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PRESIDENT VISITS HEADQUARTERS ARMY COMMAND

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PRESIDENT VISITS HEADQUARTERS

New Delhi: The Honorable President of India and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, Smt. Droupadi Murmu visited Headquarters of Army Training Command (ARTRAC), Shimla today.

She was received by Shri Kavinder Gupta, Hon’ble Governor of Himachal Pradesh and Lieutenant General Devendra Sharma, GOC-in-C, ARTRAC on her arrival at ARTRAC.

The President was briefed by GOC-in-C on evolution of ARTRAC, the stellar role of ARTRAC in providing quality training to Indian Army personnel to enhance operational efficiency as well as on salient initiatives of ARTRAC.

Elaborating on the novel initiatives of ARTRAC, GOC-in-C brought out the impetus provided towards Drone Training, steps taken to absorb niche technologies, introduction of the concept of ‘Red Teaming’ and initiatives towards Digitisation and Automation in the Indian Army.

The President acknowledged the fact that ARTRAC has an all-encompassing role of designing concepts of warfare, resource development for the Indian Army and widespread engagements with Friendly Foreign Countries and Sister Services. It is a critical gear in the path to Military Glory, Atmanirbharta and Viksit Bharat.

The ARTRAC, through its 32 premier training establishments vitalises the domain of professionalism in the Indian Army, which gives it a unique perspective into the art and science of warfighting.

The President also exchanged views with Lieutenant General Devendra Sharma in the presence of Shri Kavinder Gupta, Honorable Governor of Himachal Pradesh on training in the Indian Army, in order to make the Nation secure and strong.

 The President exhorted ARTRAC to continue to work with fervour to enhance the operational preparedness of the Indian Army. She complimented all ranks of ARTRAC and Defence Civilians for the stellar work being done and urged them to continue working with enhanced zeal and fervour.

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INS SUDARSHINI CONCLUDES PORT CALL AT LAS PALMAS

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INS Sudarshini at Las Palmas

New Delhi: The Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship, INS Sudarshini, concluded a landmark three-day port call at Las Palmas, Canary Islands, on 26 Apr 2026, marking a pivotal milestone in its Lokayan 26 transoceanic expedition. The visit to the Spanish archipelago provided an important avenue for maritime diplomacy and professional engagement.

The Commanding Officer, INS Sudarshini, called on RAdm Santiago de Colsa Trueba, Chief of Canary Islands Naval Command. The exchange highlighted the strengthening bilateral ties and the deepening partnership between the two navies.

During the port call, the ship was open to visitors, drawing large numbers from the local community and the Indian diaspora. Showcasing India’s proud seafaring legacy, the visitors were provided a guided tour of the ship, sharing invaluable experiences of ocean sailing and bonds of friendship across the ocean.

INS Sudarshini now proceeds to her next destination – Mindelo, Cape Verde, which will be the final African stopover prior embarking on the trans-Atlantic passage. Having completed seven port calls and maritime engagements with the Navies of West Asia, Mediterranean, Europe, and Africa, the voyage epitomises Indian Navy’s commitment to building Bridges of Friendship and mutual trust across the nations.

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