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In commemoration of the 78th United Nations Peacekeepers Day, Lieutenant General Vipul Shinghal, Deputy Chief of the Army Staff (IS&T), laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, paying tribute to the #Bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice while serving in United Nations peacekeeping missions. On the occasion, Dag Hammarskjöld Medals were awarded posthumously to Lance Havildar Harbhajan Singh and Naib Subedar Sujit Kumar Pradhan in honour of their exemplary courage, dedication and sacrifice in the line of duty. Marking the occasion, the #IndianArmy also hosted a dialogue on “Future of UN Global Peacekeeping” at Manekshaw Centre, attended by Mr Stefan Priesner, Amb Ruchira Kamboj, Lieutenant General Satish Nambiar (Retd) and other senior military dignitaries, reaffirming India’s steadfast commitment towards global peace and security. @UN @UNPeacekeeping @CUNPKIndia

#WeCare #Motivate_Facilitate_Empower #Spreading_Smiles_Happiness 𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗔 - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗳𝗲 (#𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗖𝗮𝗳𝗲) On 27 May 2026, #MrsSunitaDwivedi, #PresidentAWWA, along with #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, dedicated 𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗔 - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗳𝗲 to our Children with Special Needs (#CwSN). Conceived by Mrs Sunita Dwivedi, this is a unique and noble initiative aimed at empowering CwSN and widows by creating meaningful employment opportunities, fostering confidence, dignity and self-reliance. The initiative has been supported by our #CSR partner, Diageo India (USL), 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲. Envisioned as a 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗔 𝗖𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱, #TheHopeCafe will be established across military stations to create sustainable avenues of empowerment and inclusion for #CwSN and widows. The initiative reflects continued commitment of #IndianArmy and #AWWA towards care, compassion, empowerment and inclusive growth of the community. #HopeCafe #ViksitBharat @adgpi @westerncomd_IA @NorthernComd_IA @suryacommand @IaSouthern @SWComd_IA @easterncomd @artrac_ia @MSJEGOI @pib_MoSJE @socialpwds @SMILE_MOSJE @PMOIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HSVB2047 @DIAV20 @HQ_IDS_India @PIB_India @ministrywcd

Training Together, Growing Stronger. Exercise #PRAGATI 2026 continues in full swing at Umroi, Meghalaya, as troops from 12 Friendly Foreign Countries train together in counter-terrorism operations across semi-mountainous and jungle terrain. The ongoing joint drills, tactical exercises and mission-oriented training are enhancing interoperability, operational synergy and mutual trust amongst participating nations. Conducted in the spirit of partnership, equality and shared purpose, the exercise provides a valuable platform for professional exchange, exchange of best practices and strengthening military-to-military ties in an increasingly complex security environment. Through collective training and shared experiences, Exercise #PRAGATI reaffirms the commitment of participating nations towards regional stability, defence cooperation and a secure Indian Ocean Region. @MEAIndia @DefenceMinIndia @easterncomd @GajrajCorps_IA

Indian Army and M/s Air India Ltd signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) in the presence of #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, towards further strengthening welfare initiatives for the Army fraternity. Built on the three pillars of Employment, Empowerment and Environment, the partnership aims to create lifelong employment avenues for Veer Naris and their wards, support vocational training infrastructure in ASHA Schools and promote environment-friendly mobility solutions at Army Hospitals. Under the initiative, 20 vacancies for Veer Naris and 40 vacancies for their wards will be provided across seven airports. In addition, vocational laboratories will be established in 25 ASHA Schools and battery-operated carts inducted at Army Hospitals to enhance patient mobility and care. @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD

#जनरलउपेन्द्रद्विवेदी, #सेनाध्यक्ष और #भारतीयसेना के सभी पदों की ओर से समस्त देशवासियों को ईद-उल-अज़हा/ बक़रीद की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ। #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS and All Ranks of #IndianArmy convey Best Wishes & Felicitations to all the citizens on the holy occasion of Eid-ul-Adha/ Bakrid. #IndianArmy #भारतीयसेना

#GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, inaugurated a 3 Tesla MRI facility at Army Hospital (R&R), enhancing advanced diagnostic capabilities in neurology, oncology, cardiology, musculoskeletal imaging and trauma care. The #COAS then paid heartfelt tributes to the families of Organ Donors, whose selfless decision in moments of personal grief gave the priceless gift of life to patients. On the occasion, Dr Subhash Gupta, a renowned Hepato-biliary and Liver Transplant surgeon was awarded with COAS Commendation Card for his contribution to the success of the organ transplant program in the Armed Forces. Emphasising the spirit of ‘Seva Parmo Dharma’, the #COAS encouraged Armed Forces personnel, veterans and civilians to pledge for organ donation. He appreciated the efforts of Armed Forces Organ Retrieval & Transplant Authority (AORTA) in promoting organ donation. @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @dgafms_mod @DIAV20

"𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱." A wild forest fire in the hills of #Kasauli on 26 May threatened the heritage precincts of Kasauli Cantonment. Under the close supervision and proactive guidance of Commander, #VictoryForCertain Bde, a swift and synergised firefighting response was launched, involving troops of the #VictoryForCertain Bde, Air Force Station Kasauli, Cantonment Board Kasauli and Civil Fire Tenders. For over 16 hours, ground columns battled the flames along Gilbert Trail, Shourya Marg and adjoining areas, preventing further spread and safeguarding critical heritage zones. The air effort by #IndianAirForce Mi-17 helicopters, through effective Bambi Bucket sorties, proved decisive in containing the blaze. All personnel and equipment are safe. No loss of civilian or combatant life has been reported. Firefighting operations continue till the fire is fully extinguished. #IndianArmy #SuryaCommand #HQUttarBharat #IndianAirForce #GoldenKeyDivision #SavingHeritage #KasauliCantt @adgpi @ProDefLko @PROdefprayagraj @PIB_India @HQ_IDS_India @PRODefDehradun @UBArea_IA

A memorial honouring Sepoy Kamal Ram, Victoria Cross awardee of the Indian Army, was inaugurated at Cassino, Italy by Ambassador Vani Rao and Mayor of Cassino, Dr Enzo Salera. The memorial, gifted by India’s Ministry of Defence, is a tribute to Sepoy Kamal Ram’s extraordinary bravery during World War II. His legacy continues to inspire generations. 🇮🇳🇮🇹 @SpokespersonMoD @adgpi

Engineer Task Force of @adgpi, who arrived in Sri Lanka on 03 Dec, in the wake of #CycloneDitwah as part of #OperationSagarBandhu, departed for India in an @IAF_MCC aircraft yesterday (25), after successful completion of re-construction efforts lasting nearly six months. During the period, the Engineer Task Force carried out extensive recce of damaged bridge sites, completed seven bridges at various locations in 🇱🇰, and provided engineering advice to Road Development Authority 🇱🇰. The re-construction effort by the 🇮🇳Engineer Task force re-affirms India's commitment as first responder in the region, reflects enduring 🇮🇳 🇱🇰 partnership and India’s long-term vision of shared progress, resilience, and people centric development in the region under the #NeighbourhoodFirst policy. #HADR @SpokespersonMoD @LkDefence @IAF_MCC @MEAIndia

Gulmarg Gandola Rescue Operation All 310 stranded tourists have been safely evacuated from the cable cars in a swift, coordinated joint rescue operation carried out by #IndianArmy, #JammuKashmirPolice, SDRF and Civil Administration at #GulmargGondola. Troops of #ChinarCorps and High Altitude Warfare School #HAWS swiftly responded to the emergent request from Civil Administration and executed this challenging task in record six hours during inclement weather. #AlwaysInCombat #NationFirst @adgpi @ChinarcorpsIA

Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, #VCOAS, visited #ShatrujeetBrigade to review the formation’s preparedness, mission readiness and capability enhancement initiatives. During the visit, the #VCOAS assessed the brigade’s specialised airborne platforms and deep insertion capabilities through tactical demonstrations, and reviewed ongoing infrastructure development projects, including the Containerised Shooting Range and Operational Readiness Hangar. The #VCOAS commended the brigade’s sharp combat orientation and ongoing modernisation efforts, and urged all ranks to continue upholding the highest standards of readiness and mission effectiveness. #YearofNetworkingAndDataCentricity #DecadeofTransformation @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD

Update Rescue Ops | #GulmargGondola | 07:15PM As of now, total 286 persons have been rescued from 59 Cabins. Rescue operations by trained teams continue for balance six cabins. All passengers are safe and the situation is under control. #NationFirst #AlwaysInCombat @adgpi @ChinarcorpsIA

Update Rescue Ops | #GulmargGondola | 06:15PM As of now, total 166 persons have been rescued from 29 Cabins. Rescue operations by trained teams continue. All passengers are safe and situation is under control. No need to panic. #NationFirst #AlwaysInCombat @adgpi @ChinarcorpsIA

Large Scale Rescue Operations at Gulmarg Gandola by Trained Teams in Progress. Swift and coordinated rescue efforts by #ChinarCorps, #IndianArmy and #Gulmarg Gandola operators are underway after ropeway cabins got stranded mid-air. 65 cabins were stranded and till now 80 passengers from 16 cabins have been safely rescued. Rescue operations for the remaining cabins are in progress. Stay tuned for further updates. #IndianArmy #AlwaysInCombat @adgpi @ChinarcorpsIA #GulmargGondola

🇮🇳 Indian Army Athlete strikes again on the global stage! Nb Sub Gulveer Singh of Army Sports Institute delivered a sensational performance at the Sound Running Track Fest, Los Angeles (24 May 2026). 🥈 Silver Medal in Men’s 5000m ⏱️ New National Record – 13:03.93 Breaking his own previous National Record of 13:11.82 set in Japan (Sep 2024), the Army runner continues to redefine Indian distance running with grit, discipline and determination. Wishing Nb Sub Gulveer the very best for the forthcoming sporting season. #ArmySportsInstitute #ArmySportsCompany #MissionOlympicsWing @adgpi @Media_SAI

