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On the occasion of the **80th Shaurya Diwas of the Indian Army Infantry**, Kendriya Sainik Board extends warm greetings and best wishes to all Infantry personnel, veterans, Veer Naris, and their families. We salute the courage, valour, and supreme sacrifices of our brave soldiers in service to the nation. 🇮🇳
#ShauryaDiwas #IndianArmy #IndianAirForce #IndianNavy #Veterans #KendriyaSainikBoard
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Advancing Digital Transformation for Veterans’ Welfare! 🇮🇳💻
Smt. Sukriti Likhi, IAS, Secretary, ESW, Ministry of Defence along with the ESW team, interacted with Shri T.P. Singh, Principal Advisor & Executive Vice Chairman, BISAG-N, and his team for seeking improvements in the KSB, DGR and ECHS portals dedicated for ex servicemen welfare.
Secretary ESW emphasised the need for efficient, user-friendly digital platforms, supported by robust data infrastructure to help translate user requirements into responsive service delivery.
Shri T.P. Singh suggested some holistic and integrated solutions as the way forward, by leveraging technology to enhance accessibility, simplify and streamline processes for strengthening the welfare services for Ex-Servicemen and their families.
Strengthening Veterans’ Welfare. 🇮🇳
#DESW #DGR #KSB #ECHS #BISAGN #DigitalIndia #VeteransWelfare #DigitalTransformation
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Greetings and best wishes to all our brave Veterans, Veer Naris and their dependents on the auspicious festival of Vijayadashami.
May this sacred festival brings happiness, peace, and prosperity to everyone's life and fosters greater harmony and good will in the society.
Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
#HappyDussehra #DGR #VeteransFirst #VeerNaris #IndianArmedForces
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Smt. Sukriti Likhi, IAS, Secretary, Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, Ministry of Defence, Govt of India interacted with Ex-Servicemen, War Veterans and Veer Naris at the Zilla Sainik Board in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand.
She also visited the District Legal Services Authority office where free legal aid services are provided to ESM.
She reviewed welfare related issues and took valuable suggestions for enhancing welfare of Ex-Servicemen, Veer Naris and their families.
**Our Veterans, Our Pride. 🇮🇳**
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#DESW #DGR #ECHS #KSB #RSB #ExServicemen #VeerNaris #VeteransWelfare #UKGovt
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Smt. Sukriti Likhi, IAS, Secretary Deptt. of Ex Servicemen Welfare, MoD, Govt of India interacted with Ex-Servicemen, War Veterans and Veer Naris at Munsiyari, District Pithoragragh, Uttrakhand today.
She was accompanied by State Govt officers of the Rajya and Zilla Sainik Boards.
She expressed gratitude and felicitated the Veer Naris 🇮🇳 and Veterans.
Veterans provided their valuable suggestions to further strengthen welfare delivery for ESM.
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Smt. Sukriti Likhi, IAS, Secretary, Dept of Ex Servicemen Welfare, MoD interacted with Ex-Servicemen, War Veterans and Veer Naris at Military Hospital, Bhopal today. She was accompanied by Maj Gen Vikas Lal GoC Paschim MP sub-area; Maj Gen SBK Singh, DG Resettlement; Dy MD ECHS, Secretary Kendriya Sainik Board and Director Rajya Sainik Board, MP.
She expressed gratitude and felicitated our War Veterans and Veer Naris 🇮🇳 Veterans provided their valuable suggestions to further strengthen welfare delivery for ESM.
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Capt (IN) Shashvat Poornanand from Kendriya Sainik Board attended the Annual General Meeting of Veterans Sailors Forum (VSF) held on 11 Oct 20226 at Zila Sainik Board Vishakhapatnam and interacted with Veterans and their dependents
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94 years of courage.
94 years of excellence.
94 years of safeguarding the nation.
On #IndianAirForceDay, we salute the brave Air Warriors who guard our skies with courage, commitment and unwavering resolve. 🇮🇳 Jai Hind!
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As part of Swachhta Pakhwada 2026, Air Cmde VP Singh, Secy-KSB, administered the Swachhta Pledge to the officials of KSB, reinforcing the secretariat's continued commitment to cleanliness, efficiency, and good governance.
#SwachhBharat #KSB #SwachhataPakhwada2026 #SwachhtaPledge
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Strengthening Veteran Welfare in Assam,The 49th SMC Meeting of ESM Welfare & AFFD Fund was held today at Guwahati under the Chairmanship of Hon’ble Governor of Assam, Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya reaffirming
commitment to 2 Lakh+ veteran fraternity of Assam #AssamVeteran #AFFDF
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On Teachers' Day, Kendriya Sainik Board honors the mentors who build strong character and guide our youth. Thank you for educating and empowering the leaders of tomorrow. Explore welfare schemes at ksb.gov.in #TeachersDay #KSB #ExServicemenWelfare
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On the auspicious occasion of Janmashtami, Kendriya Sainik Board extends warm greetings to all veterans, serving personnel, and their families. May Lord shower peace, joy, and prosperity on all. 🪈✨ #HappyJanmashtami #KSB #VeteransWelfare
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The 24th Rajya Sainik Board meeting in Kohima was presided over by Hon’ble Governor Shri Nand Kishore Yadav, alongside CM Shri Neiphiu Rio.
