A LETTER TO THE EDITOR THE TIMES OF INDIA
To: The Editor The Times of India New Delhi
Sir,
In, and the other of a jet fighter in a foreign country. The heading (page 11) given to the MiG crash pathetically announces: "FLYING COFFINS?". You have been frequently using this ominous description for the MiG aircraft of the IAF. However, the heading (page 21) given to the report on crash of the jet fighter in the foreign country majestically declares: "SPECTACULAR NOSEDIVE"!
What a sublime contrast in presenting two similar events in TOI under your stewardship! The heading used for the IAF MiG jet crash is neither humour nor a clever turn of the phrase nor indeed anything even remotely expressing sympathy or support for the Armed Forces personnel. What is it, then?
A friend here calls it a "cold, calculated affront--highly disgraceful on the part of the reporter who has filed this story and the supervisory(?) staff that has let it pass through." He further adds, somewhat poetically: "It is akin to 'jis thaali mein khaanaa usi mein shaid karnaa ' i.e. 'to p(r)ick holes in the very plate that feeds you."
Three cheers for The Times of India! What rich returns are "Freedom of the Press" bestowed on TOI getting for the readers, security forces and the countrymen! What all we must have done to deserve you, Sir? And, who are your bosses/ masters/ paymasters? We may have to take up with them sometimes.
Meanwhile, please desist from using this "FLYING COFFINS?" nomenclature for Indian Air Force planes in future. You also owe an apology immediately to the Armed Forces for the gross disrespect shown and indignity heaped on the Air Warriors of IAF and the weapons used by them for the defence of the country and its people including you and me.
Warm regards,
Sincerely,
Wing Commander SC Kapoor (retd)
Member Indian Ex Servicemen Movement
Friday, July 30, 2010
Welfare of ESM: MoD statistics
Press Information Bureau Government of India Tuesday, July 27, 2010 Ministry of Defence
The number of ex-servicemen as on date in the country, statewise is as under:
The details of schemes being implemented for the welfare, rehabilitation and resettlement of ex-servicemen is as under:
Training
Ex-Servicemen are given training to prepare them for civilian life. Directorate General Resettlement is entrusted with the responsibility of preparing both-Ex-Servicmen and retiring service personnel for second carrier. Towards this end Officers and PBORs are given resettlement training at IIMs and various other institutes across the country.
Self Employment
The following self-employment schemes are operated for the welfare of officers and PBORs Ex-Servicemen:
Security agencies.
Allotment of surplus army vehicles.
Coal Transportation Scheme.
Allotment of oil product agencies.
Coal Tipper scheme.
Allotment of BPCL GHAR outlets.
Mother Dairy Milk and Fruits and Vegetables shops.
Management of CNG station by ESM officers in NCR.
Management of Toll Plaza under NHAI.
Financial Assistance
Treatment of serious ailments
Supply of modified scooters for ESM paraplegics
Tools kits for ESM technician
Financial assistance for needy ESM for house repair, daughters marriage, children education etc.
Prime Minister’s Merit Scholarship Scheme
4000 scholarships are awarded every year to the wards of ex-servicemen to pursue technical and professional course.
Funds for maintenance of paraplegic rehabilitation centres, Cheshire home and St. Dustan aftercare organisation and war memorial hostels.
Besides the above the following benefits are also available to Ex-servicemen:
Tuition fee exemption for wards of war widows/war disable ex-Servicemen.
Allotment of medical / BDS seats to wards of defence personnel
Reservation in State Government jobs and in professional colleges for wards of ESM/widows.
Reservation in allotment of house sites/flats.
Cash incentives for winners of gallantry awards.
Exgratia grant to war widows.
Concession in fare for rail and air to recipients of gallantry awards, permanently disabled officers and war widows.
Legal assistance and exemption of court fee
10 to 24.5 % reservation in Group C and D posts in Central and State Government, PSUs, nationalized banks and paramilitary forces.
Medical Facility
Along with the above benefit 100 % medical coverage is provided to ex-servicemen pensioners through Ex-Service Contributory health Scheme (ECHS), who are members of the scheme.
State-wise details of beneficiaries/expenditure are not maintained, however during the last three years 4326 officers, 83079 PBORs and 2998 Ex-Servicemen were trained for resettlement. In addition 1,17,779 Ex-Servicemen were provided employment during this period through Directorate General Resettlement. The expenditure for resettlement and welfare during the last three years is Rs. 100.18 crores. Moreover, Rs. 2009.77 crores was spent on medical treatment of Ex-Servicemen and their dependents.
