Decision on PoK ought to have been taken throughout 1971 Indo-Pak struggle: Rajnath Singh
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SHIMLA: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday mentioned that call on Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) ought to have been taken throughout 1971 struggle between India and the neighbouring nation.
The defence minister mentioned this whereas addressing a perform to honour martyrs’ households at Badoli in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh.
“We have recently marked the Golden Jubilee of victory of 1971 war. The 1971 war will be remembered in history as the war fought for humanity instead of property, possession or power,” Singh mentioned.
“There is only one regret. The decision on PoK should have been taken at that time itself,” he mentioned.
Singh additionally attended the same perform at Nadaun in Hamirpur district.
In Kangra, Singh additionally make clear the Centre’s unwavering resolve to make the nation ‘Aatmanirbhar’ and the progress achieved as a result of measures taken to understand Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s imaginative and prescient.
“Earlier, India was known as a defence importer. Today, it is among one of the top 25 defence exporters in the world. From about Rs 900 crore eight years ago, defence exports have crossed Rs 13,000 crore. We are hopeful that the defence exports will touch Rs 35,000 crore by 2025 and the target of Rs 2.7 lakh crore set for 2047 will be met,” he mentioned.
While sustaining that India has by no means attacked any nation, nor has it captured an inch of a international land, he assured the nation that if any try is ever made to disturb the concord in India, a befitting reply might be given.
“India is a peace-loving country, but it should not be mistaken for being a coward or afraid of war. At a time when we were dealing with COVID-19, we had to face the tension on the northern border with China. The courage of our soldiers during the Galwan incident proved that no matter how big the power is, India will never bow down,” he mentioned.
Singh mentioned that the formation of the submit of ‘chief of defence employees and the establishing of the division of navy affairs are among the main reforms taken to bolster nationwide safety.
“Doors of National Defence Academy (NDA) have been opened for girls, while women in the Armed Forces are being given a permanent commission. We have also allowed the deployment of women on warships,” he mentioned.
Singh pressured that the federal government is constructing a ‘New India’, which can give a way of safety and belief to all our peace-loving pleasant international locations and people with evil intentions will get nothing however mud.
During the 2016 surgical strikes and 2019 Balakot air strikes, the defence minister acknowledged that India’s new technique in opposition to terrorism has damaged the backs of those that attempt to damage the unity and integrity of the nation.
“Terror activities were carried out from Pakistan under a well-thought-out policy. After the Uri and Pulwama attacks, our government and the Armed Forces, through the 2016 surgical strikes and 2019 Balakot air strikes, displayed to the world India’s unwavering commitment to root out terrorism. We showed that our forces have the capability to act on this side and, if needed, on the other side of the border. India’s image has been transformed. It is now seriously listened to on international platforms,” he mentioned.
The defence minister was of the view that the inspiration taken from the heroes of the Armed Forces is the explanation behind India transferring swiftly ahead on the trail of improvement.
“When the dark clouds of war appear and national interests are attacked, it is the soldiers who bear that attack and protect the country. It is the supreme sacrifice of the fallen heroes which keeps the people alive,” he acknowledged.
“The names of General Sam Manekshaw, General Jagjit Singh Arora, General Jacob, General Sujan Singh Uban and General Officer in Command Air Marshal Latif, who led India to a resounding victory, will never be forgotten. Indian soldiers in the war included Hindus, Muslims, Parsis, Sikhs and one Jew. It is proof of India’s belief toward Sarvadharma Sambhav (respect for all religions). All these brave soldiers belonged to different states with different mother tongues. They were bound by a strong and common thread of Indianness,” he mentioned.
Singh termed Himachal Pradesh as a border state strategically necessary for India and the folks residing within the border areas as strategic property.
While emphasising that it’s the duty of each authorities to make their lives higher, he acknowledged strengthening the border infrastructure in addition to the intelligence and communication functionality of the nation has been accorded prime precedence by the federal government, led by Prime Minister Modi.
He identified that tons of of kms of roads, bridges and tunnels have been constructed within the border areas, with Atal tunnel in Himachal Pradesh being one of many mega tasks.
Singh paid respects to the households of the struggle heroes, stating that the nation will ceaselessly be indebted to the sacrifices made by the valiant troopers.
He mentioned the Armed Forces will at all times be a supply of inspiration to the folks, particularly the youth, as they possess the traits of self-discipline, devotion to responsibility, patriotism and sacrifice, and are a logo of nationwide pleasure and belief.
“Background, religion and creed don’t matter, what matters is that our beloved tri-colour continues to fly high,” he mentioned.
The defence minister paid glowing tributes to the struggle heroes, together with first recipient of Param Vir Chakra Major Somnath Sharma (1947); Brigadier Sher Jung Thapa, Maha Vir Chakra (1948); Lt Col Dhan Singh Thapa, PVC (1962); Captain Vikram Batra, PVC (1999) and Subedar Major Sanjay Kumar, PVC (1999).
On this event, Singh felicitated the households of the courageous troopers of the Armed Forces hailing from Himachal Pradesh, who laid down their lives within the service of the nation.
