Shri Shashi Prakash Goyal, the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh, and Shri Rajeev Krishna, the Director General of Police for the state, recently visited the Smritika War Memorial and the Headquarters Surya Command. This visit highlighted the fundamental partnership between the military and civil authorities, emphasizing their shared commitment to national security, governance, and regional collaboration.
During their stay, the Chief Secretary and the DGP engaged in meaningful discussions with Lt Gen Navin Sachdeva, the Chief of Staff at Headquarters Central Command, along with other senior military officers. Their interaction underlined the critical need for close cooperation between the Armed Forces and civil administration to facilitate seamless coordination across various domains, including security, governance, and humanitarian efforts.
At the Smritika War Memorial, the focus was on an upcoming joint project for a Light and Sound Show, aimed at fostering public engagement while honoring the sacrifices and legacy of the country’s heroes. This initiative is designed to enhance public awareness of military history, fostering a deeper connection between citizens and the Armed Forces.
Further discussions at Headquarters Surya Command revolved around essential areas of collaboration between the military and civil agencies, such as disaster response, infrastructure development, veteran welfare, and capacity-building initiatives. The meetings underscored the vital need for a cohesive and integrated approach to tackle emerging challenges, improve operational readiness, and strengthen institutional synergy.
The overall visit reaffirmed the collective determination of military and civil leadership to collaborate closely, ensuring effective coordination in support of national objectives as well as the shared well-being of society.
