Kargil sacrifices will inspire generations, shape future reforms: CDS

New Delhi, July 25: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Anil Chauhan Thursday felicitated all ranks of the armed forces on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Kargil War.

In his message, CDS Gen Chauhan said that supreme sacrifices made by the soldiers in the Kargil War would not go in vain.

“It will continue to inspire and motivate future generations of not only soldiers but also the youth of the nation,” he said.

Highlighting the uniqueness of the Kargil War, the CDS said, there were lessons in the war for not only the military but for all those who deal with national security.

He said that the lessons learnt by shedding blood must not be forgotten, the mistakes must not be repeated, and the right lessons must be reinforced.

Regarding the ongoing reforms in the armed forces, CDS Gen Chauhan underlined that the tri-services were on the threshold of a major reform that ranged from organisational, structural, conceptual, and cultural.

“The underlying aim of these reforms is to improve fighting efficiency and keep the armed forces battle-ready at all times. We must be prepared to shed the obsolete practices and adopt new ones. The shape and contour of reforms must reflect the uniqueness of the Indian environment and challenges,” he said.

The CDS assured the citizens that the armed forces remain enthused with new energy as the nation steps into the Amrit Kaal and are determined to march in step with the rest of the country to make India a ‘Viksit Bharat’.