New Delhi, 28 Jun .
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh interacted with the officers
and jawans of Indian Army’s 14 Corps at Karu Military Station in Ladakh on June
28, 2021. In his address, Mr Rajnath Singh paid rich tributes to the brave
jawans who laid down their lives in the service of the nation during the Galwan
Valley incident in 2020, saying that the country will never forget their
supreme sacrifice. He lauded the exemplary courage displayed by the Indian Army
during the incident and stated that the nation is proud of its Armed
Forces.
Mr Rajnath Singh stated that India is a peace-loving nation
that never resorts to any kind of aggression, but at the same time, it is
always prepared to give a befitting reply if provoked. He reiterated
Government’s stand of resolving disputes through dialogue with neighbouring
countries, but assured the nation that safety and security of the nation will
not be compromised at any cost. He assured all possible support to the Armed
Forces, reaffirming the vision of the Government, under the leadership of Prime
Minister Shri Narendra Modi, of a strong military that is capable of dealing
with every eventuality.
The Raksha Mantri also commended the 14th Corps
for their invaluable contribution during the 1965 Indo-Pak War as well as the
1999 Kargil war.
General Officer-Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command Lt Gen
YK Joshi and General Officer Commanding of the 14 Corps Lt Gen PGK Menon were
among those present on the occasion.