The amount for rehabilitation of Ex-Servicemen is based on the yearly requirement as projected by the implementing agencies. Ex-Servicemen are getting appropriate placements.
This information was given by Defence Minister Shri AK Antony in a written reply to Shri Harishchandra Chavan in Lok Sabha today. DM / RAJ
Comments and Observations
May I thank Cdr Arun Saigal for the information as it will be quite useful for ESM? Without in any way casting aspersions on his good intention and effort, my (surely of most of you all), experience is that most of the government schemes and promises remain on paper and are never implemented, statistics are old and not authenticated.
I quote my personal experience. I lodged a complaint with the Chief Minister of Maharashtra only last year through an email (according to a scheme announced by him that any person can approach him directly through an email for any deficiency in the service provided by his govt. This mail has never been acknowledged till date, let alone redressing my grievance. The reason, as later revealed by the newspapers, is that all the computers with the various departments in Mantralaya are gathering dust and never used by the personnel- these include the Secretary level persons too.
As all will agree, that such schemes are announced for publicity purposes (votes) and to mislead the general public. We have evidenced this regarding OROP announced by no less a person than the President of India in the Parliament. And we can do nothing about such shameless acts.
Never believe our governments.
Regards,
Shashank Bendre
Wg Cdr (Retd)
Dear Friends,
Please refer to mail by Veteran Arun Saigal.
These figures are grossly incorrect as these pertain to only those ESM who have Registered themselves with the Deptt of Defence (Sainik) WElfare of respective states and UTs. The list shows that Chandigarh has only 375 ESM, whereas it has five dedicated Defence Sectors (32 to 36), in addition to large numbers staying in other sectors. The DSOI and Air Force Institutes at Chandigarh have membership running in to thousands. Chandigarh alone has about twenty thousand Veterans but only a minuscule numbers have chosen to 'Register' themselves which are shown in the list.
The same is true of other states/ UTs . These are ''Official'' figures and NOT actual figures. The Actual figures are many times more.
With Warm Regards,
Yours' Sincerely,
Brig Harwant Singh (Retd)
NB– Partly the ESM are to be blamed for the error in figures because they do not register with the Sainik Boards. There may be many ESM in Chandigarh receiving this email who have not registered themselves with Sainik Board. Partly the MoD and Service HQs are to be blamed who do not keep a record of the retired personnel and those expired. -Chander Kamboj
The number of ex-servicemen as on date in the country, statewise is as under:
The details of schemes being implemented for the welfare, rehabilitation and resettlement of ex-servicemen is as under:Training
Ex-Servicemen are given training to prepare them for civilian life. Directorate General Resettlement is entrusted with the responsibility of preparing both-Ex-Servicmen and retiring service personnel for second carrier. Towards this end Officers and PBORs are given resettlement training at IIMs and various other institutes across the country.
Self Employment
The following self-employment schemes are operated for the welfare of officers and PBORs Ex-Servicemen:
Financial Assistance
Prime Minister’s Merit Scholarship Scheme
4000 scholarships are awarded every year to the wards of ex-servicemen to pursue technical and professional course.
Funds for maintenance of paraplegic rehabilitation centres, Cheshire home and St. Dustan aftercare organisation and war memorial hostels.
Besides the above the following benefits are also available to Ex-servicemen:
Medical Facility
Along with the above benefit 100 % medical coverage is provided to ex-servicemen pensioners through Ex-Service Contributory health Scheme (ECHS), who are members of the scheme.
State-wise details of beneficiaries/expenditure are not maintained, however during the last three years 4326 officers, 83079 PBORs and 2998 Ex-Servicemen were trained for resettlement. In addition 1,17,779 Ex-Servicemen were provided employment during this period through Directorate General Resettlement. The expenditure for resettlement and welfare during the last three years is Rs. 100.18 crores. Moreover, Rs. 2009.77 crores was spent on medical treatment of Ex-Servicemen and their dependents.
The amount for rehabilitation of Ex-Servicemen is based on the yearly requirement as projected by the implementing agencies. Ex-Servicemen are getting appropriate placements.
This information was given by Defence Minister Shri AK Antony in a written reply to Shri Harishchandra Chavan in Lok Sabha today. DM / RAJ
Comments and Observations
May I thank Cdr Arun Saigal for the information as it will be quite useful for ESM? Without in any way casting aspersions on his good intention and effort, my (surely of most of you all), experience is that most of the government schemes and promises remain on paper and are never implemented, statistics are old and not authenticated.
