited also visited Sports Medicine Centre where he inspected Officers Training College where he addressed the the recently innovated Sport Medicine Bag which is a course officers. He paid special attention to training of prerequisite for providing First Aid Care to personnel young Medical, Dental & Non Technical Officers and undergoing training & sporting events. He also visited evaluated the training of the officers at Offrs Trg College various ongoing infrastructure projects and evaluated and imparted his personal experience as Ex Comdt the progress of these projects. He made it a point to visit of OffrsTrg College. He also visited AMC Records & cook house and living accommodation of Jawans to get appreciated the excellent work done by the institution. first hand impression of welfare of troops. Mrs Nita Ganguly, a noted environmentalist in her In the afternoon, Lt Gen Ganguly participated in own right, visited family welfare Centre and delivered a Sainik Sammelan where he emphasized that all personnel talk on climate change & environmental preservation. of AMC should be hard working, honest and diligent. The visit was concluded with social evening and band He emphasized the importance of soft skill for dealing with patients. He also emphasized the importance of PT/ symphony at Officers Mess of AMC Centre & College. Parade/Games to combat the rising trend of obesity in - DGMS (Army)

26 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Ex-Servicemen Rally at Saugor Cantt

he Bundelkhand region is known for its valour Tand has produced a number of warriors, such as, Peshwas of Bundela and Jhansi Ki Rani, Rani Lakshmi Bai. In keeping with the traditions of valour, the people of Bundelkhand region have a number of soldiers in the service of our great nation. To honour our retired soldiers, an Ex-Servicemen Rally was held on December 16, 2018 at Saugor Cantt at the Engineers Parade Ground under the aegis of Station HQ Saugor and District Sainik Welfare officer Saugor. This Ex-Servicemen Rally was held after a gap of three years. The last Ex-Servicemen Rally was held at Saugor in February 2015. Rear Admiral LS Suriraj, Nao Sena Medal from Naval Headquarter, New Delhi was the Chief Guest at the Rally. Brigadier Sanjay Thakaran Station Commander Saugor, Brigadier Ashit Bajpai, Commandant Mahar Regimental Centre, Brigadier DS Shishodiya, Group Commander NCC, Col Munish is popularly known, has supported the cause of ex- Gupta, Adm Commandant and senior officials from servicemen since last may years, was also felicitated on Army and Civil administration were present at the Rally. this occasion along with Brigadier JS Soin from Jay Pee It was attended by a large number of Ex-Servicemen from Group. The problems related to soldiers were patiently the five districts of Saugor, Panna, Damoh, Tikamgarh heard by the Senior Army officers present for the and Chattarpur in Madhya Pradesh. Rally who assured the amelioration of their problems. Speaking on the occasion, Rear Admiral LS Suriraj, Brigadier Sanjay Thakaran, the Station Commander Nao Sena Medal from Naval Headquarter, New Delhi, Saugor assured all possible assistance for the welfare assured all retired soldiers and their families of the of the retired soldiers and their families. Brigadier Ashit continued support of the Armed Forces. He felicitated Bajpai, Commandant Mahar Regiment Centre assured Veer Naris, widows of late soldiers and presented them of all possible support for their future endeavours cheques and gifts to them. He, along with Brigadier as well including support for the pension related issues. Sanjay Thakaran and Brigadier Ashit Bajpai, felicitated The Records Officer from Mahar Regiment Centre distinguished retired officers who had supported the patiently listened to the Pension related issues of retired ex-servicemen in Madhya Pradesh. Veer Naris, World soldiers and assured them the solution. War II War Veterans, widows of the late soldiers and The stalls laid out by the Army and the Civil distinguished retired soldiers were honoured. Prominent Social activist Smt Meena Pimplapure, Tai, as she Administration included the medical facilities, update of schemes for the retired soldiers and vocational trades stalls by the Civil administration. The military band and the School bands from Saint Joseph’s Convent School and Deepak Memorial School played martial tunes. District Sainik Welfare officer Captain Himanshu Dhulia in his address assured all possible assistance to the retired soldiers in their rehabilitation and the issues related to Land and concessions permitted under various Govt schemes. A fly past was done by aircraft from Chimes Aviation Academy, Dhana and flowers were showered on the Rally by the aircraft. - Adm Commandant, Station HQ Saugor

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 27 Entrepreneurship Option - A Way ahead for Ex-Servicemen

