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Wednesday, August 15, 2012

An Extract concerning the Armed Forces from the Text of Prime Minister's Independence Day speech


Independence Day -2012

India celebrates 65 years 

of Freedom on 15 August 2012

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Brothers and sisters,

We have seen a lot of discussion in the recent months about the role of our armed forces and their preparedness. I would like to emphasise here that our armed forces and paramilitary forces have defended the security of our country both during war and peace with valour and honour. Our soldiers have made the biggest of sacrifices, whenever needed. Today I would like to reassure our countrymen that our armed forces and paramilitary forces are prepared to face any challenge. The Government will continue to work for modernizing these forces and providing them with the necessary technology and equipment. Today, I would like to thank our security forces, who are guarding our frontiers bravely, from the bottom of my heart. We will continue to make efforts for their welfare.

Our Government has set up a committee to examine issues relating to pay and pension of armed forces personnel. This committee will also look into matters concerning pension of retired men and officers and family pension being paid to their families. We will take prompt action on the recommendations of the committee, once they are received.

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1 comment:

  1. Only Committees and Committees no fruitful outcome is expected from purely bureocratic members Committee...no representation of Armed Forces.

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