Last updated on July 5th, 2023 at 05:18 pm
On the 16th of January PM Modi addresses the first batch of enthusiastic Agniveers. The aim of this transformational plan is to further strengthen our Armed Forces and make them future-ready. It is a matter of pride to see that this scheme also contributes to women’s empowerment.
This transformative policy will be a game changer in strengthening the Armed Forces and making them future-ready for the challenges that lie ahead, Modi highlighted. PM affirmed that the young Agniveers will make the Armed Forces more youthful and better with technology.
PM said that the spirit of Agniveers is reflective of the bravery of the Armed Forces which has always kept the flag of the nation flying high. PM said the experience they’ll acquire from this opportunity will be a source of pride for life.
Modi said that ‘New India’ is filled with renewed vigor, and efforts are underway to modernize the Armed Forces as well as make them self-reliant. Modi said that the way of fighting the war is changing.
He said that technologically-advanced soldiers will play a key role in the Armed Forces, discussing the new fronts of contactless warfare and the challenges of cyber warfare. The Agniveers will play a leading role in our armed forces in the times to come, especially given the potential of the current generation of youth.
The scheme will further empower women, the Prime Minister also spoke how. He was happy to see how women Agniveers are adding pride to the Naval forces and said he looks forward to seeing women Agniveers in all three forces.
Citing examples of women soldiers posted in Siachen and women driving modern fighter planes, the Prime Minister also recalled how women are leading armed forces on various fronts.
