Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh has approved a 100% increase in financial assistance for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and their dependents under schemes implemented by the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare through Kendriya Sainik Board. Follow the link for details.

Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh will hold a meeting with the Vice President of Brazil Mr Geraldo Alckmin in New Delhi on October 15, 2025. The Defence Minister of Brazil Mr José Múcio Monteiro Filho will also be present during the interaction. The leaders will review the entire

Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh releases a book titled ‘Ready, Relevant and Resurgent II: Shaping a Future Ready Force’ authored by CDS General Anil Chauhan. https://t.co/bHV5wtCKHR

The Chief Minister of Delhi Smt. Rekha Gupta called on Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh today. @gupta_rekha

To strengthen our commitment to UN peace efforts, India will continue to increase training and capacity-building initiatives in the coming years, supporting local resilience against threats to peace and security. We commend the dedication of all UN-peacekeepers and honour those

We believe that by sharing our heritage of non-violence and inner peace, we can enrich UN peacekeeping and peace-building operations, fostering a world order where harmony prevails: Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh

In an interconnected world, peace and prosperity are mutually reinforcing. India’s aspiration to become a Vishwa Guru, a teacher to the world, is not an assertion of dominance but a call for collaborative and inclusive progress: Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh

India remains steadfast in this commitment. We are ready to contribute troops, share expertise and support reforms that make peacekeeping more effective and accountable. Through cooperation and technology sharing, we can build missions that are better equipped, more adaptive and

As we look towards the future, I would like to talk about 4Cs. This 4Cs formula may serve as a guiding principle for the nations that contribute towards the UN peacekeeping. I propose the 4Cs, which are enhanced- Consultation, Cooperation, Coordination and Capacity building. We

Equally vital are our medical peacekeepers — doctors, nurses and field medics who work tirelessly in challenging conditions. In UN field hospitals across Africa, Indian medical teams have treated thousands of civilians and peacekeepers alike. Their service, often under

Today, Indian women officers serve in missions across South Sudan, Golan Heights and Lebanon, leading patrols, engaging with communities, and mentoring local women and youth. They represent the best of what modern peacekeeping can achieve — inclusion, respect and trust. In 2024,

India has been a pioneer in this domain. Our all-women Formed Police Unit deployed to Liberia in 2007 became a global symbol of empowerment. Their professionalism and compassion inspired a generation of Liberian women to join their national police: Raksha Mantri Shri

One of the most inspiring transformations in peacekeeping has been the growing participation of women. Their presence enhances the mission’s effectiveness, builds trust with local populations and brings empathy into operations that often unfold in deeply human settings: Raksha

Under Atmanirbhar Bharat, India has developed cost-effective indigenous technologies that strengthen peacekeeping missions in from of land mobility platforms, secure communications, surveillance systems, UAVs and medical support solutions. These innovations enhance situational

India, historically as the largest UN peacekeeping contributing country, has the necessary credentials to impart training and developing interoperability between peacekeepers from friendly foreign countries to build the mutual understanding that is essential for mission success:

India recognises that the success of peacekeeping depends not only on numbers but on preparedness. Our Centre for United Nations Peacekeeping (CUNPK) in New Delhi has trained participants from over 90 countries. The Centre provides immersive scenario- based learning — simulating

India is a voice of advocacy on seeking a greater role for troop-contributing countries in mission mandate formulation. Those who serve in the field and bear the risks must have a meaningful voice in shaping the policies that guide their missions: Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh

For the sustainability of Peacekeeping Operations and way ahead, I urge all Member States, especially those with advanced technological and financial capabilities, to enhance their support — whether through troops, police, logistics, technology or specialized capacities.

Peacekeeping is a collaborative effort that relies on unity of purpose. It is imperative that Troop Contributing Countries, the UN Secretariat, host nations and regional organisations work in harmony to ensure envisaged outcomes: Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh

We cannot fight today’s challenges with outdated multilateral structures. Without comprehensive reforms, the UN faces a crisis of confidence. For today’s inter-connected world, we need a reformed multilateralism: That reflects today’s realities; Gives voice to all stakeholders;