Lt. General Dhiraj Seth with Lt. Governor K. Kailashnathan.
Lt General Dhiraj Seth, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command of Indian Army held discussions with Lt. Governor K. Kailashnathan on Saturday, August 16, and with the Auroville Foundation on Sunday on deepening Civil-Defence cooperation.
A press note from the Defence Wing said that during the meeting at the Raj Nivas, the Lt. Governor and the Army Commander held wide-range discussions on strengthening Civil–Defence cooperation. The deliberations focused on enhancing preparedness and coordination for Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations, given the Southern Command’s pivotal role in providing timely assistance during natural calamities across the southern states and island territories.
The interaction also covered measures aimed at the empowerment and welfare of veterans, acknowledging their invaluable contribution to the nation.
According to the press note, the Indian Army is contributing to disaster response, relief operations, and initiatives that strengthen the fabric of nation building.
On Sunday, Lt. Gen. Seth held talks with Jayanti S. Ravi, Secretary of the Auroville Foundation and Additional Chief Secretary of Gujarat, and other Auroville representatives, on strengthening collaboration between India’s defence establishment and Auroville’s educational initiatives.
Lt General Dhiraj Seth, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command of Indian Army discussed deepening Civil-Defence synergy with Auroville Foundation Secretary Jayanti S. Ravi on Sunday
| Photo Credit:
Special Arrangement
The discussions centered around initiating a comprehensive collaboration programme between Auroville and the Indian Army, featuring innovative modules to benefit the youth of Auroville and its bioregion. These include physical training programmes designed to prepare young people for opportunities in the Indian Armed Forces and enhanced NSS (National Service Scheme) initiatives for children and youth in the Auroville community.
Published – August 17, 2025 11:22 pm IST