I quote my personal experience. I lodged a complaint with the Chief Minister of Maharashtra only last year through an email (according to a scheme announced by him that any person can approach him directly through an email for any deficiency in the service provided by his govt. This mail has never been acknowledged till date, let alone redressing my grievance. The reason, as later revealed by the newspapers, is that all the computers with the various departments in Mantralaya are gathering dust and never used by the personnel- these include the Secretary level persons too.
As all will agree, that such schemes are announced for publicity purposes (votes) and to mislead the general public. We have evidenced this regarding OROP announced by no less a person than the President of India in the Parliament. And we can do nothing about such shameless acts.
Never believe our governments.
Regards,
Shashank Bendre
Wg Cdr (Retd)
Dear Friends,
Please refer to mail by Veteran Arun Saigal.
These figures are grossly incorrect as these pertain to only those ESM who have Registered themselves with the Deptt of Defence (Sainik) WElfare of respective states and UTs. The list shows that Chandigarh has only 375 ESM, whereas it has five dedicated Defence Sectors (32 to 36), in addition to large numbers staying in other sectors. The DSOI and Air Force Institutes at Chandigarh have membership running in to thousands. Chandigarh alone has about twenty thousand Veterans but only a minuscule numbers have chosen to 'Register' themselves which are shown in the list.
The same is true of other states/ UTs . These are ''Official'' figures and NOT actual figures. The Actual figures are many times more.
With Warm Regards,
Yours' Sincerely,
Brig Harwant Singh (Retd)
NB– Partly the ESM are to be blamed for the error in figures because they do not register with the Sainik Boards. There may be many ESM in Chandigarh receiving this email who have not registered themselves with Sainik Board. Partly the MoD and Service HQs are to be blamed who do not keep a record of the retired personnel and those expired. -Chander Kamboj
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Kargil Diwas Bangalore 25 July 2010
The Veterans of Bangalore thank and express their gratitude to the following for all their help, assistance and un-stinted support to the Indian Ex-Servicemen Movement (IESM) in successfully organizing Kargil Diwas at the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka (National Military Memorial) at Bangalore on Sunday, 25 July 2010:
Shri BS Yeddyurappa, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka.
Dr VS Acharya, Hon’ble Minister for Home, Karnataka.
Shri Ananth Kumar, Hon’ble Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha).
Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Hon’ble Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha).
Capt Ganesh Karnik, Hon’ble Member of the Legislative Council and Deputy Chairman NRI Forum, Karnataka; and Chief Patron of IESM Karnataka.
Wives of Decorated Soldiers killed in Action.
Mrs Subhasini Vasanth, wife of late Col Vasanth, Ashok Chakra.
Mrs Thomas, wife of late Col JJ Thomas, Ashok Chakra.
Chairman Bangalore Development Authority (BDA), Bangalore.
Director Horticulture, Bangalore.
Shri Sanjay Prabhu, Director & COO, India Radio Ventures Pvt Ltd, Bangalore.
Shri V Anand, Principal, Public Affairs, Office of Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Hon’ble Member of Parliament.
Shri Trigam Mukherjee, Media Co-ordinator, Office of Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Hon’ble Member of Parliament.
Shri NR Suresh, ABIDe, Bangalore.
Shri Rohit J Nair, Executive Director, Global Group and Chairman, Bangalore Patriots Society, Bangalore.
Air Mshl VR Iyer, PVSM, AVSM, ADC, AOC-in-C Trg Comd (IAF), Bangalore.
Lt Gen Kamal Mohey, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, Comdt ASC College & Centre, Bangalore.
Brig AK Pradhan, SM, Cdr Karnataka & Kerala Sub-Area, Bagalore.
Brig Gurdip Singh, SM, VSM, Comdt MEG & Centre, Bangalore.
Brig AK Singh, Comdt Corps of Military Police (CMP) Centre, Bangalore.
Brig Arvind Katoch, VSM, Comdt ASC Centre (South), Bangalore.
Brig YVR Vijay, VSM, Comdt 515 Army Base Workshop, EME, Bangalore.
Col Vineet Seth, Comdt, Para Regimental Training Centre (PRTC), Bangalore.
Col Jasbir Singh, Comdt, Pioneer Corps Training Centre (PCTC), Bangalore.
Capt (IN) NB Nair, Director Naval Project (ALH) and Station Cdr Navy.
Admiral OS Dawson, PVSM, AVSM - former Chief of Naval Staff.