ajority of our ESM retire at young under Pradhan Mantri Employment Mage when their own dreams and Generation Programme (PMEGP) responsibilities remain unfulfilled. which is operating with the support Considering the fact that jobs in from KVIC. Highlights of the Central/ State/ Private Sector are few scheme wherein only 5 percent and limited, there is a requirement contribution by veteran of project of self employment opportunities capital and subsidy of 35 percent wherein DGR provides guidance in rural areas was covered. and assistance for entrepreneurial Subsequently Dist Offr Rajouri from ventures. Entrepreneurship is a Entrepreneurship Development viable resettlement option for ESM Institute (EDI) Government of desirous of establishing their own J&K, delivered interactive talk on business venture with the help of various entrepreneurial schemes, soft loan/ subsidy available under process of registration and subsidies various Government schemes. available for the veterans and their dependents. Process of seeking jobs Towards this, Directorate of through Army Welfare Placement Resettlement Zone (North) organized Node, Jammu was also covered. a Seminar at Rajouri on December Zila Sainik Welfare Officer (ZSWO) 15, 2018 on “Self Employment Rajouri covered the process of and Entrepreneurship” for ESM registration and benefits being and prospective retirees. Approx Director, DRZ (North) delivered extended by KSB and RSB to ESM. 350 ESM and prospective retirees a talk on resettlement options In the end, Branch Manager of SBI attended the seminar which was well including Central/ State Govt Bank, Rajouri gave a talk on financial received. The seminar emphasized jobs and DGR schemes. This was management of pensionary benefits on the need for reorienting ESM followed by Dist Offr Rajouri from for future and guided them to invest towards exploring avenues for self- Khadi and Village Industries Board their hard earned money judiciously employment, as opportunities in the (KVIB) who brought out the salient and wisely. organized sectors were dwindling. details of entrepreneurship options - DRZ (North)/PRO (Jammu)

28 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Chakravyuh

Q1. With which country Indian Air Force conducts at first RD Parade in 1964? Exercise COPE-India? Q8. In the week leading to 26 January 2015, Q2. At which airbase was the 2018 edition of Ex- who shared a number of historic pictures COPE India conducted? of RD celebrations on the twitter handle@ Q3. When was the Republic Day Parade first RastrapatiBhvn. performed in its present form at Rajpath ? Q9. Who organizes the Republic Day Parade at New Q4. Who was invited to be Chief Guest at first RD Delhi. Parade in 1955 (Pic -1) ? Q10. Who will be the Chief Guest at Republic Day Q5. What tune is played when Parade in 2019 (Pic-3). arrives at the venue for RD Parade? Q11. Which boulevard is called the National Q6. Name the Guest of Honour for the first Republic Boulevard of India? Day celebrations in 1950 (Pic-2). Q12. When was the first time that all women Q7. Who was the Chief of Defence Staff of United contingent from Army, Navy and IAF marched Kingdom who was invited to be the Chief Guest down during the Republic Day Parade (Pic-4).

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Answers 1 USA. 2 Kalaikunda. 3 1955. 4 Governor General Malik Ghulam Muhammad of Pakistan. 5 Fanfare. 6 Dr Sukarno. 7 Lord Mountbatten. 8 Then President Pranab Mukherjee. 9 Ministry of Defence. 10 Cyril Ramaphosa, President of South Africa. 11 Rajpath. 12 66th Republic Day. - Wg Cdr Samir Gangakhedkar

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 29 General Bipin Rawat Interacts With HDMC Officers at CDM

eneral Bipin Rawat, Chief of Army Staff shared his Gthoughts on Changing Security paradigms and it's impact on the security of regional powers during his interaction with the participants of the Higher Defence Management Course at College of Defence Management, Secunderabad. The talk was extremely relevant as the officers attending the course are of Colonel or equivalent Ranks from the Army, Navy and on the relevance of strong armed forces, in fostering Air force who are the future leaders of the armed forces. economic growth by providing stable and secure The participants also included officers of armed forces of environment for economic activities. He opined on friendly foreign countries attending the Higher Defence the need of carrying the neighbouring countries along Management Course at the College. The talk was aimed towards economic prosperity. He also touched upon the at providing the strategic perspective and guidance to internal security imperatives and need for preparedness stimulate management thought and develop strategic of security apparatus to contain these challenges. He mindset among the officers to optimise the effectiveness stressed on salience of jointmanship in the armed forces, of the armed forces in meeting the challenges to the which can suitably be nurtured at Tri service organisation National Security. like the CDM. The talk was followed by free and candid During the talk the Chief of Army Staff highlighted interaction, wherein he exchanged ideas and addressed the importance of geopolitics and National interests in the questions of the officers attending the talk. formulation of National Security Strategy. He stressed - PRO Secunderabad High Level Meeting between Indian and Indonesia Coast Guard

G Rajendra Singh Director agencies in the multilateral forum of DGeneral Indian Coast Guard Asian Coast Guards, ‘HACGAM’, hosted the Indonesia Coast Guard was also acknowledged. (BAKAMLA) led by Vice Admiral Relations between ICG and A Taufiqoerrochman, Chief of BAKAMLA in India from December BAKAMLA go back a long way 16-19, 2018. Consequently, a High Level with ICG ships visiting Indonesia Meeting (HLM) between the Indian India and Indonesia have for professional interactions since Coast Guard and BAKAMLA was established a Comprehensive 2003. This meeting and visit is in Strategic Partnership and there is held at Coast Guard Headquarters, continuation of the efforts by the considerable emphasis from both New Delhi on December 17, governments of the two countries sides to enhance bilateral defence 2018. During the HLM, both sides to enhance cooperation between cooperation including maritime agreed to pursue early signing of the Coast Guards in the field of security cooperation. During the the Memorandum of Understanding maritime safety and security at sea. 6th India-Indonesia Joint Defence which is in the final stages of The meeting was significant Cooperation Committee (JDCC) approval. Timeline for conduct of meeting held in New Delhi on August reciprocal ship visits and table top being the first high level meeting 9, 2018, both sides had agreed that exercise in the domain of Maritime and marks a new era in maritime Chief of BAKAMLA will visit India for Search & Rescue was also agreed. cooperation. High Level Meeting (HLM). Mutual cooperation between the two - PRO ICG

