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Year End Review 2020- Ministry of Defence{2/2}
◆Women’s participation has been increasing over the years and the Government is further enhancing their role on priority.
◆Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Women Officers granted permanent commission in all ten streams of Indian Army.
◆Four women officers have been appointed onboard Indian Navy ships. Captain Tania Sher Gill, led an all-men contingent in Republic Day Parade 2020.
◆Border Roads Organisation continued with works of strategic importance like
Construction of Major Bridges, Roads, Tunnels and Snow Clearance for opening of Strategic Mountain Passes braving Covid-19 threat.
◆World’s longest Highway tunnel – Atal Tunnel built by BRO dedicated to the nation by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 3rd October 2020.
◆80-kilometre-longRoad link from Dharchula (Uttarakhand) to Lipulekh (China Border) inaugurated on 20th May 2020.
◆44 Bridges of strategic importance in sensitive areas close to Western, Northern and North Eastern Borders, across seven States and UTs opened on 12 October.
◆The 11th edition of India's biennial military exhibition, DefExpo was held in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, which showcased the potential of the country as a global defence manufacturing hub. More than 1,000 defence manufacturers and 150 companies from all over the world took part in this Expo.
◆Armed Forces played pivotal role in mitigating the sufferings of the people in the face of novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Right from rescuing stranded Indians from COVID-19 affected areas, such as China, Iran, Italy, Malaysia, etc, to providing relief materials to all across the country,
◆Armed Forces have put in place all its medical and manpower resources. Hospitals of the Armed Forces and medical facilities have been dedicated to treat COVID-19 patients and some of its bases were turned into quarantine centres.
◆Besides the all-out efforts of Armed Forces, its various organisations and arms like Armed Forces Medical Services, DRDO, Defence Public Sector Undertakings, Ordnance Factory Board, Indian Coast Guard, Cantonment Boards, National Cadet Corps contributed in their own ways to fight this pandemic.
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Year End Review 2020- Ministry of Defence{2/2}
◆Women’s participation has been increasing over the years and the Government is further enhancing their role on priority.
◆Short Service Commissioned (SSC) Women Officers granted permanent commission in all ten streams of Indian Army.
◆Four women officers have been appointed onboard Indian Navy ships. Captain Tania Sher Gill, led an all-men contingent in Republic Day Parade 2020.
◆Border Roads Organisation continued with works of strategic importance like
Construction of Major Bridges, Roads, Tunnels and Snow Clearance for opening of Strategic Mountain Passes braving Covid-19 threat.
◆World’s longest Highway tunnel – Atal Tunnel built by BRO dedicated to the nation by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 3rd October 2020.
◆80-kilometre-longRoad link from Dharchula (Uttarakhand) to Lipulekh (China Border) inaugurated on 20th May 2020.
◆44 Bridges of strategic importance in sensitive areas close to Western, Northern and North Eastern Borders, across seven States and UTs opened on 12 October.
◆The 11th edition of India's biennial military exhibition, DefExpo was held in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, which showcased the potential of the country as a global defence manufacturing hub. More than 1,000 defence manufacturers and 150 companies from all over the world took part in this Expo.
◆Armed Forces played pivotal role in mitigating the sufferings of the people in the face of novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Right from rescuing stranded Indians from COVID-19 affected areas, such as China, Iran, Italy, Malaysia, etc, to providing relief materials to all across the country,
◆Armed Forces have put in place all its medical and manpower resources. Hospitals of the Armed Forces and medical facilities have been dedicated to treat COVID-19 patients and some of its bases were turned into quarantine centres.
◆Besides the all-out efforts of Armed Forces, its various organisations and arms like Armed Forces Medical Services, DRDO, Defence Public Sector Undertakings, Ordnance Factory Board, Indian Coast Guard, Cantonment Boards, National Cadet Corps contributed in their own ways to fight this pandemic.
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⚔️INDIAN ARMY IN 2020⚔️ {1/3}
Countering Adversaries on LC and LAC
1.Indian Army has resolutely countered adversaries on the Line of Control (LC) and the Line of Actual Control (LAC), carried out relentless Counter Insurgency (CI)/ Counter Terrorist (CT) operations and maintained high training standards while being at the forefront combating the COVID-19 pandemic during the year.
●There has been no let-up in operational readiness along the LC, LAC, hinterland and the security of military establishments.
●Indian Army has not just ensured force preservation but has also ensured that operational readiness remains unaffected in order to safeguard the borders of the Nation.
2.Unilateral and provocative actions by the Chinese to change the status quo by force, in more than one area on the Line of Actual Control (LAC), were responded to in a firm and non-escalatory way, ensuring the sanctity of our claims in Eastern Ladakh.
●Indian Army has maintained all protocols and Agreements between the two countries while the PLA escalated the situation by utilisation of unorthodox weapons and amassing large number of troops. Indian Army with assistance from IAF, mobilised troops including accretionary forces in a very short duration including heavy equipment like guns, tanks as also ammunition, rations and clothing.
●Own Engineers constructed roads, accommodation shelters and bridges to assist troop deployment. In a major skirmish in Galwan, 20 brave Indian soldiers lost their lives while preventing PLA troops from ingressing into our territory.
●The Chinese also suffered significant casualties. Later on 28-29 August 2020, own troops in a precautionary deployment, pre-empted Chinese expansionist designs and occupied heights along southern bank of Pangong Tso. Braving inclement weather, own troops continue to be deployed on these heights.
●Advance Winter Stocking (AWS) and winter preparations for the enhanced strength has been completed and troops are well entrenched to counter any misadventure by Chinese forces. While the Indian Army is prepared for any eventuality, talks are also progressing to resolve the issue in an amicable manner.
3.With the ‘Whole of Government’ approach adopted against the terror ecosystem and the consistent efforts of the security forces, the security situation in Jammu & Kashmir has seen progressive improvement.
●On one hand, high level of alertness by troops along the Line of Control (LC) blunted Pakistan’s endeavours to infiltrate terrorists into the Valley, at the same time, high tempo of kinetic operations in the hinterland ensured denial of operational space to terrorist organisations.
●Ceasefire Violations committed by Pakistan Army were given a befitting reply by own troops causing significant casualties to Pakistan Army. Counter infiltration grid was strengthened resulting in neutralisation of a number of terrorists along the LC.
●A number of attempts to smuggle arms, ammunition and contraband were also foiled along the LC.
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⚔️INDIAN ARMY IN 2020⚔️ {1/3}
Countering Adversaries on LC and LAC
1.Indian Army has resolutely countered adversaries on the Line of Control (LC) and the Line of Actual Control (LAC), carried out relentless Counter Insurgency (CI)/ Counter Terrorist (CT) operations and maintained high training standards while being at the forefront combating the COVID-19 pandemic during the year.
●There has been no let-up in operational readiness along the LC, LAC, hinterland and the security of military establishments.
●Indian Army has not just ensured force preservation but has also ensured that operational readiness remains unaffected in order to safeguard the borders of the Nation.
