Army Chief Gen Dwivedi Urges NDA Graduates to Uphold 'Operation Sindoor' Standards
Uphold 'Op Sindoor' standard, Army Chief Gen Dwivedi tells NDA grads

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During the Passing Out Parade of the National Defence Academy's 150th Course in Khadakwasla, Pune, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi emphasized the significance of 'Operation Sindoor' as a benchmark for India's military response to provocations. He commissioned 355 cadets, including 24 from foreign nations, urging them to embrace jointness among services as they begin their military careers.
- 01General Dwivedi highlighted the importance of integrated military responses, stating that modern threats may not always appear in uniform.
- 02The success of Operation Sindoor was attributed to the jointness cultivated at the National Defence Academy (NDA).
- 03The Passing Out Parade commissioned 355 cadets into the Indian Armed Forces, marking a significant milestone for the NDA.
- 04General Dwivedi, an alumnus of the NDA, reflected on his own journey from the academy over 42 years ago.
- 05The event was attended by senior military officers, dignitaries, and family members of the graduating cadets.
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At the Passing Out Parade of the 150th Course of the National Defence Academy (NDA) in Khadakwasla, Pune, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi addressed the graduating cadets, urging them to uphold the standards set by 'Operation Sindoor.' He emphasized that this operation exemplifies how India should respond to provocations, highlighting the evolving nature of modern warfare where threats may not always be overt. General Dwivedi stressed the importance of jointness among the three military services, noting that the integrated response seen in Operation Sindoor reflects the foundational training provided at the NDA. A total of 355 cadets were commissioned into the Indian Armed Forces, including 24 cadets from 12 friendly foreign countries. The ceremony held special significance for General Dwivedi as he returned to his alma mater, recalling his own experiences from over 42 years ago. The event was attended by senior military officials and family members, marking a significant milestone for the academy.
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