Lt Gen NSI Narahari, PVSM - former Comdt, College of Combat, Mhow.
Air Mshl DG King Lee, PVSM, AVSM - former AOC-in-C.
Air Mshl Keith Lewis, PVSM, AVSM, VM- former Inspector General of Air Force.
Maj Gen MC Nanjappa, AVSM**, YSM.
Rear Adml BR Vasanth, VSM
AVM N Thusu, AVSM, VM.
AVM S Kasinath, VSM.
Brig JS Narasimhan, AVSM.
Commodore Sam Daniel.
Brig MS Parthasarathy, The Bengal Sappers, for the excellent Photo Album.
Col CM Uthiah, Director, Sainik Welfare Dept. Karnataka.
Brig B Chandrashekar, Director Southern Region, Flags of Honour Foundation, Bangalore.
Lt Col GV Sreedhar, Member, Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka Executive Committee, Bangalore.
Last but not the least, Air Cmde MK Chandrasekhar, Trustee, Flags of Honour Foundation, Bangalore and the Grand Patron of IESM, Karnataka. Air Cmde MK Chandrasekhar was the driving force behind the Kargil Diwas and it was his meticulous planning, enthusiasm & zeal which resulted in the Grand success of Kargil Diwas at Bangalore. Three Cheers & salute to Air Cmde MK Chandrasekhar.
2. Sunday, 25 July 2010 was a memorable day as it witnessed a heart warming 1000 strong gathering assembled at the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka, Bangalore, to pay their Homage to the Martyrs. The whole place was elegantly & colorfully decorated with flowers & flower pots to suit the solemn occasion. The gathering comprised:
(a) 250 Officers, JCOs & OR from the MEG & Centre, Bangalore.
(b) 150 Officers, JCOs & OR from the ASC Centre, Bangalore.
(c) 150 Officers, JCOs & OR from the CMP Centre, Bangalore.
(d) 100 Officers, JCOs & OR from the Pioneer Corps Centre, Bangalore.
(e) 100 Officers, JCOs & OR from the Parachute Regiment Trg Centre, Bangalore.
(f) 50 Officers, JCOs & OR from 515 Army Base Wksp, EME, Bangalore.
(g) 25 Officers & Seamen of the Navy from Naval Project, Bangalore.
(h) 250 Gaurav Senani (Veterans) comprising Officers, JCOs, NCOs & Sepoys, proudly wearing on their chests, their medals of gallantry and distinguished & meritorious service.
3. At 9.30 AM on Sunday, 25 July 2010, Shri Ananth Kumar, Hon’ble MP (Lok Sabha), Shri Rajeev Chandrasekar,Hon’ble MP (Rajya Sabha), Capt Ganesh Karnik, Hon’ble MLC and Shri Chi Na Ramu, Chairman, Reservation Research Committee, paid homage to the brave Soldiers, Sailors & Airmen who had laid down their lives in defence of the Motherland, by laying a wreath at the base of the Statue of the Unknown soldier. As they stood up and saluted, the Buglers from the CMP sounded the last post; and, the entire gathering responded by standing at ‘attention’ and saluting the Statue of the Unknown Soldier. It was a solemn moment and a poignant scene.
4. The commemoration ceremony was followed by a meeting and the following dignitaries spoke:
(a) Air Cmde MK Chandrasekhar. He on behalf of all Veterans thanked and expressed his gratitude to Shri BS Yeddyurappa, the Hon’ble Chief Minister and to the Govt. of Karnataka for undertaking the construction of the prestigious Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka (National Military Memorial) at a prime location; and said that the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka when completed would be a cynosure and a precursor for more such Military Memorials to come up in other States, all over the Country.
(b) Shri Ananth Kumar, Hon’ble MP (Lok Sabha). He said that the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka at Bangalore, would be a fitting tribute to the sacrifices of Soldiers, Sailors & Airmen who had laid down their lives in Defence of the Motherland; and said that the area of National Military Memorial Park would be greener than Cubbon Park or the Lal Bagh. He said that the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka would be inaugurated on 16 Dec 2010; and if not, then on 26 Jan 2011.
(c) Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Hon’ble MP ( Rajya Sabha). He too, thanked the Hon’ble Chief Minister and the Govt. of Karnataka for undertaking the construction of the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka; and thus sending out a clear message that the sacrifices of Soldiers, Sailors & Airmen shall not go in vain; and that their memory shall be preserved for posterity.