2.Unilateral and provocative actions by the Chinese to change the status quo by force, in more than one area on the Line of Actual Control (LAC), were responded to in a firm and non-escalatory way, ensuring the sanctity of our claims in Eastern Ladakh.
●Indian Army has maintained all protocols and Agreements between the two countries while the PLA escalated the situation by utilisation of unorthodox weapons and amassing large number of troops. Indian Army with assistance from IAF, mobilised troops including accretionary forces in a very short duration including heavy equipment like guns, tanks as also ammunition, rations and clothing.
●Own Engineers constructed roads, accommodation shelters and bridges to assist troop deployment. In a major skirmish in Galwan, 20 brave Indian soldiers lost their lives while preventing PLA troops from ingressing into our territory.
●The Chinese also suffered significant casualties. Later on 28-29 August 2020, own troops in a precautionary deployment, pre-empted Chinese expansionist designs and occupied heights along southern bank of Pangong Tso. Braving inclement weather, own troops continue to be deployed on these heights.
●Advance Winter Stocking (AWS) and winter preparations for the enhanced strength has been completed and troops are well entrenched to counter any misadventure by Chinese forces. While the Indian Army is prepared for any eventuality, talks are also progressing to resolve the issue in an amicable manner.
3.With the ‘Whole of Government’ approach adopted against the terror ecosystem and the consistent efforts of the security forces, the security situation in Jammu & Kashmir has seen progressive improvement.
●On one hand, high level of alertness by troops along the Line of Control (LC) blunted Pakistan’s endeavours to infiltrate terrorists into the Valley, at the same time, high tempo of kinetic operations in the hinterland ensured denial of operational space to terrorist organisations.
●Ceasefire Violations committed by Pakistan Army were given a befitting reply by own troops causing significant casualties to Pakistan Army. Counter infiltration grid was strengthened resulting in neutralisation of a number of terrorists along the LC.
●A number of attempts to smuggle arms, ammunition and contraband were also foiled along the LC.
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⚔️INDIAN ARMY IN 2020⚔️{2/3}
4.Well synergised, intelligence-based operations have resulted in significant successes and have considerably degraded terrorist leadership and their capabilities in Jammu and Kashmir. Residual terrorist strength in the Valley now is below 200 and local recruitment is decreasing giving a serious blow to the nefarious designs of Pakistan to “indigenise” the movement and fuel unrest in the Valley.
◆Attempts to spread violence South of Pir Panjal Range have been comprehensively defeated by proactive operations. All possible steps are being taken to provide a secure environment to the Awaam of Jammu and Kashmir. Significant reduction has been observed in protests over past two years providing an opportunity to the Awaam to lead a peaceful life.
◆Attempts of inimical elements to mislead people by running disinformation campaigns were defeated by proactively monitoring the situation and engaging with the local population.
◆In the challenging times of global pandemic of COVID-19, the Indian Army rendered assistance not only to civil administration but directly to civil populace as well, by carrying out medical evacuations, provision of necessary supplies to needy and educating common people about nitty-gritties of COVID-19. The humane approach of the Army has been appreciated by one and all.
5.Internal security situation in North Eastern States has improved considerably with a large number of surrenders of insurgent cadres. ●Excellent understanding and coordination with Myanmar (OP SUNRISE) have made it difficult for Indian Insurgent Groups (IIGs) to set up camps there.
●The Army and other Security Forces have played a stellar role in reducing the violence levels and forcing insurgents to abjure the path of violence. These positive changes have enabled the Army to reduce its foot print in counter insurgency operations.
Assistance to Civil Administration
6.Facilitated a successful National response in the fight against COVID-19, by providing unprecedented assistance both in terms of men and material.
●A total of 113 hospitals were earmarked Nationwide for treatment of 12,000 patients from within the Army resources. 17 laboratories have been earmarked for carrying out the COVID testing across the Nation, to assist in COVID management.
●Additionally, quarantine facilities have been extended to approximately 4000 expats, who returned to the Country during lockdown.
7.COVID-19 provided the Indian Army an opportunity to help reach out to Friendly Foreign Countries also, wherein, help was not only extended in terms of specialist manpower and medicines but also COVID management techniques.
8.The Army actively assisted the Civil Administration as part of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief operations including assistance during Kumbh Mela, employed specialist manpower in dowsing the oil well fire in Assam as also helped provide succor to persons affected by floods in Madhya Pradesh.
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⚔️INDIAN ARMY IN 2020⚔️{2/3}
4.Well synergised, intelligence-based operations have resulted in significant successes and have considerably degraded terrorist leadership and their capabilities in Jammu and Kashmir. Residual terrorist strength in the Valley now is below 200 and local recruitment is decreasing giving a serious blow to the nefarious designs of Pakistan to “indigenise” the movement and fuel unrest in the Valley.
◆Attempts to spread violence South of Pir Panjal Range have been comprehensively defeated by proactive operations. All possible steps are being taken to provide a secure environment to the Awaam of Jammu and Kashmir. Significant reduction has been observed in protests over past two years providing an opportunity to the Awaam to lead a peaceful life.
◆Attempts of inimical elements to mislead people by running disinformation campaigns were defeated by proactively monitoring the situation and engaging with the local population.
◆In the challenging times of global pandemic of COVID-19, the Indian Army rendered assistance not only to civil administration but directly to civil populace as well, by carrying out medical evacuations, provision of necessary supplies to needy and educating common people about nitty-gritties of COVID-19. The humane approach of the Army has been appreciated by one and all.
5.Internal security situation in North Eastern States has improved considerably with a large number of surrenders of insurgent cadres. ●Excellent understanding and coordination with Myanmar (OP SUNRISE) have made it difficult for Indian Insurgent Groups (IIGs) to set up camps there.
●The Army and other Security Forces have played a stellar role in reducing the violence levels and forcing insurgents to abjure the path of violence. These positive changes have enabled the Army to reduce its foot print in counter insurgency operations.
Assistance to Civil Administration
6.Facilitated a successful National response in the fight against COVID-19, by providing unprecedented assistance both in terms of men and material.
●A total of 113 hospitals were earmarked Nationwide for treatment of 12,000 patients from within the Army resources. 17 laboratories have been earmarked for carrying out the COVID testing across the Nation, to assist in COVID management.
●Additionally, quarantine facilities have been extended to approximately 4000 expats, who returned to the Country during lockdown.
7.COVID-19 provided the Indian Army an opportunity to help reach out to Friendly Foreign Countries also, wherein, help was not only extended in terms of specialist manpower and medicines but also COVID management techniques.
8.The Army actively assisted the Civil Administration as part of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief operations including assistance during Kumbh Mela, employed specialist manpower in dowsing the oil well fire in Assam as also helped provide succor to persons affected by floods in Madhya Pradesh.
