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Ministry of Defence
03-January, 2017 19:27 IST
Defence Minister compliments Directorate General Defence Estates for its successful Swachhta Campaign



Defence Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar appreciated the efforts of Directorate General Defence Estates (DGDE) in translating the concept of Swachh Bharat campaign into reality. Addressing a press conference, here today on the successful conclusion of Swachhta Pakhwada in the cantonments under the aegis of DGDE, the Minister said during the pakhwada, DGDE has managed to dispose of nearly 10,800 MT of garbage through Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) from their cantonments which is itself an achievement. On this occasion, the Minister also released a booklet on the ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in cantonments’ during the pakhwada.


In his welcome address, Additional DGDE Shri P Daniel gave a presentation on the activities of its 62 notified cantonments in the successful implementation of the Swachhta Pakhwada, which was observed from 01 to 15 December 2016 all over India. He said cantonment boards are now trying to introduce Solid Waste Management System in their areas on the lines of the system being operated in Goa. The boards have also introduced modern bio-digester toilets developed by DRDO and all efforts are on to declare all cantonments as ‘Open Defecation Free’ as per guidelines of the Ministry of Urban Development


Shri Daniel further said that after checking, it was confirmed that no insanitary latrines were found in any cantonment and 171 toilets were attended to during the pakhwada. He also mentioned that approximately 762 kms of drains and sewers were cleaned, intensive cleaning of roads and trimming of roadside trees and management of trenching ground were executed during the exercise. To create more awareness about the Swachhta campaign, DGDE has now decided that such activities will be carried out periodically by cantonment boards under the motto ‘Swachh Chhavni Swasth Chhavni’, to sustain the momentum of the Swachh Bharat Campaign. The message of the campaign will also be spread through a Mini Marathon and a drawing/painting competition, which will be organised by all cantonments on 15 and 22 January 2017 as part of the Republic Day celebrations, he added.



The function was attended by Minister of State for Defence Dr. Subhash Bhamre, Secretary (Defence Production) Shri AK Gupta, Secretary (Ex-Servicemen Welfare) Shri Prabhu Dayal Meena, Director General Defence Estates Shri Jojneswar Sharma and Addl Secretary (MoD) Shri JRK Rao.

The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Manohar Parrikar releasing a booklet ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in Cantonments’ with specific reference to Swachhata Pakhwada, in New Delhi on January 03, 2017. The Minister of State for Defence, Shri Subhash Ramrao Bhamre and the Secretary (Defence Production), Shri A.K. Gupta are also seen.

 

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The DG: NCC, Lt. Gen. Vinod Vashisht addressing a press conference to coincide with the Annual NCC Republic Day Camp 2017, in New Delhi on January 05, 2017.

 

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The Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat visiting Jammu & Kashmir on a three-day tour, on January 05, 2017.

 

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Vice President's Secretariat
06-January, 2017 13:42 IST
NCC is shaping the character and moral fibre of our young people: Vice President

Inaugurates NCC Republic Day Camp



The Vice President of India, Shri M. Hamid Ansari has said that the NCC is shaping the character and moral fibre of our young people, and ultimately the effectiveness and dynamism of the nation. He was addressing after inaugurating the NCC Republic Day Camp 2017, here today.

The Vice President said that through programmes like the NCC, the Government of India is investing in today’s youth and India’s future. If the youth of a country are educated and willing to go the extra mile to effect positive change, nothing can prevent the country from greatness, he added.

Addressing the NCC Cadets, the Vice President said that they are a model to the youth of the country and their conduct must be exemplary and just. He urged them to continue with this hard work and achieve their dreams and goals with dedication and distinction.

Following is the text of Vice President’s address:

“I am delighted to be here for the Republic Day Camp of the National Cadet Corps. I extend my greetings and best wishes for a bright and prosperous New Year to all of you.