(d) Shri Rohit J Nair, Chairman, Bangalore Patriots Society. He said that the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka, when completed, would be a pilgrimage centre to people from all walks of life; and would instill a spirit of sacrifice in our young men & women; and would greatly motivate the Youth in taking pride in the Army, Navy & Air Force and in joining them.
(e) Mrs Subhasini Vasanth, w/o late Col Vasanth, Ashok Chakra. She said that she was indeed touched & moved to see such a large number of serving soldiers and Ex-Servicemen paying Homage to the Martyrs; and the sentiments expressed by other dignitaries.
(f) Veterans, Admiral OS Dawson, PVSM, AVSM, former Chief of Naval Staff, Air Marshal DG King Lee, PVSM, AVSM and Lt Gen NSI Narahari, PVSM also spoke on the occasion and thanked the Hon’ble Chief Minister and the Govt of Karnataka for their laudable effort in constructing the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka at Bangalore, in memory of the brave soldiers.
5. In conclusion, the 1000 strong gathering was hosted ‘High Tea’, kind courtesy, Flags of Honour Foundation; and thus the proceedings of the morning came to an end.
Kargil Diwas musical nite RSI Bangalore
6. Kind courtesy, Brig AK Pradhan, SM, Commander Karnataka & Kerala Sub-Area, Officers & their families were treated to a solemn musical at RSI in the evening of Sunday, 25 July 2010. Miss Superrna Sankaran, (grand daughter of IC-3800 Col GS Viswanath, The Bombay Sappers), won the hearts of all present by singing in her melodious voice; especially Vande Maataram and Mere Vatan ke logo. The curtains came down with the singing of Jana Gana Mana
Col Rajan
IESM Convenor, Karnataka
Photo slideshow
Letters from IESM members
Dear Col Rajan Dai,
We need many in this country like Col S S Rajan Dai for doing such an excellent conduct of A to Z activities of any event at any time 'cos presently it appears that there is only one and only one Col S S Rajan Dai, my course mate, bosom friend and room mate who is so meticulous, dedicated organiser, inspiring administrator and motivator. He has earned full respect not only from entire dignitaries of State Govt , Defence units and all ESM but also from ESM all over India & abroad by working day and night for up keeping the name of the organisation for taking care of all welfare measures of ESM. keep it up Dai. We all are indeed proud of you.
Lt Col B M Thapa, Veteran
General Secretary, Dehradun Ex-Services League
Member of IESM
My dear Col Rajan,
Heartiest Congratulations for precise co-ordination of the solemn Kargil Diwas function, at Bangalore. It was a good show. Our Warm Felicitations to the Organisers, Flags Of Honour Foundation and K & K Sub Area, as well.
With regards,
Col Nitteguthu Sharath Bhandary
Dear Col Rajan,
Your efforts have generated positive support from the Karnataka Government for the causes of ESM. A synergic boost indeed for the IESM!!
Best wishes for all your endeavours.
Warm regards.
Col Sushil Chilimbi
2. Sunday, 25 July 2010 was a memorable day as it witnessed a heart warming 1000 strong gathering assembled at the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka, Bangalore, to pay their Homage to the Martyrs. The whole place was elegantly & colorfully decorated with flowers & flower pots to suit the solemn occasion. The gathering comprised:
(a) 250 Officers, JCOs & OR from the MEG & Centre, Bangalore.
(b) 150 Officers, JCOs & OR from the ASC Centre, Bangalore.
(c) 150 Officers, JCOs & OR from the CMP Centre, Bangalore.
(d) 100 Officers, JCOs & OR from the Pioneer Corps Centre, Bangalore.
(e) 100 Officers, JCOs & OR from the Parachute Regiment Trg Centre, Bangalore.
(f) 50 Officers, JCOs & OR from 515 Army Base Wksp, EME, Bangalore.
(g) 25 Officers & Seamen of the Navy from Naval Project, Bangalore.
(h) 250 Gaurav Senani (Veterans) comprising Officers, JCOs, NCOs & Sepoys, proudly wearing on their chests, their medals of gallantry and distinguished & meritorious service.
3. At 9.30 AM on Sunday, 25 July 2010, Shri Ananth Kumar, Hon’ble MP (Lok Sabha), Shri Rajeev Chandrasekar,Hon’ble MP (Rajya Sabha), Capt Ganesh Karnik, Hon’ble MLC and Shri Chi Na Ramu, Chairman, Reservation Research Committee, paid homage to the brave Soldiers, Sailors & Airmen who had laid down their lives in defence of the Motherland, by laying a wreath at the base of the Statue of the Unknown soldier. As they stood up and saluted, the Buglers from the CMP sounded the last post; and, the entire gathering responded by standing at ‘attention’ and saluting the Statue of the Unknown Soldier. It was a solemn moment and a poignant scene.
