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आज पुणे स्थित कमांड हॉस्पिटल पहुंचकर मेरे साढ़ू भाई, रिटायर्ड कर्नल रणवीर सिंह जी के स्वास्थ्य की जानकारी ली और उनका कुशलक्षेम जाना। कमांड अस्पताल आकर हमारी सेना के कुशल प्रबंधन को देखकर मन गर्व से भर गया। इतना समर्पण, सेवा और साधना का भाव कहीं और मिलना दुर्लभ है। यहाँ की व्यवस्था, स्वच्छता, मरीजों की सेवा और देखभाल सब अद्भुत है। अस्पताल का पूरा स्टाफ सदैव सेवा के लिए तत्पर रहता है। न सिर्फ सेना के जवानों, बल्कि आम नागरिकों को भी यहाँ उच्च स्तरीय स्वास्थ्य सुविधाएँ मिलती हैं। एयरपोर्ट पर भी आमजन से बातचीत के दौरान यही सुनने को मिला कि कमांड अस्पताल जैसी व्यवस्थाएँ और सेवाएँ अन्यत्र दुर्लभ हैं। अस्पताल में कमांडेंट मेजर जनरल सानिल मोहन जी, ब्रिगेडियर (प्रशासन) पद्मिनी श्रीनिवास जी, न्यूरोलॉजिस्ट कर्नल सतीश जी, लॉजिस्टिक्स अधिकारी कर्नल ईश्वर दास जी सहित पूरी टीम को हृदय से बधाई और धन्यवाद। आप देश का गौरव हैं, हमारा गर्व हैं। जय हिन्द।

#Remembering Field Marshal KM Cariappa, the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army. On his Death Anniversary, the Indian Air Force pays tribute to one of India’s finest military leaders whose vision, leadership and devotion to the Nation continues to inspire the Armed Forces. #FieldMarshalCariappa #KMCariappa #IndianAirForce #MilitaryLeadership #LegacyOfValour @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @indiannavy @CareerinIAF

General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, #SouthernCommand visited Armoured Corps Centre & School and Mechanised Infantry Centre & School at #Ahilyanagar and reviewed modern training initiatives and state-of-the-art training infrastructure, including AR/VR Lab, Counter-Drone Operations and Autonomous Systems, aimed at enhancing combat readiness and future-ready warfighting capabilities. #IndianArmy #DecadeOfTransformation #TechAbsorption @adgpi @SpokespersonMoD @PRODefPune

A Symposium of Drone Component Manufacturers was held on 12-13 May 2026 at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, with participation from indigenous drone component manufacturers and representatives from all the commands of the #IndianArmy. The symposium aimed at strengthening Civil-Military collaboration towards augmenting large-scale indigenous drone production for the Indian Army. The discussions helped formulate a roadmap for rapidly enhancing the quality and quantity of drone production in the country. An SIDM Compendium of Indigenous Drone Component Manufacturers was also released by the Deputy Chief of the Army Staff (CD&S), reaffirming the Indian Army’s commitment towards self-reliance and future-ready capabilities. #DecadeofTransformation @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD

Remembering the Legend... Field Marshal KM Cariappa, OBE, the 1st Indian Commander-in-Chief of the #IndianArmy, one of India’s most distinguished military leaders. #IndianArmy

General Anil Chauhan #CDS released "India’s Water Security: Strategies & Solutions" authored by Major General Akash Kaushik Asisstant Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (Transformation), bringing into focus one of the most critical dimensions of national security and sustainable development. The book offers a comprehensive perspective on India’s emerging water challenges, strategic imperatives and policy pathways for a secure future. HQ IDS congratulates Major General Akash Kaushik for this commendable scholarly contribution reflecting the spirit of professional military thought and nation-building. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

Remembering Field Marshal KM Cariappa, the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the #IndianArmy on his 33rd Death Anniversary. A visionary military leader who laid the foundation of a modern, professional and self-reliant #IndianArmy for an independent #India. His legacy of courage, discipline and nation-first service continues to inspire generations. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

Listen In | At Kalam & Kavach 3.0 - Defence strategic dialogue held in New Delhi, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, CISC emphasised the importance of international collaboration and indigenisation in shaping the future of defence. Distinguished speakers also highlighted the role of intellectual capability, AI, and autonomous technologies in strengthening national security, while underscoring India’s focus on self-reliance and bringing together all stakeholders to build a future-ready defence ecosystem. @rajnathsingh @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @DefProdnIndia @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @indiannavy @IAF_MCC @PIB_India

The 12th Air Staff Talks between the #IndianAirForce and #RoyalAustralianAirForce were recently conducted at Canberra. The discussions focused on enhancing operational synergy, interoperability, joint exercises, Air-to-Air Refuelling Agreement, training and future aerospace collaboration. Both Air Forces reaffirmed their commitment towards strengthening regional stability and fostering a future-ready Indo-Pacific partnership. #Defencecooperation @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @indiannavy @CareerinIAF @AusAirForce

The Indian Army and Bank of Baroda have renewed the existing Memorandum of Understanding till May 2029 for the provision of contemporary banking services and enhanced insurance benefits to serving and retired Army personnel. Key benefits under the renewed MoU include: • ₹1.25 Cr PAI cover for serving personnel, including Agniveers. • Additional ₹10 Lakh Term Life Insurance cover. • ₹75 Lakh PAI cover for pensioners, including Veer Naris. • ₹37.5 Lakh PAI cover for family pensioners. @DIAV20

Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri @SethSanjayMP, on May 13, 2026, interacted with four IAS Officer Trainees of the 2024 Batch attached with the Ministry of Defence as Assistant Secretaries under the 8-week Assistant Secretary Programme (ASP) 2026. During the interaction, the Officer Trainees shared the objectives of their attachment and benefitted from the guidance, experience and insights shared by RRM.