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⚔️INDIAN ARMY IN 2020⚔️{3/3}
Defence Cooperation and Joint Exercises
9.Indian Army has been at the forefront of Defence Cooperation with foreign countries with concerted efforts in carrying out Joint Exercises, contributing towards UN missions, carrying out joint training as also ensuring International Cooperation by assisting other friendly countries with specific requirements.
Atmanirbhar Bharat
10.‘Make in India’ and Atmanirbhar Bharat has been given a major impetus during planning and procurement of equipment for Indian Army, wherein, there is an endeavour to support the emerging defence industry in the country.
Women in Indian Army
11.With an aim to provide equal opportunities the Indian Army has extended Permanent Commission to women officers also. Captain Tania Sher Gill, led an all-men contingent in Republic Day Parade 2020.
Veterans’ and Children Welfare
12.Veterans outreach was pursued with great vigour during 2020, with aim to alleviate problems of veterans during COVID-19 pandemic.Outreach entailed ensuring that ECHS facilities were easily accessible as also mobile phone application was launched for widespread access of relevant information.
●The ‘Year of Next of Kin’ was extended to 2020, with an aim to inform the veterans of entitled financial benefits and welfare schemes as also help resolve pension related problems. ●Outreach was well received and able to achieve desired aim of touching maximum target audience the assuaging grievances.
13.During COVID-19 pandemic, the Army Welfare Education Society has effectively transitioned to imparting online education to over 3 lakh children across the country.
●Necessary impetus and incentive was extended to ensure that all children were able to benefit from the virtual classroom.
Miscellaneous
14.Contingent of the Indian Army along with the other Services participated in the V-Day parade at Moscow’s Red Square on 24 Jun 2020, to commemorate the 75th Diamond Jubilee of the capitulation of Nazi Germany in the Second World War. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh witnessed the parade as a special invitee.
15. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh carried out Bhumi Pujan of Thal Sena Bhawan at Delhi Cantonment, on 21 Feb 2020. This ‘State of the Art’ building will be spread over 40 acres and is planned at a cost of 1335 Cr. The Bhawan will house the all five branches of the Army including 36 Directorates.
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⚔️INDIAN ARMY IN 2020⚔️{3/3}
Defence Cooperation and Joint Exercises
9.Indian Army has been at the forefront of Defence Cooperation with foreign countries with concerted efforts in carrying out Joint Exercises, contributing towards UN missions, carrying out joint training as also ensuring International Cooperation by assisting other friendly countries with specific requirements.
Atmanirbhar Bharat
10.‘Make in India’ and Atmanirbhar Bharat has been given a major impetus during planning and procurement of equipment for Indian Army, wherein, there is an endeavour to support the emerging defence industry in the country.
Women in Indian Army
11.With an aim to provide equal opportunities the Indian Army has extended Permanent Commission to women officers also. Captain Tania Sher Gill, led an all-men contingent in Republic Day Parade 2020.
Veterans’ and Children Welfare
12.Veterans outreach was pursued with great vigour during 2020, with aim to alleviate problems of veterans during COVID-19 pandemic.Outreach entailed ensuring that ECHS facilities were easily accessible as also mobile phone application was launched for widespread access of relevant information.
●The ‘Year of Next of Kin’ was extended to 2020, with an aim to inform the veterans of entitled financial benefits and welfare schemes as also help resolve pension related problems. ●Outreach was well received and able to achieve desired aim of touching maximum target audience the assuaging grievances.
13.During COVID-19 pandemic, the Army Welfare Education Society has effectively transitioned to imparting online education to over 3 lakh children across the country.
●Necessary impetus and incentive was extended to ensure that all children were able to benefit from the virtual classroom.
Miscellaneous
14.Contingent of the Indian Army along with the other Services participated in the V-Day parade at Moscow’s Red Square on 24 Jun 2020, to commemorate the 75th Diamond Jubilee of the capitulation of Nazi Germany in the Second World War. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh witnessed the parade as a special invitee.
15. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh carried out Bhumi Pujan of Thal Sena Bhawan at Delhi Cantonment, on 21 Feb 2020. This ‘State of the Art’ building will be spread over 40 acres and is planned at a cost of 1335 Cr. The Bhawan will house the all five branches of the Army including 36 Directorates.
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#TO_ALL_LADIES_GENTLEMAN
Do finish all these psych tests in the prescribed time and attempt all and share your attempts(numbers only) on the group.
Daily practice is easy but attempting the real test format with real timings is bit challenging and you have to attempt with positivity and determination.
And compilation of all SRTs and WATs which have been discussed on the group earlier on daily basis,takes plenty of time.So do some justice to your efforts as well as ours.
It's advised to every candidate to be truthful to themselves and do some serious self-analysis.
Jai Hind 🇮🇳
Do finish all these psych tests in the prescribed time and attempt all and share your attempts(numbers only) on the group.
Daily practice is easy but attempting the real test format with real timings is bit challenging and you have to attempt with positivity and determination.
And compilation of all SRTs and WATs which have been discussed on the group earlier on daily basis,takes plenty of time.So do some justice to your efforts as well as ours.
It's advised to every candidate to be truthful to themselves and do some serious self-analysis.
Jai Hind 🇮🇳
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#TO_ALL_LADIES_GENTLEMAN
“They said I could do anything, so I became a Soldier”
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#WAT_SET
1.Blessing:
2.Beggar:
3.Begin:
4.Blood:
5.Break:
6.Behave:
7.Books:
8.Bribe:
9.Beauty:
10.Barrier:
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1.Blessing:
2.Beggar:
3.Begin:
4.Blood:
5.Break:
6.Behave:
7.Books:
8.Bribe:
9.Beauty:
10.Barrier:
Healthy and constructive reviews are welcome.
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#SRT_SET
1. His marriage has been fixed but just one weak prior to the marriage the girl meets with an accident and losses her leg. He…..
2. He is going in a taxi to catch a train. The taxi moving ahead of him throw out a person and runs away. He…..
3. His final degree exams are starting tomorrow and he came to know that his aunt got heart attack. He…..
4. He was going for an interview, but the bus broke down on the way, He…..
5. His friend came to borrow the book, she was preparing from, for his exam next morning. He…..
6. While on the picnic one of the students suddenly fainted, He.....
7. While returning to home after watching cinema at mid night, he found two people quarreling on the way. He…..
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1. His marriage has been fixed but just one weak prior to the marriage the girl meets with an accident and losses her leg. He…..
2. He is going in a taxi to catch a train. The taxi moving ahead of him throw out a person and runs away. He…..
3. His final degree exams are starting tomorrow and he came to know that his aunt got heart attack. He…..
4. He was going for an interview, but the bus broke down on the way, He…..
5. His friend came to borrow the book, she was preparing from, for his exam next morning. He…..
6. While on the picnic one of the students suddenly fainted, He.....
7. While returning to home after watching cinema at mid night, he found two people quarreling on the way. He…..
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#DAILY_PRACTICE
#TAT_SET164
Important TAT image for all Entries.
Try to write within prescribed time i.e. 4 minutes.