30 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Tri-Services Exercise Conducted at and Goa

n exercise by Navy, Indian AArmy and Indian Air Force was conducted at sea, off Goa and Karwar from November 17-23, 2018. This exercise was coordinated by the Indian Navy's Western Naval Command in consultation with HQIDS. Besides the deployment of a large number of naval assets such as Kolkata Class destroyers, Landing Ships, Fleet support ship with ship borne helicopters, MARCOS and other force levels from all the three maritime commands of the Indian during this exercise included The exercise was conducted Navy, the exercise saw participation amphibious landing operations, as part of the biennial calendar of of Amphibious troops, Special air-landed operations, helicopter- Tri-Service exercises steered by HQ Forces, Engineers along with support borne insertion of Special Forces IDS, which aims to fine tune joint elements from the Indian Army, and from sea, Combat Free Fall by the war fighting capabilities and SOPs C-17, C-130J, IL-76, AN 32 aircraft Tri-Services Special Forces teams towards enhancing operational and Garuds of the IAF. culminating in tactical follow-on synergy. Major activities conducted operations on land. - PRO Mumbai Sea Phase of Exercise Konkan conducted Off Goa Coast

NS Kolkata and HMS Dragon December 2nd and participated in Exercise (CASEX). Subsequently, Iconcluded the Sea Phase of Ex- a series of exercises and drills which December 3rd saw both ships KONKAN, off Goa Coast between included Asymmetric Warfare with participating in night manoeuvres December 2-5, 2018. Both ships an IN FIC simulating an attack on the and Air Defence exercises. sailed out during morning hours of ships and Combined Anti-Submarine On December 4th the ships conducted firing exercise and boarding operations with one IN team boarding HMS Dragon and two RN teams inserting INS Kolkata by slithering and by boat. The boarding operations were conducted with an aim of smooth insertion and boarding drills whilst following SOPs. Firing exercises on surface targets were also conducted on December 5, 2018 with positive outcome. Debrief for the sea phase of KONKAN was held on the same day. - PRO Mumbai

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 31 Graduation Ceremony of 158th Fighter Controllers’ Course

n impressive graduation Aceremony was held at Air Force Station Memaura on December 14, 2018 to mark the culmination of 158th Fighter Controllers’ Course. The course, comprising seven officers from IAF and six officers from Friendly Foreign Countries, commenced in July 2018. After completion of course for the foreign officers on September 20, 2018, applied training for IAF trainees continued at Air Defence College (ADC). The day’s function held on 14th December at ADC marked culmination of FCC and donning of Officer rendered the course report Performance’. The ceremony was the coveted Controllers’ Badge on highlighting salient training activities attended by Group Captain AS the Graduating Officers uniform(s). undertaken during the course. Minhas, Station Commander, Air The valedictory function was Meritorious trainees were awarded Force Station Memaura and other presided over by Air Vice Marshal R with trophies and medallions by Radhish, Defence Commander, HQ the reviewing officer. Sqn Ldr BPS important functionaries of the Central Air Command. Thakur was awarded AOC-IN-C, Station. Gp Capt J Poosha, Commanding CAC Trophy for ‘Best in Overall - PRO Lucknow Northern Army Commander Visits Strategic Karakoram Pass

t Gen , General historic and strategic Karakoram of Eastern Ladakh on December Officer Commanding-in-Chief, L Pass along the Indo – China border 15, 2018. He was accompanied by visited the in Daulat Beg Oldie (DBO) sector GOC, Fire & Fury Corps and GOC, Trishul Division. He was briefed on the operational situation in the sector. At Karakoram Pass Lt Gen Ranbir Singh also met and interacted with an Indian Army Patrol. He complimented the troops for undertaking such an arduous task in extreme terrain and weather conditions, in the interest of National security. He urged them to continue to uphold the highest standards of commitment and dedication to duty which Indian Army symbolizes. - PRO Srinagar

