Kargil war hero Brigadier Khushal Thakur (retd) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate from Mandi parliamentary constituency in by-election 2021 in a press statement highlighted the remarkable transformation of India into a major global power under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Thakur said, “Over the recent years, Prime Minister Modi’s governance has propelled India to enhance its strategic capabilities, resulting in unprecedented levels of border security and preparedness of our armed forces to effectively address future challenges. This paradigm shift has propelled India onto the world stage as a burgeoning super power.”
Thanks to the significant increase in the budget allocated to the armed forces during the past decade under Prime Minister Modi’s stewardship, the country’s borders are now better fortified and our military stands as a modern and robust force, he added.
Brigadier Khushal Thakur also underlined the notable strengthening of India’s armed forces compared to previous years. Thakur asserts that the military has grown significantly stronger in the country compared to the past. The inclusion of women in the armed forces has been guaranteed, leading to women piloting fighter jets defeating the enemies. Furthermore, the strategic emphasis on domestic defense production through initiatives like Make in India has not only bolstered India’s security apparatus but has also paved the way for internal stability alongside secure borders.
By manufacturing security equipment indigenously and promoting self-reliance in defense production, India is not only meeting its own requirements but also exporting defense equipment, all under the banner of Make in India. He emphasized that the Indian army now responds to aggression with assertiveness, deterring any potential threats to the nation.
Brigadier Khushal Thakur said that the morale of the Indian armed forces has experienced a significant boost, resulting in a marked decrease in occurrences of terrorism, separatism, and Naxalism. He also highlighted that the presence of robust leadership is essential in guiding the nation towards sustained prosperity and in shielding it from both external threats and internal obstacles.