Be honest with your preparation and attempt this image and write a desirable story.
(For better practice,Write the story on A4 paper within prescribed time.)
Healthy and constructive reviews are welcome.
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Important TAT image for all Entries.
Try to write within prescribed time i.e. 4 minutes.
Be honest with your preparation and attempt this image and write a desirable story.
(For better practice,Write the story on A4 paper within prescribed time.)
Healthy and constructive reviews are welcome.
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✈️ INDIAN AIR FORCE IN 2020✈️{1/6}
✔️Acquisition
1.Modernisation of Airfield Infrastructure (MAFI).On 08 May 20, MAFI Phase-II contract for 37 airfields was signed by the MoD with M/s Tata Power SED (TPSED) at a cost of Rs 1189.44 Cr. The up-gradation of navigational aids and infrastructure under this project enhances the operational capability by facilitating air operations of military and civil aircraft even in poor visibility and adverse weather while enhancing Aerospace Safety.
●The MAFI Phase-I project was completed on 15 Dec 19 which involved modernisation of 30 airfields of Indian Air Force. The 37 airfields of MAFI Phase-II include 24 of Indian Air Force (IAF), nine of Indian Navy (IN), and four of other services.
2.MAFI project is a turnkey project that includes installation and commissioning of modern airfield equipment like Cat-II Instrument Landing System (ILS) and Cat-II Air Field Lighting System (AFLS) etc.
●The modern equipment around the airfield is directly connected to Air Traffic Control (ATC), thereby providing excellent control of the airfield systems to the Air Traffic Controllers.
●The up-gradation of navigational aids and infrastructure under this project enhances the operational capability by facilitating air operations of military and civil aircraft even in poor visibility and adverse weather while enhancing Aerospace Safety.
3.Rafale-Eight Rafale aircraft have been ferried to India from France and are fully operationalised. First Sqn of Rafale was successfully inducted in Sep 20 with necessary assets and infrastructure.
4.Successful Integration of BrahMos Air Launched Missile on Su-30 MKI Aircraft.The IAF successfully integrated BrahMos air version missile, on Su-30 MKI aircraft.
●The BrahMos missile provides Indian Air Force a much desired capability to strike from large stand-off ranges on any target at sea or on land with pinpoint accuracy by day or night and in all weather conditions.
5.Other Procurement Cases
(a) Govt Approval of Fresh Acquisitions.Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) was accorded by Defence Council for procurement of potential indigenous platforms such as ASTRA BVR missile, Smart Anti Field Weapon (SAAW), Long Rang Land Attack Cruise Missile (LR-LACM), HTT-40 etc. Procurement of the aforesaid defence equipment is under progress as per the procedure.
(b)Case for procurement of advanced 83 LCA Mk 1A from HAL is at final approval by the CCS and contract is likely to be signed soon.
(c)Case of procurement of 56 C-295 from M/s Airbus with participation of an Indian Production Agency for manufacture of 40 aircraft (out of total 56) in India is also at CFA approval stage and contract is likely to be signed in the near future. The case is first of its kind which envisages participation of private companies and would prove to be a boost for our defence industry.
(d)Case for procurement of LCH from HAL, IEWR and D-29 from BEL, Harop (P-IV) (Option Clause), upgrade of UAV systems are also at advance stage. Contracts are likely to be signed in the first quarter of 2021.
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✈️ INDIAN AIR FORCE IN 2020✈️{1/6}
✔️Acquisition
1.Modernisation of Airfield Infrastructure (MAFI).On 08 May 20, MAFI Phase-II contract for 37 airfields was signed by the MoD with M/s Tata Power SED (TPSED) at a cost of Rs 1189.44 Cr. The up-gradation of navigational aids and infrastructure under this project enhances the operational capability by facilitating air operations of military and civil aircraft even in poor visibility and adverse weather while enhancing Aerospace Safety.
●The MAFI Phase-I project was completed on 15 Dec 19 which involved modernisation of 30 airfields of Indian Air Force. The 37 airfields of MAFI Phase-II include 24 of Indian Air Force (IAF), nine of Indian Navy (IN), and four of other services.
2.MAFI project is a turnkey project that includes installation and commissioning of modern airfield equipment like Cat-II Instrument Landing System (ILS) and Cat-II Air Field Lighting System (AFLS) etc.
●The modern equipment around the airfield is directly connected to Air Traffic Control (ATC), thereby providing excellent control of the airfield systems to the Air Traffic Controllers.
●The up-gradation of navigational aids and infrastructure under this project enhances the operational capability by facilitating air operations of military and civil aircraft even in poor visibility and adverse weather while enhancing Aerospace Safety.
3.Rafale-Eight Rafale aircraft have been ferried to India from France and are fully operationalised. First Sqn of Rafale was successfully inducted in Sep 20 with necessary assets and infrastructure.
4.Successful Integration of BrahMos Air Launched Missile on Su-30 MKI Aircraft.The IAF successfully integrated BrahMos air version missile, on Su-30 MKI aircraft.
●The BrahMos missile provides Indian Air Force a much desired capability to strike from large stand-off ranges on any target at sea or on land with pinpoint accuracy by day or night and in all weather conditions.
5.Other Procurement Cases
(a) Govt Approval of Fresh Acquisitions.Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) was accorded by Defence Council for procurement of potential indigenous platforms such as ASTRA BVR missile, Smart Anti Field Weapon (SAAW), Long Rang Land Attack Cruise Missile (LR-LACM), HTT-40 etc. Procurement of the aforesaid defence equipment is under progress as per the procedure.
(b)Case for procurement of advanced 83 LCA Mk 1A from HAL is at final approval by the CCS and contract is likely to be signed soon.
(c)Case of procurement of 56 C-295 from M/s Airbus with participation of an Indian Production Agency for manufacture of 40 aircraft (out of total 56) in India is also at CFA approval stage and contract is likely to be signed in the near future. The case is first of its kind which envisages participation of private companies and would prove to be a boost for our defence industry.
(d)Case for procurement of LCH from HAL, IEWR and D-29 from BEL, Harop (P-IV) (Option Clause), upgrade of UAV systems are also at advance stage. Contracts are likely to be signed in the first quarter of 2021.
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✈️INDIAN AIR FORCE IN 2020✈️{2/6}
✔️Make Projects
6.Atmanirbhar Bharat.IAF actively supports the national vision of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’. It has been an endeavour of IAF to avail various schemes launched by GoI and provide impetus to the process of self-reliance in Defence Manufacturing. Following is an update on the various schemes under Make in India initiative.
(a) Make-II Scheme. IAF has issued Project Sanction Order (PSO) for prototype development to undertake Design & Development of Chaff & Flares, IRST for Su-30, Foldable Fibreglass Mats, 125 Kg Bombs and Fuze for Aerial bombs has been awarded to Indian Industry.