32 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Indian Battalion Re-Builds Livelihood at Malakal (South Sudan)

ndian Battalion deployed in Malakal in South Sudan, Iin co-ordination with Civil Affairs Division (UNMISS), conducted a community support activity on “Clean Production of Milk and Milk Products” for women and youth of POC site in Malakal town on December 12, 2018. The aim of this event was to enhance the food and nutrition security through creating awareness about importance of clean production of milk and value-added milk products. John Odhong Adyeng, Acting Governor of the Central Upper Nile State graced the occasion. Battalion was released by the Governor and were further Agriculture Minister of the state, Director General of distributed to Agriculture Ministry and participants. They Agriculture Ministry and Commander of Indian Battalion were also taught about the procedures of preparation of were also present during the activity. value-added milk products like curd, paneer and ghee. The training team demonstrated the procedures Col Amit Gupta, Commander of Indian Battalion of correct and hygienic milking procedure to the called upon all the stakeholders including local participants. All the participants were imparted hands on government, UNMISS and humanitarian partners to training on clean milk production through demonstration share the common platform in ensuring the food security of cleaning of udder before and after milking. Clean to each individual of this country. “Today’s activity of milk production through hygienic management of udder clean production of milk and milk products is a step was emphasized during the programme by Lt Col YS towards rebuilding the livelihood. I am sure this project Sengar, veterinary officer of Indian Battalion. will help local people in improving their food and A reference booklet specially crafted for the locals nutrition security,” he added. on “Clean Milk Production” prepared by team of Indian - PRO Army Commissioning of Fifth Ship of Landing Craft Utility IN LCU L55 at Port Blair

ice Admiral , Vice Chief of Naval Staff, role being transportation and deployment of Main Battle Vcommissioned IN LCU L55 into the Indian Navy at Tanks, Armoured Vehicles, troops and equipment from Port Blair. IN LCU L55 is the fifth ship of Landing Craft ship to shore. These ships based at the Andaman and Utility (LCU) Mk-IV class to be inducted into the Indian Nicobar Command, can be deployed for multirole Navy. The ship has been indigenously designed and activities like beaching operations, search and rescue, built by M/s Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers disaster relief operations, supply and replenishment and (GRSE), Kolkata. The Commissioning of IN LCU L55 is evacuation from distant islands. yet another manifestation of the country’s indigenous The ship, commanded by Lt Cdr Abhishek Kumar, design and ship building capability. has five officers, 45 sailors and is capable of carrying LCU Mk-IV ship is an amphibious ship with its primary 160 troops in addition. The ship, displacing 830 tons, is capable of transporting various kinds of combat equipment such as the Main Battle Tank, T72 and other vehicles. The ship is fitted with state-of-the-art equipment and advanced systems like Integrated Bridge System (IBS) and Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS). The remaining three ships of the same class are in advanced stages of construction at M/S GRSE, Kolkata and are scheduled to be inducted over the next year and a half. - PRO Navy

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 33 International Working Group Meeting of the International Committee of Military Medicine at Brussels

three-member delegation from Lt Gen Bipin Puri, was appointed medicine training and research and A the Armed Forces Medical as the Chairman of the ICMM during sets the agenda for the General Services (AFMS), headed by Lt the 42nd ICMM World Congress on Assembly of the ICMM which is held Gen Bipin Puri, DGAFMS and Military Medicine hosted by India in biannually. This is the first time that Sr Col Comdt AMC, attended a November 2017. The International India has chaired the meeting of three-day International Working Working Group of the ICMM the International Working Group Group Meeting of the International comprises the Senate of the ICMM, of the ICMM, a great honour and Committee of Military Medicine which is its highest policy making prestige for the Armed Forces in (ICMM) at Brussels, Belgium from body and Heads of the ICMM general and the AFMS in particular. October 24 to 26, 2018. The ICMM Regional Working Groups and The Indian delegation also called on is an international intergovernmental Training Centres. The IWG meets the Indian Ambassador to Belgium, organisation established in 1921 annually to review the activities of Luxembourg and the European and comprises 119 permanent the ICMM and its regional working Union, Ms Gaitri Issar Kumar and member nations. India has been a groups, decides on policy matters briefed her on the discussions held permanent member of the ICMM related to international cooperation at the IWG meeting. since 1948. in military medicine, military - PRO AFMS

Diamond Jubilee Celebrations: Air Defence College, AFS Memaura

social evening was organised at A the Air Force Station, Memaura which was attended by Veterans of Air Defence College, including War Veterans who have served during 1965 and 1971 and won gallantry awards. Air Marshal SBP Sinha, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Central Air Command and various other dignitaries also attended the event. from the President of India Shri Capt J Poosha, Commanding officer Air Defence College of the Ramnath Kovind on November 29, received the award on behalf of the Indian Air Force, located at Air Force Station, Memaura, Lucknow recently 2018. The unit has also completed unit from the President. received the President’s Colours 60 years of formation in 2018. Gp - PRO Lucknow

34 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 PCDA (R&D) Hyderabad Celebrates First Raising Day

he organization of Principal Controller of Defence to such a level and urged them to strive harder to scale TAccounts (R&D), Hyderabad, celebrated its 1st further heights in days to come. Officers and staff, who Raising day function in a grand splendour on December have rendered 30 years of service in the Department, 8,2018. Shri AC Patnaik, IDAS, formerly Additional have been felicitated during the occasion. Mrs Geeta CGDA (Admin), Shri JN Das, IDAS, PCDA (Retd) and Lincoln has bestowed the awards to the meritorious senior IDAS officers in twin-cities graced the occasion. children of the staff, in recognition of their excellence Shri MA Lincoln, PCDA (R&D), Hyderabad in academics. As part of the celebrations, various congratulated his staff on the occasion. He appreciated events were organized by the department and prizes the efforts put in by the staff in bringing the organization were also distributed to the winners and runners of the sports events. A cultural bonanza presented by the staff during the evening treated the audience with an array of cultural performances like music, dance and theatre plays, which filled the air with joy. The PCDA (R&D), Hyderabad is an esteemed office of Defence Accounts Department under Ministry of Defence (Finance) entrusted with the responsibility of Audit, Accounting and Payment activities of DRDO Labs and Establishments. - PRO Secunderabad Directorate of Resettlement Zone Conducts Resettlement Seminar at Akhnoor

