India: Defence Minister's Praise As Army Chief General MM Naravane Retires

NEW DELHI, 01 May 2022, (TON): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met the outgoing Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane on the last day of his service and said “his contributions of serving the nation for 42 years as a military leader have strengthened India's defence capabilities and preparedness.”

Earlier today, General MM Naravane received a guard of honour at the South Block lawns prior to relinquishing as Chief of the Army Staff.

General Manoj Pande on Saturday took over as the new Chief of Army Staff from General Naravane.

Taking to Twitter, Rajnath Singh said “had a wonderful meeting with the Army Chief, General MM Naravane who is going to retire today after serving the nation for 42 years.”

He said “his contributions as a military leader have strengthened India's defence capabilities & preparedness. I wish him success in his future endeavours."

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