Synopsis
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced a renewed focus on increasing youth recruitment in the armed forces, highlighting the state's strong historical contributions and ongoing initiatives to support military preparation.Key Takeaways
- Focus on youth recruitment in armed forces.
- Legacy of Punjab's service in Indian armed forces.
- Initiatives like Mai Bhago and Maharaja Ranjit Singh institutes.
- Punjab's role as the sword arm of India.
- 532 km border with Pakistan necessitates armed forces support.
Chandigarh, Feb 4 (NationPress) The Chief Minister of Punjab, Bhagwant Mann, announced on Tuesday that the government is putting significant focus on boosting the recruitment of youth into the armed forces.
During a meeting with a delegation led by Air Marshal Hardeep Bains, Commandant of the National Defence College, the Chief Minister highlighted Punjab's proud legacy of serving in the Indian armed forces.
He acknowledged that while this tradition has seen a downturn, the state government is actively working to revitalize youth recruitment into the armed forces through various initiatives.
Mann mentioned that institutions like the Mai Bhago Armed Forces Preparatory Institute and the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Armed Forces Preparatory Institute, along with C-Pyte centres, are achieving remarkable success in this area.
He emphasized that Punjab, known as the nation's agricultural heartland, also holds the title of being the “sword arm” of India, with its people recognized globally for their bravery, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit.
The Chief Minister remarked that every corner of this revered land bears the legacy of great gurus, saints, seers, and martyrs, who have guided us to stand against tyranny, injustice, and oppression.
Mann also pointed out that the state shares a 532 km border with Pakistan, highlighting the crucial role of armed forces support.
Welcoming the visiting delegates, he expressed Punjab's pleasure in hosting the group, which includes 15 officers, among them six foreign delegates holding ranks equivalent to Brigadier and Joint Secretary from military and civil services of friendly nations, who will be touring the state until February 7.
He is hopeful that this visit will provide the delegates an opportunity to explore the social, political, economic, cultural, and religious dimensions of the state.
Furthermore, Mann mentioned that this tour would inform the delegates about the challenges related to administration, governance, and law enforcement, from the state level down to the village level.
