ARMY CHIEF GENERAL DHIRAJ SETH CALLS ON HARYANA CHIEF MINISTER, DISCUSSES CIVIL-MILITARY SYNERGY, EX-SERVICEMEN WELFARE

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Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, called on Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini at his residence, Sant Kabir Kutir, here today. The meeting focused on strengthening civil-military synergy and issues concerning regional security.

Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh, AVSM, SM, Army Commander, Western Command, along with senior officials from Army Headquarters and the State Government, was also present during the meeting. This was the first meeting between the Army Chief and the Chief Minister since General Dhiraj Seth assumed command of the Indian Army. The interaction was coordinated by Colonel Jasdeep Sandhu, Advisor, Civil-Military Affairs and IT.

Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that Haryana has a long-standing association with the Armed Forces and the State Government remains committed to supporting the welfare of serving personnel, ex-servicemen and their families. He emphasised the importance of continued coordination between the State Government and the Armed Forces in strengthening national security and creating greater opportunities for the youth.

The discussions covered a wide range of issues, including internal security, youth empowerment, employment opportunities for Agniveers, welfare of ex-servicemen, housing projects, initiatives towards Atmanirbharta and operational preparedness. Preparedness and response to natural disasters, along with measures to minimise their impact, were also discussed.

Meanwhile, the exemplary performance of sportspersons from Haryana serving in the Indian Army was also appreciated during the meeting.General Dhiraj Seth expressed his gratitude to the Haryana Government for its support towards the welfare of ex-servicemen and discussed new avenues for their post-retirement settlement. He also assured the Chief Minister of the Indian Army’s continued commitment and resolve towards national security and nation building.