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Army Chief General Seth, Haryana governor discuss security, civil-military synergy

Army Chief General Seth, Haryana governor discuss security, civil-military synergy
Army chief meets Haryana governor; discusses security, civil-military synergy · theprint.in

The leader of the Indian Army, General Dhiraj Seth, met with the governor of Haryana, Ashim Kumar Ghosh.

The meeting happened in Chandigarh, at a government building called Lok Bhavan, on Monday.

It was the first time the two leaders met after General Seth became the head of the army.

They talked about keeping the country safe and about working well together.

They also discussed helping young people find jobs, including soldiers called Agniveers.

Former soldiers' well-being, housing projects, and making India self-reliant were also topics.

The leaders talked about preparing for natural disasters and reducing their damage.

General Seth promised that the army would always work to protect the nation.

They ended the meeting by exchanging gifts to show their friendship.

Earlier that day, General Seth also met Bhagwant Mann, the Chief Minister of Punjab.

Key facts

Meeting
Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth with Haryana Governor Ashim Kumar Ghosh
Location
Lok Bhavan, Chandigarh
Date
Monday, August 10
Significance
First engagement since General Seth took command of the Indian Army
Key topics
Internal security, civil-military synergy, regional security, operational preparedness
Other topics
Youth empowerment, Agniveer employment, ex-servicemen welfare, housing, Atmanirbharta
Disaster management
Response, preparatory and mitigation measures discussed
Other meeting
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann earlier the same day

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