Raksha Mantri pays tribute to Chaudhary Charan Singh on National Farmers’ Day
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid tribute to former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh on his birth anniversary, observed as National Farmers’ Day on Tuesday. In a message shared on social media, Raksha Mantri remembered Charan Singh as a leader who placed farmers at the center of national policy and regarded villages as the true […]
Operation Sindoor demonstrated India’s high-impact, short-duration operational capability: Raksha Mantri at Air Force Commanders’ Conclave
“India’s high-impact, short-duration operational capability was demonstrated during by the Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor,” said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, as he described the Indian Air Force (IAF) as a technologically advanced, operationally agile, strategically confident and future-oriented force which is safeguarding national interests amidst the constantly-evolving global order. He was addressing the Air […]
Need to develop a sustainable culture of innovation & continuous improvement for future challenges
The Directorate General Defence Estates (DGDE), under the Ministry of Defence, celebrated Defence Estates Day 2025 with great solemnity and pride at Raksha Sampada Bhawan, Delhi Cantonment on December 16, 2025. The celebrations were graced by Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh who, in his address, described the Defence Estates Organisation as a shining example of […]
Raksha Mantri Pays Tribute to Param Vir Chakra Awardee Arun Khetarpal on his Balidan Diwas
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh on Monday paid heartfelt tributes to 2nd Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, Param Vir Chakra (Posthumous), on his Balidan Diwas, remembering his extraordinary bravery and supreme sacrifice during the 1971 war. In a message shared on social media, the Raksha Mantri said that 2nd Lt Khetarpal chose the nation over self and […]
Raksha Mantri Pays Tribute to Armed Forces for 1971 Vijay Diwas
On the occasion of Vijay Diwas, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid tribute to the Indian Armed Forces for their decisive victory in the 1971 war, recalling their role in reshaping history and asserting India’s strategic resolve. In a message shared on social media, the Raksha Mantri said the nation bows “in pride and gratitude” […]
Raksha Mantri Pays Tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his Punyatithi
Raksha Mantri on Tuesday paid homage to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his Punyatithi, remembering the former Deputy Prime Minister as the “Iron Man of India” who played a pivotal role in unifying the nation after Independence. In a message shared on social media, Raksha Mantri said that Sardar Patel bound a newly independent India with […]
Raksha Mantri Pays Tribute to Security Personnel Martyred in 2001 Parliament Attack
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid heartfelt tributes to the brave security personnel who laid down their lives while defending Parliament House during the 2001 terror attack. In a message shared on social media, the Raksha Mantri remembered the fallen heroes as an “unbreakable shield” who protected the soul of India’s democracy in the face […]
Raksha Mantri appeals for generous contributions to Armed Forces Flag Day Fund for the welfare of Veer Naris, Ex-servicemen & their dependents
The Nation is commemorating the Armed Forces Flag Day (AFFD) on December 07, 2025, a solemn occasion to honour the bravery, dedication, sacrifices and unwavering commitment of the Armed Forces. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has paid tribute to the brave soldiers who protect the nation from both external and internal challenges and expressed deep […]
Raksha Mantri dedicates to the nation 125 border infrastructure projects – the most in one go – from Ladakh
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, on December 07, 2025, dedicated to the nation 125 strategically significant infrastructure projects of Border Roads Organisation (BRO) – the most to have ever been inaugurated simultaneously – from Ladakh. Spread across 02 Union Territories – Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir – and 07 States – Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Himachal […]
Raksha Mantri and his Russian counterpart co-chair 22nd India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military & Military Technical Cooperation Meeting in New Delhi
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and the Defence Minister of Russia Mr Andrei Belousov co-chaired the 22nd session of India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military & Military Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC) at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on December 04, 2025. Both sides reiterated that the India-Russia relationship is based on a deep sense of trust, common principles […]