#ExercisePRAGATI2026 is in full swing at #Umroi, #Meghalaya, as the #IndianArmy and contingents from Friendly Foreign Countries train shoulder-to-shoulder to strengthen interoperability, mutual trust and collective capabilities. Focused on counter-terrorism operations in semi-mountainous and jungle terrain, the exercise is fostering operational synergy through joint planning, tactical drills and coordinated operations. #ExercisePRAGATI2026 reflects the shared resolve of regional armies towards peace, stability, security and collaborative growth. #ExercisePRAGATI2026 #उमरोई, #मेघालय में पूरे उत्साह के साथ जारी है, जहाँ #भारतीय_सेना और मित्र देशों के सैन्य दल कंधे से कंधा मिलाकर प्रशिक्षण ले रहे हैं। यह अभ्यास आपसी तालमेल, भरोसे और संयुक्त क्षमता को मजबूत कर रहा है। पर्वतीय और जंगल क्षेत्र में आतंकवाद-रोधी अभियानों पर केंद्रित यह अभ्यास संयुक्त योजना, सामरिक अभ्यास और समन्वित अभियानों के माध्यम से ऑपरेशनल तालमेल को और बेहतर बना रहा है। #ExercisePRAGATI2026 क्षेत्रीय सेनाओं के बीच शांति, स्थिरता, सुरक्षा और सहयोगात्मक विकास के प्रति साझा संकल्प को दर्शाता है। #भारतीय_सेना #पूर्वी_कमान #IndianArmy #EasternCommand #OperationalReadiness @adgpi @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @IAF_MCC @indiannavy @official_dgar @HQ_DG_NCC @ProDefKolkata @IndiaCoastGuard @GajrajCorps_IA @IndiaInNepal @IndiainSL @Indiainbhutan @indembcam @hcikl @HCIMaldives @IndiainMyanmar @indembmanila @hci_seychelles @AmbHanoi @IndianEmbLaos @IndianEmbJkt Facebook - facebook.com/share/v/19WgEc… Instagram - instagram.com/reel/DYsJFV6xi…

Where Valour Inspires Development #ShauryaAndSeva Amidst the majestic Shamshabari Ridge near Sadhana Pass in Tangdhar, Kupwara, the #IndianArmy has developed the #ShauryaGatha complex - a unique initiative blending heritage, tourism, valour and community welfare. The complex includes the ‘Sadhana Café’, a Pahari Cultural Centre and a War Memorial & Museum, creating a meaningful connection between tourists and the people of India’s First Villages. The initiative, as part of #BharatRannBhoomiDarshan, highlights the region's culture and valour of gallant soldiers while creating new opportunities for local employment, tourism and economic upliftment for border communities. A dedicated helipad at the facility also enhances emergency response and connectivity for the people of Tangdhar. More than an infrastructure project, #ShauryaGatha reflects the enduring spirit of #ShauryaAndSeva - honouring sacrifice while empowering communities beyond the battlefield. @DefenceMinIndia @NorthernComd_IA @ChinarcorpsIA @tourismgoi

India–Russia Defence Cooperation 🇮🇳🤝🇷🇺 The 5th Sub Working Group (Land) meeting under the India–Russia Inter Governmental Commission (IRIGC) on Military & Military Technical Cooperation concluded successfully, marking another significant milestone in strengthening defence ties between the Indian Army and the Russian Land Forces. Both sides held productive deliberations aimed at enhancing mutual learning, operational synergy and bilateral military capabilities, further reinforcing the longstanding India–Russia defence partnership. The delegation also visited Shatrujeet Brigade to explore additional avenues of defence cooperation. #IndiaRussiaFriendship @MEAIndia @DefenceMinIndia @RusEmbIndia @IndEmbMoscow

Indian Army has previously clarified against the circulation of #Fake and #Malicious messages & videos by Chandu Chavan & Harendra Yadav on 17 Sep 2024. (2/2) x.com/adgpi/status/1…

अफवाहों से बचें #FakeAlert #Beware A press conference video is being circulated across media and social media platforms with an attempt to malign the image of the #IndianArmy. It is reiterated that the individuals seen in the video, namely Chandu Chavan, Harendra Yadav and P Narender, were dismissed from service on grounds of indiscipline and unsoldierly conduct. The fourth individual, Shankar Singh Gujjar, is a deserter and disciplinary proceedings are undergoing against him in both military and civil courts. These individuals are deliberately spreading fake, malicious and misleading narratives on social media to divert attention from their own misconduct and dismissal from service. Citizens are advised not to fall prey to such propaganda and to remain vigilant against misinformation. (1/2) @SpokespersonMoD