“FIELD MARSHAL SAM MANEKSHAW MEMORIAL LECTURE”

Army Chief Gen Bikram Singh addressing Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw memorial lecture

New Delhi: Ashadha 06, 1935

Thursday , June 27, 2013

To mark the birth centenary of Field Marshal SHFJ Manekshaw, MC (military Cross), one of the most illustrious Generals of the Indian Army a commemorative lecture was organised today at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt. The proceedings began with a Welcome Note from the Director General of Infantry Lt Gen Rameshwar Yadav.

In keeping with the sanctity of the occasion, the Memorial Lecture was delivered by the Army Chief Gen Bikram Singh. He gave a stimulating talk on “Evolution of Indian Military Strategic Thought”, a contemporary topic, having immense relevance to all strategists involved in the management of security and defence of the country. The Chief’s talk highlighted the evolution of Military Strategic Vision and contemporary strategic thought over the years and the stellar role played by Indian Military Leaders. The Lecture culminated with closing remarks by the Vice Army Chief Lt Gen SK Singh and Vote of Thanks by DG Infantry. The commemorative event was attended by a large, number of serving and retired Chiefs of three services, other senior serving officers and Veterans.

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