The NCC, with its motto of Ekta aur Anushasan (Unity and Discipline) has been providing our young people with opportunities for self-development and avenues to fulfil their potential for growth. In so doing, NCC is playing an important role in shaping the character and moral fibre of our young people, and ultimately the effectiveness and dynamism of the nation.

I am happy to see the bright and young cadets, smartly turned out and beaming with confidence. You showcase the dynamism and energy of youth with the discipline and camaraderie instilled by the NCC.

I am sure that the Republic Day Camp will be a memorable, interesting and learning experience for each one of you. It will give you an opportunity to interact with cadets not only from other parts of the country, but also from friendly foreign countries, who will be joining you shortly. Experiences such as this camp highlight the essence of universal brotherhood transcending and help you learn valuable life and work skills such as teamwork and leadership.

Your experience in NCC will equip you to become active, responsible members of your communities and that you will go on to make valuable contributions to Indian society on a daily basis in terms of environmental and community activities.

Through programmes like the NCC, the Government of India is investing in today’s youth and India’s future. The youth of a nation determine how it shapes up a few years into the future; they are the future of the country, and their actions and inaction, both contribute to the state of the nation. If the youth of a country are educated and willing to go the extra mile to effect positive change, nothing can prevent the country from greatness.

The NCC takes upon itself to provide motivated leadership in all walks of life through interactive curriculum and activities like NCC Republic Day Camp. NCC is dedicated to fostering the spirit of adventure among the youth, but also inculcates social responsibilities and encourages cadets to contribute towards AIDS awareness, Cancer Awareness, Adult education, Anti Dowry, Anti Drugs, Organ Donation and Cleanliness programmes. Your contributions towards social causes have been recognized and a several awards conferred on you. I compliment you on your efforts. The nation is indeed very proud of you.

You are a model to the youth of the country. Your conduct must be exemplary and just. I urge you to continue with this hard work and achieve your dreams and goals with dedication and distinction.

I am impressed by your turnout today and I would like to congratulate you all for the same.

I have great pleasure in inaugurating the Annual National Cadet Corps Republic Day Camp 2017, may you derive maximum benefit from it.

Jai Hind.”

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The Vice President, Shri M. Hamid Ansari unfurling the NCC Flag at the inauguration of the NCC Republic Day Camp 2017, in New Delhi on January 06, 2017. The Director General, NCC, Lt. Gen. Vinod Vashisht is also seen.

The Vice President, Shri M. Hamid Ansari inspecting the guard of honour at the inauguration of the NCC Republic Day Camp 2017, in New Delhi on January 06, 2017. The Director General, NCC, Lt. Gen. Vinod Vashisht is also seen.

The Vice President, Shri M. Hamid Ansari addressing at the inauguration of the NCC Republic Day Camp 2017, in New Delhi on January 06, 2017. The Director General, NCC, Lt. Gen. Vinod Vashisht is also seen.

The Vice President, Shri M. Hamid Ansari witnessing the Band Display at the inauguration of the NCC Republic Day Camp 2017, in New Delhi on January 06, 2017. The Director General, NCC, Lt. Gen. Vinod Vashisht is also seen.

The Vice President, Shri M. Hamid Ansari inspecting the flag area at the inauguration of the NCC Republic Day Camp 2017, in New Delhi on January 06, 2017.

The Vice President, Shri M. Hamid Ansari inspecting the flag area at the inauguration of the NCC Republic Day Camp 2017, in New Delhi on January 06, 2017.

 

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The Vice President, Shri M. Hamid Ansari visiting the Photo Exhibition at the inauguration of the NCC Republic Day Camp 2017, in New Delhi on January 06, 2017.

The Vice President, Shri M. Hamid Ansari with a Group of Cadets at the inauguration of the NCC Republic Day Camp 2017, in New Delhi on January 06, 2017.