(b) Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme. Government of India had set up a ‘Technology Development Fund (TDF)’ which is managed by DRDO. 18 IAF projects under the scheme are at various stages of the TDF procedure. Contract for the Design and Development of Video processing/ switching board for Su-30 MKI and Burner rings for Mirage-2000 engine have been awarded to Indian vendors.
(c) iDEX (Innovation for Defence Excellence).Under the iDEX framework of DIO, MoD for engaging industries (including MSMEs, Start-ups, Individual Innovators), IAF has participated in four Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC) challenges.
(d) AEW&C Mk-2. AoN for procurement of Six AEW&C (Airborne Early Warning & Control) Mk-2 aircraft with associated equipment has been granted by DAC on 17 December 2020 under ‘Buy (Indian-IDDM)’ category. The platform for the system is likely to be pre-owned Airbus A-319/321 aircraft from Air India. The mission system Design and Development as well as maintenance of the system will be carried out indigenously thus providing a fillip of Indian defence industries. The project, therefore, is likely to give a major boost to ‘Atamnirbhar Bharat’.
(e) LCA Induction. LCA is a product of indigenous effort towards building a potent fighter aircraft with contemporary capabilities. “Tejas” is the first advance Fly By Wire fighter aircraft designed, developed and manufactured in India. The first LCA Squadron was formed on 01 July 2016. Till date, 16 Aircraft have been delivered to IAF in IOC configuration. Delivery of FOC aircraft has also commenced. IAF also plans to procure 83 LCA Mk 1A. HAL, ADA and the IAF have worked together to overcome teething problems which are present in any new induction. The FOC configuration has begun to roll out with improved weapons capability, enhanced fight envelope, inflight refuelling capability and advance features for low speed handling.
(f)Pechora Digitisation. IAF is in the process of upgrading its legacy Pechora system of post 1987 vintage. Contract for digitisation of Firing Units of Pechora Missile System was signed on Sep 20. Post digitisation performance of the system would be enhanced considerably. Presently, the Firing Unit digitisation is under progress.
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✔️Make Projects
6.Atmanirbhar Bharat.IAF actively supports the national vision of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’. It has been an endeavour of IAF to avail various schemes launched by GoI and provide impetus to the process of self-reliance in Defence Manufacturing. Following is an update on the various schemes under Make in India initiative.
(a) Make-II Scheme. IAF has issued Project Sanction Order (PSO) for prototype development to undertake Design & Development of Chaff & Flares, IRST for Su-30, Foldable Fibreglass Mats, 125 Kg Bombs and Fuze for Aerial bombs has been awarded to Indian Industry.
(b) Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme. Government of India had set up a ‘Technology Development Fund (TDF)’ which is managed by DRDO. 18 IAF projects under the scheme are at various stages of the TDF procedure. Contract for the Design and Development of Video processing/ switching board for Su-30 MKI and Burner rings for Mirage-2000 engine have been awarded to Indian vendors.
(c) iDEX (Innovation for Defence Excellence).Under the iDEX framework of DIO, MoD for engaging industries (including MSMEs, Start-ups, Individual Innovators), IAF has participated in four Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC) challenges.
(d) AEW&C Mk-2. AoN for procurement of Six AEW&C (Airborne Early Warning & Control) Mk-2 aircraft with associated equipment has been granted by DAC on 17 December 2020 under ‘Buy (Indian-IDDM)’ category. The platform for the system is likely to be pre-owned Airbus A-319/321 aircraft from Air India. The mission system Design and Development as well as maintenance of the system will be carried out indigenously thus providing a fillip of Indian defence industries. The project, therefore, is likely to give a major boost to ‘Atamnirbhar Bharat’.
(e) LCA Induction. LCA is a product of indigenous effort towards building a potent fighter aircraft with contemporary capabilities. “Tejas” is the first advance Fly By Wire fighter aircraft designed, developed and manufactured in India. The first LCA Squadron was formed on 01 July 2016. Till date, 16 Aircraft have been delivered to IAF in IOC configuration. Delivery of FOC aircraft has also commenced. IAF also plans to procure 83 LCA Mk 1A. HAL, ADA and the IAF have worked together to overcome teething problems which are present in any new induction. The FOC configuration has begun to roll out with improved weapons capability, enhanced fight envelope, inflight refuelling capability and advance features for low speed handling.
(f)Pechora Digitisation. IAF is in the process of upgrading its legacy Pechora system of post 1987 vintage. Contract for digitisation of Firing Units of Pechora Missile System was signed on Sep 20. Post digitisation performance of the system would be enhanced considerably. Presently, the Firing Unit digitisation is under progress.
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✔️OP Mobilisation in Leh Sector
7.Rapid Op Mobilisation (Northern Sector) During Mid-2020.The heavy airlift assets of the Tpt Fleet of IAF proved their mettle by mobilising huge quantum of war waging machinery along with battle ready troops in the Northern Sector in quick time frames, thereby altering the dynamics of the force posturing.
✔️HADR
8.HADR Missions (International). The international air effort towards Covid task comprises the following:
(a)Goodwill Flight to Wuhan, China.C-17 employed to airlift 15 Tons of medical supplies to China and to evacuate 112 Indian and foreign nationals to India on 26 and 27 Feb 20.
(b) Immediate Evacuation of Indians from Iran. C-17 employed to evacuate 58 Indians from Tehran on 10 Mar 20.
(c) Airlift of Medical Equipment /Supplies to Male. 6.2 Tons of Load airlifted to Male on 02 Apr 20.
(d) Evacuation of COVID-19 +VE DRDO Personnel from Kyrgyzstan. 49 DRDO personnel (including 25 COVID-19 Positive Personnel) were airlifted from Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan to Vishakhapatanam, India on 04 Nov 2020.
(e) Medical Support to Kuwait. 15 Medical personnel along with 1.8 Tons of load comprising COVID Testing Machines and associated Computers was airlifted to Kuwait on 11 Apr 20.
(f) C-17 Trip to Congo / South Sudan. One C-17 was employed to airlift 18.6 Tons of COVID-19 stores and Indian Army load from Hindan to Goma (Congo) and Juba (South Sudan) on 18 July 20 and to get passengers back to India. The Aircraft operated non-stop to cover a total distance of 7,100 Km. 62 passengers including 18 Indian nationals & 02 Mortal Remains were bought back from Goma and Juba respectively.
(g) Mission to Beirut, Lebanon. One C-17 airlifted 57 Tons of relief material including medicines, food grains, blankets, PPEs, gloves and masks to Beirut on 14 Aug 20.
(h) Mission to Mauritius. On 16 Aug 20, one C-17 airlifted 35 Tons of humanitarian aid & pollution response material from Sulur to Mauritius along with 10 personnel of Indian Coast Guard.
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✔️OP Mobilisation in Leh Sector
7.Rapid Op Mobilisation (Northern Sector) During Mid-2020.The heavy airlift assets of the Tpt Fleet of IAF proved their mettle by mobilising huge quantum of war waging machinery along with battle ready troops in the Northern Sector in quick time frames, thereby altering the dynamics of the force posturing.