4. The commemoration ceremony was followed by a meeting and the following dignitaries spoke:
(a) Air Cmde MK Chandrasekhar. He on behalf of all Veterans thanked and expressed his gratitude to Shri BS Yeddyurappa, the Hon’ble Chief Minister and to the Govt. of Karnataka for undertaking the construction of the prestigious Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka (National Military Memorial) at a prime location; and said that the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka when completed would be a cynosure and a precursor for more such Military Memorials to come up in other States, all over the Country.
(b) Shri Ananth Kumar, Hon’ble MP (Lok Sabha). He said that the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka at Bangalore, would be a fitting tribute to the sacrifices of Soldiers, Sailors & Airmen who had laid down their lives in Defence of the Motherland; and said that the area of National Military Memorial Park would be greener than Cubbon Park or the Lal Bagh. He said that the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka would be inaugurated on 16 Dec 2010; and if not, then on 26 Jan 2011.
(c) Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Hon’ble MP ( Rajya Sabha). He too, thanked the Hon’ble Chief Minister and the Govt. of Karnataka for undertaking the construction of the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka; and thus sending out a clear message that the sacrifices of Soldiers, Sailors & Airmen shall not go in vain; and that their memory shall be preserved for posterity.
(d) Shri Rohit J Nair, Chairman, Bangalore Patriots Society. He said that the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka, when completed, would be a pilgrimage centre to people from all walks of life; and would instill a spirit of sacrifice in our young men & women; and would greatly motivate the Youth in taking pride in the Army, Navy & Air Force and in joining them.
(e) Mrs Subhasini Vasanth, w/o late Col Vasanth, Ashok Chakra. She said that she was indeed touched & moved to see such a large number of serving soldiers and Ex-Servicemen paying Homage to the Martyrs; and the sentiments expressed by other dignitaries.
(f) Veterans, Admiral OS Dawson, PVSM, AVSM, former Chief of Naval Staff, Air Marshal DG King Lee, PVSM, AVSM and Lt Gen NSI Narahari, PVSM also spoke on the occasion and thanked the Hon’ble Chief Minister and the Govt of Karnataka for their laudable effort in constructing the Rashtriya Sainika Smaraka at Bangalore, in memory of the brave soldiers.
5. In conclusion, the 1000 strong gathering was hosted ‘High Tea’, kind courtesy, Flags of Honour Foundation; and thus the proceedings of the morning came to an end.
Kargil Diwas musical nite RSI Bangalore
6. Kind courtesy, Brig AK Pradhan, SM, Commander Karnataka & Kerala Sub-Area, Officers & their families were treated to a solemn musical at RSI in the evening of Sunday, 25 July 2010. Miss Superrna Sankaran, (grand daughter of IC-3800 Col GS Viswanath, The Bombay Sappers), won the hearts of all present by singing in her melodious voice; especially Vande Maataram and Mere Vatan ke logo. The curtains came down with the singing of Jana Gana Mana
Col Rajan
IESM Convenor, Karnataka
Photo slideshow
Letters from IESM members
Dear Col Rajan Dai,
We need many in this country like Col S S Rajan Dai for doing such an excellent conduct of A to Z activities of any event at any time 'cos presently it appears that there is only one and only one Col S S Rajan Dai, my course mate, bosom friend and room mate who is so meticulous, dedicated organiser, inspiring administrator and motivator. He has earned full respect not only from entire dignitaries of State Govt , Defence units and all ESM but also from ESM all over India & abroad by working day and night for up keeping the name of the organisation for taking care of all welfare measures of ESM. keep it up Dai. We all are indeed proud of you.
Lt Col B M Thapa, Veteran
General Secretary, Dehradun Ex-Services League
Member of IESM
My dear Col Rajan,
Heartiest Congratulations for precise co-ordination of the solemn Kargil Diwas function, at Bangalore. It was a good show. Our Warm Felicitations to the Organisers, Flags Of Honour Foundation and K & K Sub Area, as well.
With regards,
Col Nitteguthu Sharath Bhandary
Dear Col Rajan,
Your efforts have generated positive support from the Karnataka Government for the causes of ESM. A synergic boost indeed for the IESM!!
Best wishes for all your endeavours.
Warm regards.
Col Sushil Chilimbi
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