Resettlement Seminar for themselves. available self-employment schemes A Veterans and prospective retirees The event was conducted in the for the dependents. In addition was conducted at Akhnoor Military form of interactive lectures and stalls inputs on process of registration and Station on December 8, 2018 which were established during the seeking private jobs was given by under the aegis of Directorate of seminar. The Director, DRZ (North) Director, Army Welfare Placement Resettlement Zone (North). The event elaborated on DGR Schemes and Node, (AWPN) Jammu. was attended by approximately 300 Zila Sainik Welfare Office veterans and retiring personnel. The Central/State Govt Job opportunities (ZSWO), Jammu covered the issues one day seminar focused on guiding for veterans. Also guest speakers of registration with Zila Sainik Board the veterans and retiring personnel from Khadi & Village Industries Board and educated on the benefits and towards the various opportunities (KVIB) spoke on the entrepreneurial concession available from Kendriya available post-retirement for options under Pradhan Mantri Sainik Board & Rajya Sainik Board. their second career, especially, Employment Generation Programme entrepreneurial/self-employment (PMEGP). Thereafter the Director, In the end Branch Manager of State options thereby enabling them Entrepreneurial Development Institute Bank of India (SBI) Akhnoor and to make the right decision for (EDI) J&K informed everyone on the Postal Officer gave an educative talk on fiscal management of pensionary benefits and steps to be taken to resolve pension issues. The event was well appreciated by the attendees and they immensely benefited from the seminar. - PRO Jammu

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 35 Indian Defence University Workshop on ‘Ideas for Sustainability’

ndian Defence University (IDU) Iorganised a two-day workshop on 'Ideas for Sustainability' for senior and middle level officers from the three Services, on December 13, 2018. The workshop commenced with the welcome address by Deputy Chief of Headquarters Lt Gen PJS Pannu followed by keynote address by Chief of Integrated Defence Staff Lt Gen PS Rajeshwar. The workshop was conducted as panel discussions and talks by subject experts. The experience of establishing an touching niche areas i.e., workshop aimed to touch various institution, strengthening it by Acquisition, Artificial Intelligence, issues, which provide strength to providing sustainable structures and Sustainability etc. are excellent any institution i.e., economic factor, and processes, modifying it with steps in the right direction to set internal and external factors. How the changing times and adapting the path for this University to be of important it is for any institution a world class standard. This would them to remain on course set by the to remain inclusive, diverse and also facilitate establishing linkages adaptable founder members and maintaining ? with the renowned Institutions / During the workshop, eminent high standards. Universities. speakers shared their pragmatic These initiatives by IDU, - PRO Defence Army Conducts Medical Camp in Remote Eastern Ladakh Village

ontinuing with its efforts to reach out Cto the needy sections of the society, a medical camp was organized by Kiari Brigade of Fire & Fury Corps in Karzok village in Eastern Ladakh on December 13, 2018. Usually deprived of medical facilities, especially due to its remote location, the medical camp organized under Sadbhavana comes as a great boon for the villagers. A total of 124 patients were attended to in the medical camp and free treatment/ medicines provided to them. The locals thanked Kiari Brigade and Indian Army for organizing the much needed medical camp, especially during this period of commencement of harsh winters in Eastern Ladakh. Indian Army reiterated its commitment to stand by the locals at all times. - PRO Srinagar

36 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Symposium on Corrosion Management at Visakhapatnam

Symposium on "Corrosion Management" comprising A of Seminar and an Exhibition was held at INS Vishwakarma on December 6, 2018. The two-day event was orgainsed in collaboration with Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) and inaugurated by Vice Admiral , FOC-IN-C(East). Prof G Nageswara Rao, Vice Chancellor Andhra University, RVS Rudra Raju, Chairman-CII, AP and Dr SV Kamat, Distinguished Scientist from DRDO attended the seminar amongst other dignitaries. The 12 technical papers presented by the speakers from Industry, DRDO, Academia, Warship designers, of the Symposium. Several organisations associated Ship builders, Maintainers and Operators were aimed with the subject such as DMRL, NMRL, Ship builders, at identifying and inducting new technologies, materials Hull system OEMs and Coating industry had put up and systems to make the weapon platforms more robust stalls offering important takeaways. The exhibition had and combat worthy at all times. Latest technologies and on display virtual reality software, non-destructive test concepts pertaining to coatings, cathodic protection and asset management were deliberated by the participants equipment, deck machinery, warship grade materials, during the technical sessions. The operators perspective new generation marine coatings and hull husbandry towards corrosion mitigation due to mission based tools. Representatives from Naval Headquarters, Naval deployments and lean manning of warships was also Dockyard, Fleet, Flotilla, Design Organisations, Coast dwelled upon. Later, a compendium of technical papers Guard, Andhra University and representatives from was also released by the Chief Guest. Marine Industry visited the stalls. An exhibition on hull systems was organised as part - PRO Visakhapatnam Ex-Servicemen Rally Held at Narangi Military Station, Guwahati