✔️HADR
8.HADR Missions (International). The international air effort towards Covid task comprises the following:
(a)Goodwill Flight to Wuhan, China.C-17 employed to airlift 15 Tons of medical supplies to China and to evacuate 112 Indian and foreign nationals to India on 26 and 27 Feb 20.
(b) Immediate Evacuation of Indians from Iran. C-17 employed to evacuate 58 Indians from Tehran on 10 Mar 20.
(c) Airlift of Medical Equipment /Supplies to Male. 6.2 Tons of Load airlifted to Male on 02 Apr 20.
(d) Evacuation of COVID-19 +VE DRDO Personnel from Kyrgyzstan. 49 DRDO personnel (including 25 COVID-19 Positive Personnel) were airlifted from Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan to Vishakhapatanam, India on 04 Nov 2020.
(e) Medical Support to Kuwait. 15 Medical personnel along with 1.8 Tons of load comprising COVID Testing Machines and associated Computers was airlifted to Kuwait on 11 Apr 20.
(f) C-17 Trip to Congo / South Sudan. One C-17 was employed to airlift 18.6 Tons of COVID-19 stores and Indian Army load from Hindan to Goma (Congo) and Juba (South Sudan) on 18 July 20 and to get passengers back to India. The Aircraft operated non-stop to cover a total distance of 7,100 Km. 62 passengers including 18 Indian nationals & 02 Mortal Remains were bought back from Goma and Juba respectively.
(g) Mission to Beirut, Lebanon. One C-17 airlifted 57 Tons of relief material including medicines, food grains, blankets, PPEs, gloves and masks to Beirut on 14 Aug 20.
(h) Mission to Mauritius. On 16 Aug 20, one C-17 airlifted 35 Tons of humanitarian aid & pollution response material from Sulur to Mauritius along with 10 personnel of Indian Coast Guard.
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9. HADR Missions (Domestic). Air effort towards various natural calamities during the year are given as under:-
(a) Vizag Gas Leak. After the gas leak from a chemical plant in Vizag,8.3 Tons of chemical load was airlifted from Mundra to Vizag on 09 and 10 May 20 to provide relief. Inaddition, 04 NDRF and 05 National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) Scientists were airlifted. 23 sorties and 40 hrs were flown.
(b) Cyclone ‘AMPHAN’. 2 x C-130 were employed to airlift two NDRF teams each from Pune to Kolkata and from Arakonam to Kolkata respectively, towards Cyclone Relief Ops. Total 91 personnel and 8.6 T of load was airlifted on 21 May 20.
(c) Cyclone ‘NISARGA’. One IL-76 was tasked on 02 Jun 20 from Bhatinda to Suratgarh to airlift 10.8 Tons load and 122 Pax of 07 NDRF. One IL-76was tasked on 02 Jun 20 from Vijaywada to Mumbai to airlift 6.9Tons load and
108 Pax of 10 NDRF.
(d) Flood Relief Ops. Heptrs were extensively deployed for flood relief ops during 2020 in the states of Bihar, Telengana, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, J&K and Maharashtra. 144 sorties were flown and 338 Pax and
76.95Tons of load were airlifted.
(e) Evacuation of Stranded Trekkers from Chadar Trek.A request was received from UT of Ladakh for evacuation of 80-100 trekkers (including
02 French and 07 Chinese nationals) stranded in Zanskar valley. IAF launched two ALH Helicopters for the rescue mission and 107 trekkers were evacuated safely to Leh. 28 sorties were flown from 14 to 16 Jan 20 for the rescue mission.
10.Locust Spray by IAF Helicopters. Ministry of Agriculture had requested for helicopters to be employed for spraying purposes to control spread of locusts. IAF carried out modification of two Helicopters in quick time for the task, which were then used aerial spraying in Rajasthan and Gujarat states.
11. Efficient Use of Indian Airspace. Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) have jointly formed a mechanism for efficient use of Indian Airspace. To achieve this, the National Airspace Management Cell (NAMC) was made operational from 30 Jul 20 and the Regional Airspace Management Cell (RAMC), Chennai from
02 Dec 20. It is jointly manned by officers from IAF and AAI.
12.Joint Use of Defence Airfield under RCS Udan Scheme. IAF has been actively interacting with MoCA/ AAI for sharing its airports and airspace for supporting the increased demands of civil aviation. Accordingly, seven more defence airfields have been opened for joint useto accommodate civil scheduled flights as part of RCS UDAN Scheme in last one year. Scheduled flight operations have commenced from Darbhanga airfield from 08 Nov 20. 39 IAF bases & 7 ALGs have been made available for joint user operations.
13. Disposal of NOC Cases for Wind Turbine Generators. In order to ease and expedite the process of installation of Wind Turbine Generators (WTGs) towards achieving the renewable energy generation target of Govt of India, IAF has identified and demarcated areas in Gujarat and Rajasthan sector where WTGs can be installed without having to apply for NOC. 1654 WTG locations have been recommended around the country during the period of 01 Jan 20 to 15 Dec 20, despite Covid-19 restrictions.
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9. HADR Missions (Domestic). Air effort towards various natural calamities during the year are given as under:-
(a) Vizag Gas Leak. After the gas leak from a chemical plant in Vizag,8.3 Tons of chemical load was airlifted from Mundra to Vizag on 09 and 10 May 20 to provide relief. Inaddition, 04 NDRF and 05 National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) Scientists were airlifted. 23 sorties and 40 hrs were flown.
(b) Cyclone ‘AMPHAN’. 2 x C-130 were employed to airlift two NDRF teams each from Pune to Kolkata and from Arakonam to Kolkata respectively, towards Cyclone Relief Ops. Total 91 personnel and 8.6 T of load was airlifted on 21 May 20.
(c) Cyclone ‘NISARGA’. One IL-76 was tasked on 02 Jun 20 from Bhatinda to Suratgarh to airlift 10.8 Tons load and 122 Pax of 07 NDRF. One IL-76was tasked on 02 Jun 20 from Vijaywada to Mumbai to airlift 6.9Tons load and
108 Pax of 10 NDRF.
(d) Flood Relief Ops. Heptrs were extensively deployed for flood relief ops during 2020 in the states of Bihar, Telengana, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, J&K and Maharashtra. 144 sorties were flown and 338 Pax and
76.95Tons of load were airlifted.
(e) Evacuation of Stranded Trekkers from Chadar Trek.A request was received from UT of Ladakh for evacuation of 80-100 trekkers (including
02 French and 07 Chinese nationals) stranded in Zanskar valley. IAF launched two ALH Helicopters for the rescue mission and 107 trekkers were evacuated safely to Leh. 28 sorties were flown from 14 to 16 Jan 20 for the rescue mission.
10.Locust Spray by IAF Helicopters. Ministry of Agriculture had requested for helicopters to be employed for spraying purposes to control spread of locusts. IAF carried out modification of two Helicopters in quick time for the task, which were then used aerial spraying in Rajasthan and Gujarat states.
