Directorate of Public Relations, Ministry of Defence, India

"When our missile struck, Karachi trembled!" Step into the ocean with Cdr Ashok Dewan (Retd.), a war hero of Operation Trident (1971), and relive the fiery moments of India's naval supremacy.  🎙 Tune in to the thrilling tale behind Navy Day, celebrated every year on 4th Dec. Podcast live now! Follow the link to listen 👇  https://lnkd.in/gHw7qY7Y https://lnkd.in/g5FdGgGD #RakshaSutra #DefencePodcast #OperationTrident #IndianNavy #NavyDay

Tales of Valour | Major Shaitan Singh | 1962 war Today, on the centenary of Major Shaitan Singh’s birth, we honor his exemplary leadership at Rezang La during the 1962 war. Despite severe injuries, he led with unmatched courage, inflicting heavy enemy casualties. Posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra, his sacrifice remains a symbol of valor and patriotism. 🫡 🇮🇳 #RezangLa #1962War #Defence #PVC #TalesOfValour

1971: When the Sea Roared with Victory! One eventful night, three warships, and a mission that changed the course of history. Operation Trident - Indian Navy's daring strike on Karachi that stunned the world and redefined naval warfare. 🎙Tomorrow at 10 AM, tune in to Raksha Sutra for a special podcast reliving the bravery and brilliance of our heroes at sea. Subscribe to our channel now! 👇 https://shorturl.at/Fa5aO https://shorturl.at/OR4V8 #RakshaSutra #Defence #1971 #OperationTrident

Watch | Indian Coast Guard's #SAREX24, the 11th National Search and Rescue Exercise, is underway in #Kochi with the theme 'Enhancing #SAR Capabilities through Regional Collaboration.' Organised under the #NMSAR Board, this biannual event focuses on fostering inter-agency cooperation, refining communication, validating SOPs and boosting the efficiency of Search & Rescue Units. Read More: https://lnkd.in/g_iysM3D #Defence #ICG

Tales of Valour | Captain Gurbachan Singh Salaria Captain Gurbachan Singh Salaria, India’s only UN Peacekeeper to be awarded with the Param Vir Chakra (Posthumous) stood fearless in the face of overwhelming odds during a UN mission in Congo. On his birth anniversary today, the nation salutes his courage, unfaltering leadership & supreme sacrifice. 🇮🇳 #IndianArmy #NeverForget #PVC #Defence #UN #Peacekeeper #BirthAnniversary

Indian Coast Guard (ICG) organised the 22nd National Maritime Search and Rescue (NMSAR) Board meeting on November 28, 2024 in Kochi, Kerala. The event also marked the commencement of the 11th edition of National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-24), off the Kochi Coast on November 29, 2024. Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh inaugurated the event and interacted with foreign delegates in attendance. He lauded the role played by ICG in providing SAR services in the Indian Search & Rescue Region and helping the fishing community at sea. He also assured all assistance from the government towards strengthening ICG. The board meeting was chaired by Director General ICG & Chairperson of the NMSAR Board DG Paramesh Sivamani. In his address, he underscored the collective commitment to safeguarding lives at sea and the pivotal role of efficient maritime search & rescue operations in strengthening India's maritime safety framework.  National SAR Awards for 2023-24 were also presented during the meeting. These awards recognised the outstanding contributions to maritime safety and SAR operations. The awardees were:  Merchant Vessel Category: MV Singapore Bulker (Panama-flagged vessel) Fishing Boat Category: Indian Fishing Boats Paramita 5, Geeta, and Bahubali Government-Owned SAR Unit Category: ICG Air Squadron 835 Sqn (CG) Ashore Unit Category: Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) The meeting was attended by a diverse group of stakeholders, including representatives from the Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, ISRO, INCOIS, Airports Authority of India, Directorate General of Shipping, Customs, Coastal Police, Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Shipping Corporation of India, Indian Meteorological Department, Fisheries Department, Maritime Boards, Port Authorities, Coastal States/Union Territories, Border Security Force, Central Industrial Security Force, National Disaster Management Authority and other associated entities. Interactive sessions and presentations were held, promoting cooperation and reinforcing efforts to achieve the shared goal of maritime safety. Established in 2002, the NMSAR Board convenes annually to discuss policy matters, formulate guidelines and procedures, and review the National Search and Rescue Plan. The 22nd NMSAR Board meeting focused on enhancing collaboration and coordination among stakeholders to further improve maritime safety. The meeting reaffirmed the critical importance of effective maritime search and rescue operations. It highlighted ongoing efforts to enhance India's maritime safety framework, underscoring the dedication of all participating agencies to ensuring safer and more secure maritime operations in Indian waters. #ICG #SAREX24 #NMSAR #MaritimeSecurity #Defence #Kerala #DefenceSecretary #Awards #Presebtation #Delegates #

Exclusive | Defence Partnership Days 2024 kicks off today in New Delhi, fostering Armed Forces-Industry collaboration for a stronger, self-reliant India. Watch to hear insights from CDS Gen. Anil Chauhan & Shri Sanjeev Kumar, Secretary DDP, on driving defence innovation and indigenous development. 🇮🇳 Read More: https://lnkd.in/gFHxpxbG #AatmanirbharBharat #AatmanirbhartainDefence #CDS #DefenceProduction #SelfReliance

President Smt Droupadi Murmu today addressed the student officers and faculty of Defence Services Staff College, Wellington in Tamil Nadu. Key highlights of her address: ➡ India is rising & the world is acknowledging the growth in various sectors, including defence ➡ India is moving towards self-reliance to keep Armed Forces ready to meet future challenges ➡ Need to secure national interests & be prepared for new security challenges like cyber warfare & terrorism ➡ Increasing role of women is encouraging. More women must join Armed Forces to break new ground in uncharted territories ➡ DSSC has made commendable contribution to train potential leaders of Armed Forces of India & friendly countries Read More: https://lnkd.in/giHPYdXi #President #DSSC #Wellington #TamilNadu #SelfReliance #Aatmanirbharta #Defence #ArmedForces #WomenEmpowerment #NariShakti #CyberWarfare

Exclusive | From life partners to business partners, this dynamic couple is driving #AatmanirbhartaInDefence by crafting special garments for our #ArmedForces. With a perfect blend of #innovation, quality and #patriotism, they’re empowering our forces with homegrown solutions, contributing to a stronger, #SelfReliant India. #DefenceInnovation #TechThursday #Defence

WATCH | The Indian Coast Guard is all set to lead the largest-ever National Maritime Search & Rescue Exercise (#SAREX2024) and the 22nd #NMSAR Board Meeting, with 40 international observers and real-time #SAR simulations, enhancing maritime safety and global collaboration. 📅 28-29 Nov | 📍 Kochi, Kerala