x-Servicemen (ESM) Rally was held at Narangi Military Modified Honda Scooter, two Wheel Chairs, three EStation on December 16, 2018 by 51 Sub Area. It was Prosthetics and four Hearing Aids. A Medical Camp attended by 1000 Ex-Servicemen, War Veterans, Veer with all Specialist was organised, Stall of Veteran Naris and their dependents from Kamrup (Metro) and Branch(Pension Related Issues), AWPO, ECHS, Army Kamrup (Rural). The programme included felicitation Recruiting Office and Canteen facilities were organised. of Veer Naris and Widows who were presented with a Representative of Rajya Sainik Board and Records of 58 Cheque of Rs 15000/- each (nine cases) and financial assistance to needy Ex-Servicemen and their dependents GTC/Assam Regimental Centre were also present to who were presented with a Cheque of Rs 10000/- each address pension related issues. (nine cases). Disable Soldier /ESM were provided One - PRO Guwahati

Felicitation of Veer Naris Presentation of Modified Honda Scooter to Disabled ESM

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 37 Northern Army Commander's Visit to , Kapurthala

ieutenant General Ranbir Singh, General Officer LCommanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) Northern Command visited Sainik School, Kapurthala on December 8, 2018. The Army Commander, an alumni of the School was received by Brig D Palsokar, Station Commander and the Principal, Colonel Vikas Mohan. He was thereafter, given a guard of honour by a contingent led by the school Captain. He also placed a wreath at the school war memorial. Lt Gen Ranbir Singh is the worthy of their expectations and wished them continued first student form the school to have risen to become success in all their endeavours. The Army Commander an Army Commander in the Indian Army. He interacted also congratulated the faculty for their services, keen with Principal, Staff, Cadets and Alumni of the school involvement in imparting high standard of training and thanked the establishment for inviting him to his and winning the Defence Minister’s Trophy for sending alma-mater. While addressing the cadets, Lt Gen Ranbir the highest number of cadets to the National Defence Singh urged them to strive for excellence and advised Academy for a record seventh time. them to put in their sincere and persistent efforts in Later, the Army Commander also attended the Old realising their potential in scholastic and non-scholastic Boys’ Association Meet. The Army Commander urged pursuits. The Army Commander exhorted them to be the old boys to contribute towards further growth of the worthy of the high traditions and ethos of the school. school and assist to train the cadets for SSB interviews He said, “You have a responsibility to carry along an and appreciated the efforts made by the fraternity. He honourous tradition of dedication and excellence built further congratulated the school for having the maximum over the years by cadets who have passed out before number of serving teachers who have been recipients of you”. While motivating them to join the Armed Forces, prestigious President’s Teacher Award. he expressed his confidence, that the cadets would prove - PRO Jalandhar Hand Holding of Senior Citizens at Cheriya Kadamakudi

ice Admiral AK Chawla Flag Officer Commanding- Naval Command, at a cost of Rs 23 lakhs as part of Vin-Chief (FOC-in-C), Southern Naval Command, the rehabilitation activities announced by the Chief of and Mrs Sapana Chawla, President, Navy Wives Welfare the Naval Staff in August 2018, in the aftermath of the Association (NWWA), Southern Naval Command, visited Kerala floods. The FOC-in-C also gifted wooden cots to Cheriya Kadamakkudi, Kochi on December 11, 2018, 30 aged residents of the village and the balance 26 will as the culminating event of the activities. get the same in the next few days. The children of the They were accompanied by other senior officers and village had more reason to cheer, as a Children’s Park, members of NWWA. with modern play equipments, was inaugurated and During the visit, the FOC-in-C reviewed the progress handed over to the residents by President NWWA (SR). of the three houses under reconstruction by Southern Last, but not the least, a wheel barrow was also gifted to the ladies of the village, who otherwise carry heavy items such as gas cylinders over the bridge with great difficulty, and which would become easier for them now onwards. During the interaction, an issue with regard to movement of patients across the bridge was projected by the residents, to which a stretcher and wheelchair was spontaneously promised by the C-in-C. The Navy will continue with its rehabilitation efforts by also sponsoring the roof renewal of five houses, which will be completed before the onset of monsoons. - PRO Kochi