Secy KSB Air Cmde Vinay Pratap Singh, IG Assam Rifles & #DGR reps attended to drive Ex-Servicemen welfare initiatives. #KSB #ESMwelfare
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Honoring the thread of love, security, and lifelong protection. KSB is dedicated to caring for our brave veterans & their families today and every day. Warm wishes on Happy Raksha Bandhan! 🇮🇳🤝 #RakshaBandhan2025 #IndianArmedForces #Welfare
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KSB salutes the valour of our Ex-Servicemen and pledges to continue dedicated welfare support for our heroes & their dependents 🇮🇳🇮🇳
#स्वतंत्रता_दिवस
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On the 80th Independence Day, KSB honors the heroes who guarded our nation’s freedom. We remain devoted to serving our Ex-Servicemen & their families through care, support & welfare initiatives. #ExServicemen #KSB #IndependenceDay2026 #ArmedForcesVeterans
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On this #IndependenceDay, KSB reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the welfare and empowerment of our brave veterans and their dependents. Their service continues to inspire the Nation! #ExServicemen #KSB #NationFirst
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"We Serve, We Protect, We Honour." Today, Gangtok witnesses the inauguration of the Rajya Sainik Board Office cum Sainik Rest House by Hon'ble CM Shri Prem Singh Tamang (Golay). Dedicated to our brave soldiers! 🫡 #Sikkim #IndianArmedForces #Gangtok
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Remembering the invincible spirit and valor of the heroes of Kargil. Their brave deeds on the heights safeguard our freedom today. We honor their sacrifice and stand strong with our veterans and armed forces community
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KSB stands shoulder-to-shoulder with our brave ex-servicemen and their families. We are deeply committed to ensuring their welfare, simplifying lives, and providing the dedicated support they rightfully deserve. #ServingThoseWhoServed #ESMWelfare
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Supporting those who served the nation. From education grants to medical aid & home loan subsidies, explore the welfare schemes by Kendriya Sainik Board.
Apply here: ksb.gov.in @KSBSectt
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Air Commodore Vinay Pratap Singh, VM F(P), assumed charge as Secretary Kendriya Sainik Board on 01 July 2026. He expressed his resolute and commitment for working towards the welfare of Ex-Servicemen who have served our nation with pride, dedication and valour.🇮🇳
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Brigadier DS Basera,SM,VSM**, superannuated after 33 years of distinguished service in the Indian Army. As Secretary of the Kendriya Sainik Board, he oversaw the enhancement of Welfare Grants and the record disbursement of welfare benefits. KSB wishes him good health and success.
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A special Yoga session was held on International Yoga Day for ex-servicemen & Sainik Welfare staff at Hamirpur, HP.
Renowned expert Col A.D. Sharma (Retd), 2000 Olympic Chief de Mission, led the session focusing on physical & mental fitness.
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Officers and Staff of KSB observed the 12th International Yoga Day at CSRH, Naraina. The event reflected this year’s theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” emphasizing the importance of yoga in fostering holistic well-being.
#InternationalYogaDay #YogaForHealthyAgeing #KSB
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"On this International Day of Yoga, let’s commit to a healthier future! 🧘♂️ Embrace yoga as a simple daily practice to boost your flexibility, strength, and overall well-being. It’s never too late to start your journey toward healthy ageing. #InternationalDayOfYoga #YogaForLife"
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ZSWO Una ,conducted an outreach programme at Sapouri Village, Amb. 16 ESM & 5 widows/dependents attended. Major issues like SPARSH migration, e-PPO, & name corrections were addressed, resolving minor grievances on the spot. We remain committed to supporting our veterans.