SHIMLA: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday mentioned that call on Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) ought to have been taken throughout 1971 struggle between India and the neighbouring nation.
The defence minister mentioned this whereas addressing a perform to honour martyrs’ households at Badoli in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh.
“We have recently marked the Golden Jubilee of victory of 1971 war. The 1971 war will be remembered in history as the war fought for humanity instead of property, possession or power,” Singh mentioned.
“There is only one regret. The decision on PoK should have been taken at that time itself,” he mentioned.
Singh additionally attended the same perform at Nadaun in Hamirpur district.
In Kangra, Singh additionally make clear the Centre’s unwavering resolve to make the nation ‘Aatmanirbhar’ and the progress achieved as a result of measures taken to understand Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s imaginative and prescient.
“Earlier, India was known as a defence importer. Today, it is among one of the top 25 defence exporters in the world. From about Rs 900 crore eight years ago, defence exports have crossed Rs 13,000 crore. We are hopeful that the defence exports will touch Rs 35,000 crore by 2025 and the target of Rs 2.7 lakh crore set for 2047 will be met,” he mentioned.
While sustaining that India has by no means attacked any nation, nor has it captured an inch of a international land, he assured the nation that if any try is ever made to disturb the concord in India, a befitting reply might be given.
“India is a peace-loving country, but it should not be mistaken for being a coward or afraid of war. At a time when we were dealing with COVID-19, we had to face the tension on the northern border with China. The courage of our soldiers during the Galwan incident proved that no matter how big the power is, India will never bow down,” he mentioned.
Singh mentioned that the formation of the submit of ‘chief of defence employees and the establishing of the division of navy affairs are among the main reforms taken to bolster nationwide safety.
“Doors of National Defence Academy (NDA) have been opened for girls, while women in the Armed Forces are being given a permanent commission. We have also allowed the deployment of women on warships,” he mentioned.
Singh pressured that the federal government is constructing a ‘New India’, which can give a way of safety and belief to all our peace-loving pleasant international locations and people with evil intentions will get nothing however mud.
During the 2016 surgical strikes and 2019 Balakot air strikes, the defence minister acknowledged that India’s new technique in opposition to terrorism has damaged the backs of those that attempt to damage the unity and integrity of the nation.
“Terror activities were carried out from Pakistan under a well-thought-out policy. After the Uri and Pulwama attacks, our government and the Armed Forces, through the 2016 surgical strikes and 2019 Balakot air strikes, displayed to the world India’s unwavering commitment to root out terrorism. We showed that our forces have the capability to act on this side and, if needed, on the other side of the border. India’s image has been transformed. It is now seriously listened to on international platforms,” he mentioned.
The defence minister was of the view that the inspiration taken from the heroes of the Armed Forces is the explanation behind India transferring swiftly ahead on the trail of improvement.
“When the dark clouds of war appear and national interests are attacked, it is the soldiers who bear that attack and protect the country. It is the supreme sacrifice of the fallen heroes which keeps the people alive,” he acknowledged.
“The names of General Sam Manekshaw, General Jagjit Singh Arora, General Jacob, General Sujan Singh Uban and General Officer in Command Air Marshal Latif, who led India to a resounding victory, will never be forgotten. Indian soldiers in the war included Hindus, Muslims, Parsis, Sikhs and one Jew. It is proof of India’s belief toward Sarvadharma Sambhav (respect for all religions). All these brave soldiers belonged to different states with different mother tongues. They were bound by a strong and common thread of Indianness,” he mentioned.
Singh termed Himachal Pradesh as a border state strategically necessary for India and the folks residing within the border areas as strategic property.
While emphasising that it’s the duty of each authorities to make their lives higher, he acknowledged strengthening the border infrastructure in addition to the intelligence and communication functionality of the nation has been accorded prime precedence by the federal government, led by Prime Minister Modi.
He identified that tons of of kms of roads, bridges and tunnels have been constructed within the border areas, with Atal tunnel in Himachal Pradesh being one of many mega tasks.
Singh paid respects to the households of the struggle heroes, stating that the nation will ceaselessly be indebted to the sacrifices made by the valiant troopers.
He mentioned the Armed Forces will at all times be a supply of inspiration to the folks, particularly the youth, as they possess the traits of self-discipline, devotion to responsibility, patriotism and sacrifice, and are a logo of nationwide pleasure and belief.
“Background, religion and creed don’t matter, what matters is that our beloved tri-colour continues to fly high,” he mentioned.
The defence minister paid glowing tributes to the struggle heroes, together with first recipient of Param Vir Chakra Major Somnath Sharma (1947); Brigadier Sher Jung Thapa, Maha Vir Chakra (1948); Lt Col Dhan Singh Thapa, PVC (1962); Captain Vikram Batra, PVC (1999) and Subedar Major Sanjay Kumar, PVC (1999).
On this event, Singh felicitated the households of the courageous troopers of the Armed Forces hailing from Himachal Pradesh, who laid down their lives within the service of the nation.