38 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 An Evening of Martial Music Against the Backdrop of Historical Prinsep Memorial

s part of the ongoing Vijay Diwas ACelebrations, an enchanting musical extravaganza was organised by the on December 14 at Prinsep Ghat. A conglomerate of military bands consisting of Brass, Pipe and Jazz enthralled the audience with their rendition of martial and patriotic tunes. Governor of West Bengal, Shri Keshari Nath Tripathy was with bugle calls and fanfares or of martial music. The evening the Chief Guest and Lieutenant accompany marching formations commenced with “Sam Bahahdur”. General MM Naravane, General with drum cadences, or mark special Apart from the martial music the Officer Commanding in Chief occasions as by military bands. Band Display had a fair sprinkling of Eastern Command, was the Guest However, music has been employed patriotic, Hindi and Bengali numbers of Honour. in battle for centuries, sometimes which added variety to the function. Martial music or military music is to intimidate the enemy and other The melodious music juxtaposed a specific genre of music intended for times to encourage combatants, or with the grand setting of Prinsep use in military settings. Much of the to assist in organization and timing Memorial added to the ambiance of military music has been composed of actions in warfare. the event and was appreciated by all. to announce military events as Indian Army has a rich history - PRO Kolkata NCC Trophy Presented by GOC (TASA)

aj Gen N Srinivas Rao, General At the Little Flower High School Rajeder Reddy, Wg Cdr Bhushan MOfficer Commanding, HQ (LFHS), Hyderabad, the NCC was are the proud alumnus of LFHS. Sgt Telangana and Andhra Sub Area started during the academic year Raajiv Reddy joined NCC during (TASA) and Colonel Commandant, 1995-96. The school excelled in NCC the Year 2016-17 and participated Regiment of Artillery, felicitated and till now, 10 cadets have reached in various activities like Swachh the best NCC Cadet Kalia Raajiv highest level by representing Republic Bharat, Foot Policing, Social Service Kirti Reddy of Little Flower High Day camp New Delhi which every and developed good leadership School, Hyderabad by awarding a NCC cadet all over India, aims for. qualities. Sterling Trophy as part of NCC Day Maj Gen N Srinivas Rao, Air During the Academic Year celebrations on December 7, 2018. Marshal Harpal Singh, Maj Gen 2017-18, Sgt Raajiv Reddy was The Rolling Trophy was instituted in Shravan Kumar, Maj Gen Mohan selected to participate in IUC (Inter 2018 to motivate NCC Cadets. Chandra, Col Vijay Kumar, Col Unit Competition) and was selected for Inter Group Competitions (IGC). He got the opportunity to lead the JD/JW contingent and was the Contingent Commander in the IGC representing Hyderabad group and stood 2nd in the competitions. Further he was selected for the Pre-RDC-1, Pre-RDC-2 and finally attended RDC at New Delhi, Maj Gen N Srinivas Rao, GOC (TASA), Maj Gen N Srinivas Rao, GOC (TASA), representing Telangana and Andhra congratulating Rev Dr Anthony Reddy for his awarding the Sterling Trophy to the best 25 years of service in the ethical education NCC Cadet Kalia Raajiv Kirti Reddy of Little Pradesh Directorate. before presenting the Rolling Trophy. Flower High School, Hyderabad. - Director (Photo)

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 39 Late Lady Cadet Stanzin Odzes Memorial Ice Hockey Tournament 2018

he Annual Inter-village Ice Hockey Tournament Tconducted in memory of Late Lady Cadet Stanzin Odzes was organised for the year 2018-19 from November 30, 2018 to December 7, 2018 under the aegis of Warriors Brigade of Fire & Fury Corps at Ice Hockey Rink, Tangtse. Every year this tournament is organized in memory of Late Lady Cadet Stanzin Odzes who was the first local selected to undergo training as an Officer Cadet at the Officer’s Training Academy, Chennai. A total of eight teams participated in the tournament which started on November 30, 2018 with the finals Skate Racing Competition was also organised for the played on December 7, 2018. The aim of this annual local children who are being trained in Ice Skating and tournament is to support, promote the game of Ice gifts were given to all young participants. Commander, Hockey in the area, encourage local players to take up Chushul Warriors Brigade awarded the trophy to the the game in a professional way and to motivate young Winners and Runners up of the tournament. local girls and boys to join the Indian Army. An Ice - PRO Srinagar Army Goodwill School, Hanzik and Krusan Awarded with Maj Purushottam Trophy 2018

he Army Goodwill Schools were opened in various by the then Chinar Corps Commander Lt Gen Subrata Tregions of the Kashmir Valley since 1999 to provide Saha in August 2015. Since last year, the trophy is being quality education with a Public School Curriculum and presented in two categories-for schools having classes X in order to afford better education opportunity to the and above and for schools upto class IX. students from remote areas of the Valley. Over the On December 13, 2018, the prestigious Maj last decade, these schools have created a niche for Purushottam Trophy-2018 award ceremony was themselves by excelling in academics, sports, as-well- conducted at Badami Bagh Cantonment which was as other extra-curricular activities. The students and attended by all the Principals along with the selected teachers of these schools have been participating and teachers and students of Army Goodwill Schools in the winning accolades at various national and international Valley. Maj Gen SK Sharma, Chief of Staff, Chinar Corps level competitions, which depicts the standards of these and Patron Central Governing Body of Army Goodwill schools and dedication of the staff. Schools of the Kashmir Valley, while addressing the To create a healthy competition amongst all gathering, lauded the hardwork and efforts put in by all the Army Goodwill Schools and to recognise and the stakeholders in furthering the aims and objectives of distinguish outstanding performances, a rolling trophy the Schools. in the memory of Maj Pramod Purushottam, Ex Public Lt Gen AK Bhatt, Chinar Corps Commander and Relation Officer of the Chinar Corps who made the the Chief Guest for the occasion, awarded the best supreme sacrifice in 1999, during terrorist attack at schools with the Trophy, Certificates and Books. AGS, Badami Bagh Cantonment, was initiated and unveiled Hanzik was adjudged the Best School in the Class X and above category while AGS, Krusan bagged the Trophy in the category of schools upto Class IX. Speaking on the occasion, Lt Gen AK Bhatt complimented all the Army Goodwill Schools for their contribution towards empowering the students to achieve their goals and emphasised upon continuing their effort in transforming the children into good human beings and moulding the future of the nation. - PRO Srinagar