The Indian Air Force congratulates Maj Gen Lissamma PV on being honoured with the prestigious National Florence Nightingale Award by the Hon’ble President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu Her distinguished service, leadership and dedication to military healthcare continue to inspire generations in uniform. #IndianAirForce #NariShakti #TouchTheSkyWithGlory @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @indiannavy @CareerinIAF

College of Defence Management, Secunderabad (#CDM_IDS) hosted a team of experts led by Dr. A. Sivathanu Pillai, President, Project Management Associates (PMA) India, for the IPMA Level A certification of CDM officers. Dr. Pillai also delivered an insightful talk to the staff on the application of project management principles in defence-related projects. In his address, He spoke about the evolution of ISRO, its pioneering missions and India’s remarkable journey towards self-reliance in the space and defence sectors. He highlighted how technology sanctions and denial regimes were transformed into opportunities for innovation and indigenisation, with the powerful message: “Technology denied equalled to technology gained.” He also shared perspectives on major national achievements such as ICBM development, BrahMos and other significant DRDO programmes, underscoring the importance of resilience, indigenous capability and strategic innovation in nation-building. #IPMA #ProjectManagement #DefenceTechnology #ISRO #DRDO #BrahMos #AtmanirbharBharat @DefenceMinIndia @spokespersonmod @SethSanjayMP @mib_india @dprohyd

President Smt Droupadi Murmu conferred the prestigious #NationalFlorenceNightingaleAward2026 to Maj Gen Lissamma PV, ADGMNS at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in recognition of her exemplary contributions to the field of nursing excellence and her nearly four decades of distinguished service in the Military Nursing Service. Her achievement reflects the highest ideals of Military Nursing: Compassion, professionalism & dedication underscoring the vital role of nursing officers in strengthening healthcare delivery & operational readiness. @rashtrapatibhvn

On the occasion of International Nurses Day 2026, Additional Director General of Military Nursing Service, Maj Gen Lissamma PV, extended her heartiest felicitations to the #MNS officers and complimented them for working tirelessly through endless shifts, taking care of patients with utmost compassion and empathy. From remote fields to #UNmissions, MNS officers continue to serve with courage & compassion. @rajnathsingh @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @HQ_IDS_India @DefProdnIndia @adgpi @indiannavy @IAF_MCC @PIB_India @dgafms_mod

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit #CISC visited Godrej Aerospace manufacturing facilities at Vikhroli, Mumbai. He reviewed advanced manufacturing capabilities for Aero Engines, Actuators & Space systems, reinforcing the push for Atmanirbharta in India's aerospace sector. The visit underscored the critical role of industry-defence forces collaboration in fostering alignment with national priorities. CISC lauded the commitment to #precision_engineering & #indigenisation, essential for advancing India's critical aerospace technologies. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

Exercise #CINBAX II 2026 The second edition of joint military Exercise #CINBAX II 2026, between the #IndianArmy and The Royal Cambodian Army is under way at Techo Sen Phnom Thom Mreas Prov Royal Cambodian Air Force Training Centre, Kampong Speu Province, Kingdom of Cambodia. The exercise involves joint coordination in planning and execution of coordinated tactical operations in a sub-conventinal, semi-urban environment. The exercise aims to enhance interoperability through Tactics, Technique, Procedures exchange and sharing of best practices. Training includes firing, tactical drone employment, urban operations, along with mortar and sniper drills. CINBAX II will strengthen bilateral military relations, foster mutual cooperation between the two nations. #IndiaCambodiaPartnership @MEAIndia @DefenceMinIndia @SWComd_IA @indembcam

On #NationalTechnologyDay, we commemorate the 28th anniversary of #Pokhran2 and express our gratitude to the scientists and innovators whose dedication continues to strengthen India’s journey towards #Aatmanirbharta.

Some journeys are built not on recognition but on resilience, compassion and an unwavering commitment to humanity. This International Nurses Day, we are honoured to present the Additional Director General of Military Nursing Service, Major General Lisamma PV, whose inspiring journey reflects the true spirit of dedication, leadership and selfless service. From caring for countless lives to leading with grace and determination, her story is a tribute to every nursing officer serving with pride and purpose. Listen to her incredible journey in Raksha Sutra. A story of service, sacrifice and silent strength. Releasing today on YouTube & Spotify Subscribe Now👇🏻 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/71XPQQaS1… YouTube: @defenceminindia?si=LRoFW9J7NnQrxwv_" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@defenceminind… @rajnathsingh @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @HQ_IDS_India @DefProdnIndia @adgpi @indiannavy @IAF_MCC @PIB_India

Maj Sonam Jasrotia, Nursing Officer at Army Institute of Cardio Thoracic Sciences (AICTS), #Pune, has been conferred the “Best Bedside Nurse Award” for 2025–26 by the Trained Nurses Association of India during #NursesDay celebrations held at #Pune. Selected among finalists from eight leading hospitals across Pune, the award recognises her exceptional professional competence, compassionate patient care and unwavering dedication towards healthcare services, reflecting the highest traditions of military nursing and service to the Nation. #IndianArmy #SouthernCommand @adgpi @dgafms_mod @PRODefPune