Lieutenant General Rajiv Kumar Sahni, an esteemed officer with accolades including the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and Vishisht Seva Medal, recently conducted an important visit to the Spear Corps. As the Director General of the Corps of Electrical and Mechanical Engineers and Colonel Commandant, his visit aimed to interact with troops and evaluate their operational and technical readiness.
During this significant engagement, Lt Gen Sahni took the opportunity to commend the soldiers for their unwavering professionalism and technical expertise. He specifically highlighted the mission-oriented maintenance support provided by the engineers, which plays an essential role in ensuring operational efficiency, especially in forward deployments. His appreciation underscored the critical contributions of EME units to sustaining operational effectiveness in challenging conditions.
In addition to troop interactions, Lt Gen Sahni reviewed the ongoing efforts in indigenous drone development and fabrication at the Corps’ Drone Excellence Centre. He praised the team for their strides toward fostering self-reliance through innovation, a move that aligns seamlessly with the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. This commitment to indigenisation not only aids in advancing India’s operational capabilities but also positions the country favorably in the realm of modern battlefield technology.
The visit exemplified the proactive approach taken by the EME in not only bolstering the technical readiness of troops but also in adapting to the rapidly evolving demands of defense technology. The emphasis on indigenous development signifies a forward-thinking strategy that aims to strengthen India’s military capabilities and overall readiness on the modern battlefield.
