Dinesh Dogra

Officer in Armed Forces of India

[Shashi Tharoor @ShashiTharoor]

A friend just sent me this delightful Extract from the book "Fools and Infantrymen" by Lt Gen Eric Alexander Vas, Col of the 9th Gorkha Rifles, and former Eastern Army Commander. There could be no more amusing statement of the best of India's religious pluralism -- and the diehard secularity of the Army.

Over to General Vas:

"When an army commander first visits the various states under his operational jurisdiction, it is customary to pay courtesy calls on the state's governor and chief minister. During my first visit to one of the north-eastern states, the Chief Minister held a public function and in his welcoming address said that the people should now feel safe as "the new army commander is a Christian".

"In my reply, after expressing thanks for the welcome, I reminded the public that my predecessor was a Jew; what he had done for the state would be difficult for me to match. I told them that military commanders operate according to military tasks laid down by the government, and we are not influenced by individual considerations of language, religion, or caste.. In conclusion, I said, "I was born a human being, by tradition I'm a Hindu, by training I'm a Catholic, by temperament I'm a Muslim, morally I'm attracted to Buddhism,and every time I have to shave I wish I was a Sikh."

Jai Hind!!

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[Defence PRO Visakhapatnam @PRO_Vizag]

Empowering leadership! @ HQ Coast Guard (Eastern Seaboard),Visakhapatnam which conducted one day workshop on "Work life 👨‍💼 Balance & Stress 😥 Management" for Officers & Men. Expert faculty from National Academy of Human Resource Development, New Delhi, shared valuable insights.

[Dinesh Dogra @dashingd27]

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[Dinesh Dogra @dashingd27]

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[Defence PRO Visakhapatnam @PRO_Vizag]

As part of #AzadiKaAmritMahotsav, the Security Services Wing of Rajyoga Education & Research Foundation of Brahma Kumaris conducted a campaign for #IndianCoastGuard personnel with the theme “Eradication of Stress & Enhancing Inner Strength” at #Visakhapatnam today

[Dinesh Dogra @dashingd27]

⁦@PMOIndia⁩ Respected PM sir, inspired by your vision of “Waste to Wealth & Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” my daughter, Arshia Dogra (class -X), painted our National Flag on waste bottle and was felicitated by the school(Video & certificate enclosed). Jai hind, Jai Bharat…🙏

[Dinesh Dogra @dashingd27]

⁦@PMOIndia⁩ Respected PM sir, inspired by your vision of “Waste to Wealth & Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” my daughter, Arshia Dogra (class -X), painted our National Flag on waste bottle and was felicitated by the school(Video & certificate enclosed). Jai hind, Jai Bharat…🙏

[Dinesh Dogra @dashingd27]

@PMOIndia Respected PM sir, inspired by your vision of “Waste to Wealth & Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” my daughter, Arshia Dogra (class -X), painted our National Flag on waste bottle and was felicitated by the school(Video & certificate enclosed). Jai hind, Jai Bharat…🙏

[ANI @ANI]

Indian Coast Guard chief Director General VS Pathania to commission the squadron of made-in-India ALH Dhruv Mark 3 helicopters at Porbandar, Gujarat. The choppers are going to boost the maritime surveillance capabilities of the force along the border with Pakistan: ICG officials

[Aviator Anil Chopra @Chopsyturvey]

One of the best videos. A cute girl is showing her new leg to her little friends.. Her friends are so happy for her.. They are rejoicing.. Absolute clean, pure, unadulterated friends and true love for each other...

Refuel your soul 🙏🙏

[Indian Coast Guard @IndiaCoastGuard]

#AzadiKaAmritMahotsav celebration, @IndiaCoastGuard District Hq-6, #Vizag and ICGS Veera conducted a ‘Bike Rally’ up to #Rushikonda & Back today. Rally emphasis was also given to the adoption of a road safety culture in life.

[KJS DHILLON🇮🇳 @TinyDhillon]

That’s My India 🇮🇳

If calling a spade has anything to do with it, it’s ‘Seven Spades’ 👍👍

Jai Hind 🇮🇳

[Indian Coast Guard @IndiaCoastGuard]

#Cyclone ‘Asani’.
@IndiaCoastGuard, being true to it’s motto ‘Vayam Rakshamah’ rescued 11 crew from a distressed boat off #Gopalpur, #Odisha Coast. #BayOfBengal #SAR #EastCoast #harkaamdeshkenaam #FishermenRescueatsea #Savinglives

[Indian Coast Guard @IndiaCoastGuard]

#CycloneTauktae #NationFirst @IndiaCoastGuard Chetak launched from Goa successfully rescued 02 DGLL employees stranded at Vengurla Rock Light House in a daring mission today amidst gusting winds and challenging weather conditions @DefenceMinIndia @shipmin_india @SpokespersonMoD

[ANI @ANI]

Indian Coast Guard (ICG) ships and aircraft deployed for fire fighting operation onboard Offshore Supply Vessel Greatship Rohini, 92 nautical miles from Mumbai. One crew member who received injuries was evacuated and shifted to hospital for treatment: ICG

[Dinesh Dogra @dashingd27]

@KapilSharmaK9 Congratulations Kapil, stay blessed. You are lifeline to many💐🙏😊

[Dinesh Dogra @dashingd27]

@cmohry Dear sir, after a while heard from Mr Akshay (JE, Cantonment-90348 22393) but not to much avail as, he’s available through phone only; didn’t even visit the site to check ground realities. Requesting you once again to follow up with more kindness. Looking forward...

[Dinesh Dogra @dashingd27]

@cmohry 9422056567-COMDT Dinesh DOGRA. I was asked to share number. It’s regarding poor state of roads in Sundernagar, Ambala Cantt. Request provide contact details of concerned authority to speak to. Much thanks🙏😊

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

Tableaux of @IndiaCoastGuard and Border Roads Organisation on Rajpath at the 72nd #RepublicDayParade in New Delhi, today

[manoj baadkar @manojbaadkar]

Rajdeep Sardesai should not only be arrested but also boycotted for rumouring with intention of instigating mob by tweeting false video that a farmer was shot. Later Apology & deleting tweet doesn’t absolve.he was on ground only for this @sardesairajdeep @IndiaToday @republic