11. Efficient Use of Indian Airspace. Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) have jointly formed a mechanism for efficient use of Indian Airspace. To achieve this, the National Airspace Management Cell (NAMC) was made operational from 30 Jul 20 and the Regional Airspace Management Cell (RAMC), Chennai from
02 Dec 20. It is jointly manned by officers from IAF and AAI.
12.Joint Use of Defence Airfield under RCS Udan Scheme. IAF has been actively interacting with MoCA/ AAI for sharing its airports and airspace for supporting the increased demands of civil aviation. Accordingly, seven more defence airfields have been opened for joint useto accommodate civil scheduled flights as part of RCS UDAN Scheme in last one year. Scheduled flight operations have commenced from Darbhanga airfield from 08 Nov 20. 39 IAF bases & 7 ALGs have been made available for joint user operations.
13. Disposal of NOC Cases for Wind Turbine Generators. In order to ease and expedite the process of installation of Wind Turbine Generators (WTGs) towards achieving the renewable energy generation target of Govt of India, IAF has identified and demarcated areas in Gujarat and Rajasthan sector where WTGs can be installed without having to apply for NOC. 1654 WTG locations have been recommended around the country during the period of 01 Jan 20 to 15 Dec 20, despite Covid-19 restrictions.
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14.Implementation of e-Goverance (e-Office) in IAF. IAF e-Governance (e-Office) System has been launched in Dec 20 for all Officers in the IAF. The implementation of the initiative, undertaken as part of digital and e-governance policies, of the Government of India will see over 800 Indian Air Force units across the country transit to ‘paperless office working’ in the coming year.
●Launch of e-Governance (e-Office) in IAF marks a paradigm shift from current method of manual handling of files and documents to a digital one. The system aims to achieve enhanced transparency, improved efficiency, increased accountability, assured data integrity & security along with a drastic reduction in the use of paper and will result in optimization of time & human resources.
15.Project e-Maintenance Management System (e-MMS). Indian Air Force has taken a giant step in automation of Maintenance Management through implementation of e-Maintenance Management System (e-MMS) which is one of the largest Maintain Repair Overhaul (MRO) solutions implemented in the world.
●e-MMS project is a testimony to success of Public-Private partnership and Digital India concept spearheaded by Ministry of Defence and IAF. Total value of the contract is Rs. 637.77 Cr which includes implementation across 170 locations of the IAF as well as operationalization of one Data Centre (DC) and one Disaster Recovery (DR) Centre.
●Contract for project e-MMS signed between Ministry of Defence and M/s Wipro Ltd concluded on 31 Dec 19. Project is presently in Adaption Phase from 01 Jan 2020 with all maintenance undertaken digitally on e-MMS.
◆Operational benefits to IAF with the introduction of e-MMS are:
(a) Digitisation of publications of approximately 50 fleets and equipment amounting to over 29 Lakh pages, this has benefited in document traceability.
(b)Computerised monitoring of aircraft components of around 40 lakh plus items and other system components of around 30 lakh plus items for their servicing dues towards ensuring timely servicing.
(c) Enhanced productivity with real-time visibility of asset status like aircraft serviceability across all levels of IAF resulting in optimum planning and aid in decision making.
(d) Centralised digital enforcement of maintenance policies and service schedule, thereby reducing time taken for information reaching field personnel as well as ensuring security of data access.
(e) All Modern and upcoming inductions like Rafale are brought into e-MMS gambit. IAF having its own eMMS has overcome need to take these additional systems saving money to exchequer.
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14.Implementation of e-Goverance (e-Office) in IAF. IAF e-Governance (e-Office) System has been launched in Dec 20 for all Officers in the IAF. The implementation of the initiative, undertaken as part of digital and e-governance policies, of the Government of India will see over 800 Indian Air Force units across the country transit to ‘paperless office working’ in the coming year.
●Launch of e-Governance (e-Office) in IAF marks a paradigm shift from current method of manual handling of files and documents to a digital one. The system aims to achieve enhanced transparency, improved efficiency, increased accountability, assured data integrity & security along with a drastic reduction in the use of paper and will result in optimization of time & human resources.
15.Project e-Maintenance Management System (e-MMS). Indian Air Force has taken a giant step in automation of Maintenance Management through implementation of e-Maintenance Management System (e-MMS) which is one of the largest Maintain Repair Overhaul (MRO) solutions implemented in the world.
●e-MMS project is a testimony to success of Public-Private partnership and Digital India concept spearheaded by Ministry of Defence and IAF. Total value of the contract is Rs. 637.77 Cr which includes implementation across 170 locations of the IAF as well as operationalization of one Data Centre (DC) and one Disaster Recovery (DR) Centre.
●Contract for project e-MMS signed between Ministry of Defence and M/s Wipro Ltd concluded on 31 Dec 19. Project is presently in Adaption Phase from 01 Jan 2020 with all maintenance undertaken digitally on e-MMS.
◆Operational benefits to IAF with the introduction of e-MMS are:
(a) Digitisation of publications of approximately 50 fleets and equipment amounting to over 29 Lakh pages, this has benefited in document traceability.
(b)Computerised monitoring of aircraft components of around 40 lakh plus items and other system components of around 30 lakh plus items for their servicing dues towards ensuring timely servicing.
(c) Enhanced productivity with real-time visibility of asset status like aircraft serviceability across all levels of IAF resulting in optimum planning and aid in decision making.
(d) Centralised digital enforcement of maintenance policies and service schedule, thereby reducing time taken for information reaching field personnel as well as ensuring security of data access.
(e) All Modern and upcoming inductions like Rafale are brought into e-MMS gambit. IAF having its own eMMS has overcome need to take these additional systems saving money to exchequer.
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✔️Fight Against COVID-19
16.Quarantine facilities.
(a) As per directions of GoI, quarantine facilities were created at various stations in IAF. These facilities would cater for GOI evacuees from overseas or within the country as and when needed. IAF has created ‘Facility based quarantine facilities’ at the various locations.
(b) The Quarantine facility at Hindon received 58 evacuees on 10 Mar 20 from
Iran who were brought by C-17 of IAF. They were quarantined for 14 days, however due to a positive case in the group the quarantine period was extended.
(c) The quarantine facility at Tambaram received 113 evacuees on 24 Mar 20 from Malaysia who were brought by Air India flight. There were quarantined for 14 days. Total 178 Evacuees from UAE were also received on 18 May 20 for 14 days of quarantine.
17. Medical Activities. IAF created quarantine facilities at nine locations across the country and converted five hospitals into dedicated/ mixed COVID-19 hospitals which were prepared and ready to receive civilian patients in addition to serving personnel and dependents.
●Remaining IAF hospitals/ Station Medicare Centres (SMCs) were also upgraded to receive and treat serving personnel and dependants with COVID-19.
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16.Quarantine facilities.
