‘India doesn’t believe in war, but will fight if forced upon, warns Rajnath Singh amid border row with China

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh addressing a program
Image source: TWITTER/@DEFENCEMININDIA Defense Minister Rajnath Singh addressing a program in Arunachal Pradesh

Rajnath Singh on border dispute Amid the recent border dispute with China in Arunachal Pradesh, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said India does not believe in war but will fight if forced to. Speaking at an event in Siang, he lauded the Air Force forces for their commitment.

“We do not believe in war, but if it is imposed on us, we will fight. We are ensuring that the country remains safe from all threats. Our armed forces are ready and it is heartening to see that BRO ( The Border Roads Organisation) is walking shoulder to shoulder with them,” Singh said.

The Defense Minister further emphasized that the objective is to create a strong and self-reliant “New India” to successfully meet the potential future challenges that may evolve due to the ever-changing global environment.

‘India has always been against war’

“The world is witnessing many conflicts today. India has always been against war. This is our policy. Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi drew the world’s attention to that resolve when he said that ‘this is not an era of war. Is’.” Singh said.

Raksha Mantri also underlined the important role of BRO in enhancing national security by creating infrastructure in border areas.

“Recently, our forces effectively engaged the enemy in the northern sector and dealt with the situation with bravery and promptness. This was possible due to adequate infrastructure development in the area. inspires even more.” ” He said.

Rajnath Singh inaugurates Siyom Bridge in Arunachal

During the visit, the Raksha Mantri inaugurated the Siom Bridge on the Along-Yinkiong Road, which is important from a strategic point of view, while other projects were dedicated to the nation. The Siyom Bridge spans the Siyom River in Arunachal Pradesh over a length of 100 meters and a series of 70 steel arch superstructures. Meanwhile, Sing also released a compendium on new technologies during the event.

It incorporates the latest technologies used by BRO in construction of roads, bridges, airfields and tunnel infrastructure to mitigate the effects of remote and hostile terrain with adverse weather conditions, civil engineering works and Unreasonably affect the quality of the meeting. completion deadline.

It must be mentioned here that Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, MP Arunachal East Tapir Gao, GOC-in-C Eastern Command Lt Gen RP Kalita and GOC Spear Corps Lt Gen RC Tiwari were present during the event.

(With ANI inputs)

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