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India needs a strong defence to ensure stability : President

| | Mar 04, 2015, at 06:34 pm
Jodhpur, Mar 4(IBNS) President Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday said India is committed to peace and stability for which the country needs an effective deterrence and a strong force.

Presenting the President's Standard to 31 squadrons and 116 helicopter unit of the Indian Airforce, he said the IAF has been fulfilling its role  of protecting the Indian skies and safeguarding its sovereignty, besides providing aids to its citizens during natural calamities.

"The resilience and tenacity displayed by the Air Warriors is a great source of encouragement and a matter of pride for the Nation. While the nation is striving for an all-round economic growth and social empowerment of its citizens, we remain equally focused on building our defence capability that safeguards our sovereignty and territorial integrity."

The President said the two units are being presented the Standard for their selfless devotion, professionalism and courage in the face of adversity. The nation honours them with a deep sense of gratitude and appreciation, he added.

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