Union Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh highlighted the importance of synergy and jointness among Indian defence officers during the 81st Staff Course convocation at Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) in Wellington, Tamil Nadu. Singh interacted with student officers, including foreign participants, praising their dedication and hard work in completing the course. He commended the officers for strengthening cooperation between countries and India, emphasizing the role of DSSC in shaping future military leadership.
The convocation ceremony, attended by Defence Attaches from friendly nations, recognized DSSC’s role as a premier training institution for mid-level officers of the Indian Defence Forces and friendly countries. Established in 1948, DSSC aims to enhance officers’ capabilities for higher responsibilities, with a history of training international and Indian officers who have held key leadership positions globally.
In a recent development, the Union Defence Secretary oversaw the signing of contracts totaling Rs 858 crore for the procurement of Russian Tunguska Air Defence Missile System and a maintenance contract for the P8I Long-Range Maritime Reconnaissance Aircraft of the Indian Navy. The contracts, valued at Rs 445 crore and Rs 413 crore respectively, aim to bolster India’s air defence capabilities against various threats, including aircraft, drones, and cruise missiles.