The Vice President, Shri M. Hamid Ansari signing the visitor’s book at the inauguration of the NCC Republic Day Camp 2017, in New Delhi on January 06, 2017. The Director General, NCC, Lt. Gen. Vinod Vashisht is also seen.

http://zeenews.india.com/india/lt-g...et-to-be-next-vice-chief-of-army_1964786.html
IANS | Last Updated: Friday, January 6, 2017 - 00:38
New Delhi: Lt General Sarath Chand is set to be the next Vice Chief of Army and likely to assume office later this month, sources said.

An official announcement on the decision is yet to be made.

Lt. General Chand is the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Jaipur-based South Western Command. He will be replacing General Bipin Rawat, who took over as the Army Chief.

Lt. Gen Sarath Chand was commissioned into the Garhwal Rifles in June 1979.

In a military career spanning almost 37 years, he has participated in many active combat leadership roles at every stage of command in the Army.

First Published: Friday, January 6, 2017 - 00:38

 

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http://www.hindustantimes.com/india...s-firepower/story-4ivjK6nHesGjVfHFhpDs3K.html
Updated: Jan 06, 2017 10:26 IST

Indian artillery men fire 155mm Bofors guns at enemy positions from a gun emplacement in the Drass sector of Indian-controlled Kashmir 22 June 1999. (AFP)

Top academia from Indian Institutes of Technology, Bangalore-based Indian Institute of Science and other centres of excellence will get a ringside view of the army’s precise application of firepower, as part of an overarching programme to involve them in overcoming modernisation hurdles being faced by the force.

They will witness live firing by the Bofors gun, 130 mm artillery guns and rocket launchers for the first time.

Under outreach initiative, spearheaded by the Army Design Bureau (ADB) set up last year, the academia and industry experts will be taken to the School of Artillery in Devlali on January 9 and Infantry School in Mhow on February 20 – both in Madhya Pradesh – for elaborate firepower displays.

The army is seeking their help to fix at least 170 problem areas in modernisation ranging from mobility of guns in mountains to night vision devices and wound-healing fabric to satellite-based tracking systems.

The academia and industry are also being tapped to develop future technologies such as armoured fighting vehicles, unmanned combat aerial vehicles, longer range surface-to-air missiles and precision weapons.

A South Block source said an army team, headed by deputy chief Lieutenant General Subrata Saha, has held 17 bilateral army-industry interactions and eight trilateral army-industry-academia interactions.

“The interactions were aimed at promoting an understanding of the army’s modernisation requirements, gauging the industry’s capabilities and finding out how academic activities could be aligned to meet the army’s future needs,” the source said.

The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector stands to make some significant gains by taking part in the modernisation drive as almost 40% of the army’s schemes are valued at less than Rs 140 crore.

Last year, the academia and industry representatives were taken to Ahmednagar and Gopalpur to educate them about tanks and air defence equipment. They have been taken to high-altitude areas in the Northeast and Jammu and Kashmir, and a field trip to the desert sector will take place in February.

A senior officer said many projects under IMPRINT India (Impacting Research Innovation and Technology) - a pan-IIT and IISc joint initiative to develop a roadmap for research to solve major engineering and technology challenges – were being aligned to meet the army’s future requirements.

He said research cells had been set up in several IITs and domain-specific courses in defence technology were in the works. He said the industry’s response to army’s request for information for several schemes had increased significantly after the setting up of the ADB. The army has already signed an MoU for collaboration with IIT Gandhinagar, and another one with IIT Mumbai is likely to be inked on January 8.

 

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The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal B.S. Dhanoa along with AFWWA President, Smt. Kamalpreet Dhanoa being briefed by the NCC cadets participating in NCC Republic Day Camp 2017, in New Delhi on January 09, 2017.

 

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The Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat calling on the Union Home Minister, Shri Rajnath Singh, in New Delhi on January 10, 2017.

 

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Indian Army soldiers show their skills during an Army exhibition, in Allahabad.

 

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Visitors take a selfie with the weapons and equipments used in Indian Army during an exhibition, in Allahabad on Tuesday. PTI Photo