(a) As per directions of GoI, quarantine facilities were created at various stations in IAF. These facilities would cater for GOI evacuees from overseas or within the country as and when needed. IAF has created ‘Facility based quarantine facilities’ at the various locations.
(b) The Quarantine facility at Hindon received 58 evacuees on 10 Mar 20 from
Iran who were brought by C-17 of IAF. They were quarantined for 14 days, however due to a positive case in the group the quarantine period was extended.
(c) The quarantine facility at Tambaram received 113 evacuees on 24 Mar 20 from Malaysia who were brought by Air India flight. There were quarantined for 14 days. Total 178 Evacuees from UAE were also received on 18 May 20 for 14 days of quarantine.
17. Medical Activities. IAF created quarantine facilities at nine locations across the country and converted five hospitals into dedicated/ mixed COVID-19 hospitals which were prepared and ready to receive civilian patients in addition to serving personnel and dependents.
●Remaining IAF hospitals/ Station Medicare Centres (SMCs) were also upgraded to receive and treat serving personnel and dependants with COVID-19.
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Do not ignore the Women farmers
Context
●In India agriculture is related only to men farmers ignoring the women farmers.
●The gender gap in agriculture will further widen with the new farmers act passed.
Background
◆Women were the first who domesticated crop plants by gathering seed while men went out for hunting.
A Common misconception
◆According to the agricultural census, 73.2% of rural women are engaged in farming activities but only 8% own landholdings.
◆According to the India Human Development Survey reports 83% of agricultural land in the country is inherited by male members of the family and less than 2% by female members of the family.
◆Due to the cultural, social, and religious forces, women are denied ownership of land.
◆81% of women agricultural laborers belong to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes, becoming the largest contributor of casual and landless laborers.
◆Government has termed women Farmers as cultivators’ or ‘agricultural laborers’ but not ‘farmers’. Excluding them from all government schemes loans for cultivation, loan waivers, crop insurance, subsidies, compensation to their families in cases they commit suicide.
◆As per the Mahila Kisan Adhikaar Manch (MAKAAM) notes, women in addition to non-recognition also have unequal access to rights over land, water, and
◆There is gendered and unequal access to input, market, support systems such as storage facilities, transportation costs, cash for new investments or for paying off old dues or for other agricultural credit-related services.
The farm laws
●The recent law passed shall further increase the plight of women.
●First is the lack of any mention of MSP (minimum support price) that protects farmers from exploitation. It highlights how women are barely able to understand or negotiate (written) agreements with traders / corporate entities that shall enter into agreements with the farmers to purchase their produce.
●Farmers will have no bargaining power in the corporatizatisation of agriculture, where corporate will decide the price of products with no safety net or adequate redressal mechanism for the farmers.
●This would lead to small marginal and medium farmers selling their land to big agro-businesses and become wage laborers.
Conclusion
●Its high time government recognizes women as farmers and reduces the gender gap in agriculture profession which contributes to the largest share in employment.
●There is a need for comprehensive farmer policy to resolve the distress of farmers and improve the agricultural economy and government has to give a rethink on subsidies it provides as it is not causing value addition.
Source-
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/dont-ignore-the-women-farmers/article33487392.ece
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Do not ignore the Women farmers
Context
●In India agriculture is related only to men farmers ignoring the women farmers.
●The gender gap in agriculture will further widen with the new farmers act passed.
Background
◆Women were the first who domesticated crop plants by gathering seed while men went out for hunting.
A Common misconception
◆According to the agricultural census, 73.2% of rural women are engaged in farming activities but only 8% own landholdings.
◆According to the India Human Development Survey reports 83% of agricultural land in the country is inherited by male members of the family and less than 2% by female members of the family.
◆Due to the cultural, social, and religious forces, women are denied ownership of land.
◆81% of women agricultural laborers belong to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes, becoming the largest contributor of casual and landless laborers.
◆Government has termed women Farmers as cultivators’ or ‘agricultural laborers’ but not ‘farmers’. Excluding them from all government schemes loans for cultivation, loan waivers, crop insurance, subsidies, compensation to their families in cases they commit suicide.
◆As per the Mahila Kisan Adhikaar Manch (MAKAAM) notes, women in addition to non-recognition also have unequal access to rights over land, water, and
◆There is gendered and unequal access to input, market, support systems such as storage facilities, transportation costs, cash for new investments or for paying off old dues or for other agricultural credit-related services.
The farm laws
●The recent law passed shall further increase the plight of women.
●First is the lack of any mention of MSP (minimum support price) that protects farmers from exploitation. It highlights how women are barely able to understand or negotiate (written) agreements with traders / corporate entities that shall enter into agreements with the farmers to purchase their produce.
●Farmers will have no bargaining power in the corporatizatisation of agriculture, where corporate will decide the price of products with no safety net or adequate redressal mechanism for the farmers.
●This would lead to small marginal and medium farmers selling their land to big agro-businesses and become wage laborers.
Conclusion
●Its high time government recognizes women as farmers and reduces the gender gap in agriculture profession which contributes to the largest share in employment.
●There is a need for comprehensive farmer policy to resolve the distress of farmers and improve the agricultural economy and government has to give a rethink on subsidies it provides as it is not causing value addition.
Source-
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/dont-ignore-the-women-farmers/article33487392.ece
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Don’t ignore the women farmers
The gender gap in the agriculture sector will only widen more with the current farm laws
#TO_ALL_LADIES_GENTLEMAN
Only some are lucky enough... to do the extraordinary.
#IndianArmy
#TuesdayMotivation
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Only some are lucky enough... to do the extraordinary.
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1.Domain
2.Blunder
3.Naughty
4.Broader
5.Disobey
6.Governor
7.Qualified
8.Irritate
9.Unsocial
10.Charming
11.Puzzle
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1.He was playing outdoor and his younger brother got seriously injured and it started to rain heavily.He.....
2.He had exams the next day and the road to his school was flooded with continuous rain for the last two days.He.....
3.His boss gives a piece of work and orders him to follow his instructions to complete the work,But the work is difficult to finish within time.He......
4.He received an urgent order from his CO,but he feels that order passed on to him is wrong .He......
5.In a fit of anger,his friend hit him.He.......
6.While hunting he and his brother lost way in dark(night) in jungle and he has jo light.He......
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1.He was playing outdoor and his younger brother got seriously injured and it started to rain heavily.He.....
2.He had exams the next day and the road to his school was flooded with continuous rain for the last two days.He.....
3.His boss gives a piece of work and orders him to follow his instructions to complete the work,But the work is difficult to finish within time.He......
4.He received an urgent order from his CO,but he feels that order passed on to him is wrong .He......
5.In a fit of anger,his friend hit him.He.......
6.While hunting he and his brother lost way in dark(night) in jungle and he has jo light.He......
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the structure of writing PPDT story is .
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mood:- +ve / -ve /0 neutral
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your story:-
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gender:- M/F
age:- in YEARS
mood:- +ve / -ve /0 neutral
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