#StoriesOfGrit
When Floods Rose, A Soldier Became Hope — Naik Nursing Assistant Ram Lakhan Kumar’s Story of Courage
Amid the fury of floodwaters in Matoda village, #Ahmedabad District, when rising waters threatened a mother and her unborn child, one soldier stepped forward as a beacon of hope.
Naik Nursing Assistant Ram Lakhan Kumar responded to a distress call from a flooded house where an expectant mother in advanced labour was trapped amid the raging waters. With danger all around and every moment critical, he entered deep and treacherous waters, placing the lives entrusted to him above his own safety.
With unwavering calm, medical expertise and presence of mind, he created an emergency medical space amidst the crisis and safely delivered a healthy baby. Yet, his mission was not complete.
Securing the mother and newborn on improvised floating stretchers, he battled nearly two kilometres of continuous neck-deep floodwaters, ensuring they reached a critical care ambulance safely.
His swift medical response, remarkable endurance, and fearless commitment saved two precious lives in dire peril and reflected the finest ethos of the Army Medical Corps and the highest traditions of the #IndianArmy.
#WeCare
#FloodRelief
#SouthernCommand
@adgpi@KonarkCorps@PRODefPune@DefencePRO_Guj
One Flag. Many Hearts. One Resolve.
#HarGharTiranga
Across the #SouthernCommand, the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign brought together soldiers, families, veterans, youth and citizens in a shared expression of pride in the Tiranga and the Nation.
Beyond the uniform, the celebrations reflected the human face of the #IndianArmy, a fraternity deeply rooted in the society it serves, sharing its joys, aspirations and spirit of patriotism with fellow citizens.
The Tiranga is the bond that unites us all.
We live by it, serve under it and stand ready to fight for it.
#80YearsofIndependence
#NationFirst
@SpokespersonMoD@HQ_IDS_India@adgpi@PRODefPune
One Tiranga. One Nation. One Spirit.
#HarGharTiranga
Reaffirming the spirit of patriotism and #NationFirst, a team of nine scuba divers from the Island Terriers of #SouthernCommand undertook a unique initiative at Andaman & Nicobar Islands, hoisting the National Flag beneath the sea as part of the #HarGharTiranga campaign and celebrations of the 80th Independence Day.
A unique tribute beneath the waves, the initiative brought the Tiranga to an extraordinary setting, symbolising the spirit of adventure, service and unwavering devotion to the Nation.
#80YearsofIndependence
#SouthernCommand
@SpokespersonMoD@adgpi@PRODefPune@Def_PRO_Chennai
Indian Army Standing Strong with the People of Gujarat
Responding swiftly to the flood situation in Gujarat, the #IndianArmy launched multiple Relief and Rescue Columns across the State over the past three days.
Operations were undertaken across #Valsad, #Vapi, #Navsari, #Silvassa, flood-affected areas of #Ahmedabad, including #Dholka and #Rajoda, where troops evacuated over 790 stranded civilians; assisted vulnerable residents; distributed food, water, and essential relief material; and supported the civil administration in restoring normalcy.
Beyond the numbers lie countless stories of courage, resilience, and selfless service. Working shoulder-to-shoulder with the NDRF, SDRF, SEOC, civil administration, and courageous civilian volunteers, the operation stands as a shining example of #MilitaryCivilFusion - bringing hope to those in distress and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the #IndianArmy to the Nation.
#GujaratFloods2026
#FloodRelief
#SouthernCommand
#KonarkCorps
#GoldenKatarDivision
@adgpi@KonarkCorps@SpokespersonMoD@PRODefPune@DefencePRO_Guj
#KargilVijayDiwas | Ek Shaurya Gatha
Commemorating 27 years of India's historic victory in the #KargilWar, commemorative outreach events were organised by #SouthernCommand at the invitation of Reliance Malls in #Jodhpur, #Vadodara and #Pune, bringing the legacy of courage and sacrifice closer to the citizens.
The highlight of the events was the display of #IndianArmy weapons and military equipment, offering visitors a first-hand glimpse of the Army's capabilities. Interactions with veterans, motivational talks, patriotic performances and career awareness sessions inspired the youth to explore opportunities for a career in the #IndianArmy.
The initiative strengthened civil-military connect, honoured the indomitable courage of the #Bravehearts of Kargil and reaffirmed the Nation's enduring gratitude to those who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the Nation.
#IndianArmy
#KVD2026
@adgpi@KonarkCorps@PRODefPune@PRODefRjsthn@DefencePRO_Guj
Lieutenant General Rajesh Pushkar, AVSM, VSM assumed the appointment of General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of #SouthernCommand today.
In a solemn ceremony, the Army Commander paid tribute to the #Bravehearts at the Southern Command War Memorial in Pune Military Station and reviewed the Guard of Honour.
On assuming command, he urged all ranks to remain steadfast towards operational preparedness and continue serving the Nation with utmost dedication, zeal and professionalism.
#IndianArmy
@DefenceMinIndia@SpokespersonMoD@IaSouthern
⚠️ Fake: Some accounts are circulating a video of "poor Agniveer drill" at BEG Khadki and claiming it shows the failure of the Agniveer scheme.
✅ FACT: Manipulated videos aimed at misrepresenting the Indian Army are part of a misinformation effort. Drill and discipline are integral to the Army’s ethos and cannot be compromised.
The viral posts are amplifying unverified claims to manipulate public opinion.
📍Stay Alert
@PIBFactCheck@adgpi@SpokespersonMoD
#IndianArmy #DeepfakeAlert #FakeNewsAlert #AIManipulation #VerifyBeforeShare #StopFakeNews
@sonalsi58487049 Adv. Sonal Singh has a history of repeatedly levelling serious public allegations against Indian Army on social media. Maligning someone’s image on social media without facts needs to be avoided.
#IndianArmyMahan#Jaihind
@sonalsi58487049 When one advocate consistently pushes negative narratives against Indian Army on X, it starts looking like a pattern rather than isolated concern.
#RespectTheUniform#IndianArmy
“विद्यैव बलम्”
“Knowledge is Strength !”
On the momentous occasion of 106th Corps Day, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief and All Ranks of #SouthernCommand extend best wishes to all Personnel, Veterans, and Families of the Army Educational Corps.
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General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, #SouthernCommand visited Armoured Corps Centre & School and Mechanised Infantry Centre & School at #Ahilyanagar and reviewed modern training initiatives and state-of-the-art training infrastructure, including AR/VR Lab, Counter-Drone Operations and Autonomous Systems, aimed at enhancing combat readiness and future-ready warfighting capabilities.
#IndianArmy
#DecadeOfTransformation
#TechAbsorption
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