40 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 Pir Panjal Cross Country League

ith an aim to bring in communal harmony and Winculcate sportsmanship amongst the youth, Pir Panjal Cross Country League was organised on December 15, 2018, by the Army unit at Kalal, under the aegis of Reasi based Headquarters. The event was part of the Army's efforts to promote positive youth development through sports and provide a platform to showcase the hidden talent of local youth and leveraging the image of Ex-servicemen in motivating the young generation to and 15-18 years respectively. Apart from these, Run for follow their footsteps. Unity was also organised for the Army Veterans. The Major General Dhiraj Seth, General Officer aura during the conduct of events was electrifying, with Commanding, Counter Insurgency Force (Uniform) supporters cheering with great zeal and enthusiasm. More Headquarters was the Chief Guest of the event. Brigadier than 480 runners to include youth, children and veterans M Rajiv Menon, Commander, Tain Rashtriya Rifles participated in these events. The events culminated with Sector Headquarters alongwith Mr Sachin Dev Singh, distribution of prizes and certificates to the winners and KAS, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Naushera were address of the Chief Guest. also present to boost the morale of the enthusiastic Major General Dhiraj Seth, General Officer participants in the event. Commanding, Counter Insurgency Force (Uniform) A total of six events in various categories were Headquarters expressed his happiness on the successful organised. 12 km Cross Country run was organised in completion of the event and level of enthusiasm which teams of Doda, Poonch, Kishtwar, Ramban, Rajouri, displayed by all the participants. He also complimented Reasi Districts and Naushera Sub Division participated. the locals for making the event a grand success and was Reasi District team stood first in 12 km run category while convinced that such events help in honing the hidden Rajouri District team was runners up. Run for Fun events talent of the youth alongwith enhancing synergy between of 3 km and 5 km were organised for children (both the Army, Civil Administration and the AWAM. boys and girls) between age categories of 11-14 years - PRO Army Inter-Services Football Championship 2018-19

he 70th Inter-Services Football Championship 2018 Indian Navy had defeated Indian Army Green team Twas held at 11 Gorkha Rifles Regimental Centre, in the semi-finals by one goal which was scored by Dalraj Lucknow on behalf of Indian Army under the aegis Singh in the extra time played between the two teams. In of Services Sports Control Board from December 18 the second semi-final Indian Army clinched victory at the to 21, 2018. The erstwhile Inter Command Football penalty shootouts by five goals to three. Championship, now designated as the Inter-Services The Final match was played between Indian Navy Football Championship, in which the four teams, and Indian Army Red on December 21, 2018 and namely, Indian Army Red, Indian Army Green, Indian Air witnessed by all ranks, families and children of Central Force and Indian Navy take part in the championship, Command. The match was closely contested and kept concluded on December 21, 2018. the spectators at the edge of their seats. In the nail biting final match, Indian Army Red defeated Indian Navy in penalty shootout by 5-4 goals. The Chief Guest Maj Gen R K Singh awarded the winner and runners up teams with the medals and gave away the Inter-Services Football Championship Trophy 2018-19 to Indian Army Red. A Total of 28 potential players were selected for upcoming National Championships. - PRO Lucknow

January 1-15, 2019 Sainik Samachar 41 PHOTOCALL

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa with the IAF and Russian Federation Aerospace Force (RFASF) contingents participating in Ex AVIAINDRA-18 at Air Force Station, in Rajasthan on December 19, 2018.

Christmas celebration at Army Public School, Bolarum, Secunderabad.

The Operational Readiness Exercise at the Coast Guard Regional Headquarters (East) in Chennai on December 20-21, 2018.

Sources: PIB, PRO Secunderabad and PRO Chennai

42 Sainik Samachar January 1-15, 2019 An Army Helicopter IA-1144 developed trouble and had to land on the . It then toppled over under the weight of the snow. The Indian Army’s 203 Sqn managed to install new parts and put the Helicopter back together. SAINIK SAMACHAR 1-15 January 2019 Postal Regd. No. DL(ND) 11-6075/2018-20 R.N.I. Regd. No. 800/57 English Licence No. U(C)-50/2018-20 Licenced to post without pre-payment Published on 1 Posted on 4-5 January 2019