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Honoring our veterans and families. Zila Sainik Welfare Office Shimla & Kinnaur held a Grievances Outreach at Reckong Peo for 26 ESMs, widows & dependents. Key issues like SPARSH migration, PPOs, life certificates, and pension cases were successfully resolved
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Assam Governor Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya paid tribute to martyrs at Swaheed Shraddhanjali ceremony in Guwahati
The event also underscored the importance of supporting the families of martyrs and recognising their invaluable contribution #ESM
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35 Ex-Servicemen (ESM) from Distt Kangra attended the Mega Legal Literacy Camp in Dharamshala today. An initiative organized by the HP Judiciary Deptt to #Dharamshala #LegalLiteracy #ExServicemen
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ZSB Vadodara hosted Sneh Milan on 29 May, honouring 08 Veer Naris & community achievers in academics, sports & professions. Sessions on legal aid, career & cyber safety reaffirmed our commitment to veteran welfare. 🙏#SnehMilan #ZSBVadodara #VeerNari #ESM
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District Sainik Welfare Office inaugurated in Samastipur in the presence of DM Shri Roshan Kushwaha, SDM Shri Dileep Kumar, senior officials, Ex-Servicemen & Veer Naris. The initiative will strengthen welfare services for veterans. 🇮🇳
#Samastipur #SainikKalyan
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The inauguration of the District Soldier Welfare Office in Kaimur by the District Magistrate marks a major milestone in ensuring better welfare services for ex-servicemen and their dependents. A proud moment for the entire veteran community. #SoldierWelfare #Veterans #Bihar
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50th SMC meeting of Maharashtra was held on 11 May at Lok Bhavan , Mumbai. Hon'ble Governor Shri Jishnu Dev Varma chaired the meeting & was attended by state govt officials, Sr defence officers and RSB officials. Capt(IN)Satish Kumar attended the meeting on behalf of KSB/ MoD
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Bihar Police invites applications from Ex-Servicemen of Indian Armed Forces & CAPFs for contractual recruitment in Special Auxiliary Police (SAP), Bihar against 15,821 vacancies including JCOs, SAP Jawans & Cooks.
Walk-in rallies from 01–06 June 2026 at Danapur Cantt.
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Dt 09 May 2026.
Ex_Servicemen and Widows of Distt Anantnag with the Distt Administration participated in
Nasha Mukt Kashmir Nasha Mukt apna Jammu Kashmir aur Nasha Mukt apna Bharat Banana hai.
*We Connect*
Team Sainik Welfare (J&K)
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An Employment Drive for ESM was successfully conducted on 07 May 2026 at DSWRO, Vadodara in collaboration with DSSG Bespoke Solutions Pvt. Ltd. under the aegis of RSB, Gujarat State. Around 70 ESM participated in the recruitment drive for opportunities
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A workshop for review of digitisation of all types of welfare schemes for ESM was held at DESW, MOD. JS ESW, Secy KSB, Dirs and officials from RSBs of Chattisgarh, Maharashtra, Gujarat & U P attended the same. Discussion focussed on unified portal for veterans' welfare.
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Hon'ble Governor of Bihar, Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (Retd.) , leads the solemn Wreath Laying ceremony on the 1st Anniversary of 'Op SINDOOR'. A heartfelt tribute to the valor and sacrifice of our bravehearts. We bow to our heroes. #OpSindoor #Bihar #Tribute
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District Legal Services Authority, Kangra, organized a Legal Awareness Programme at Zila Sainik Board Kangra in Dharamshala on 30 April 2026.
Around 70 ex-servicemen, veer naris, widows & dependents participated, reflecting a strong and positive response.
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Smt Sukriti Likhi, Secy Deptt. of Ex Servicemen Welfare, GoI visited ECHS Regional Centre Dehradun & Polyclinic Clement Town, she reviewed healthcare facilities & emphasized quality, accessibility & responsiveness in veteran healthcare. She met ex-servicemen & took feedback.
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DSWRO Vadodara participated in the outreach programme for ESM & dependents conducted at Vadodara (21–23 Apr 2026), facilitating online registrations and resolving welfare/pension issues. A total of 14 registrations and 33 grievances were addressed.
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Sainik Bandhu Meeting was held on 21Apr2026 and chaired by DM Smt Jasjit Kaur . Meeting was attended by 60 ESMs and their dependents.
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Smt Sukriti Likhi, Secretary Deptt. of Ex Servicemen Welfare, Govt of India & Maj Gen Anil Chandel, MD ECHS visited ECHS Regional Centre & Polyclinic Yol to review delivery of veterans’ healthcare in Himachal Pradesh.
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Col Shailender Singh, Dir (Welfare), KSB, attended the 25th Amalgamated Special Fund Meeting &felicitation ceremony of contributors towards AFFD on 21st April 2026, which was presided over by His Excellency, the Governor of MP, Shri Mangubhai Chhaganbhai Patel, in Bhopal.
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Smt Sukriti Likhi, IAS, Secy Ex Servicemen Welfare, MD ECHS and Secy KSB visited Zila Sainik Board Kangra, Dharamshala, interacted with, felicitated and honoured our Veterans, Veer Naaris & Gallantry Awardees.
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Capt (IN) Satish Kumar, Dir (Grievances) KSB visited ZSB Visakhapatnam and interacted with the staff and ESM. Held discussions on grievances related to SPARSH, record updation, legal issues etc. He also called on Rear Admiral Alok Ananda, YSM, FOCEF.
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Capt. (IN) Lalsuonglien Tonsing (Retd.), Dir of Sainik Welfare & Resettlement, Nagaland, called on the Hon'ble Governor Nand Kishor Yadav at Lok Bhavan in Kohima .The interaction highlighted ongoing efforts towards the welfare and resettlement of ESM in the state #ESMwelfare
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Brig N R Babu Dir RSB Telengana called on Hon'ble Governor of Telangana State Sh Shiv Pratap Shukla today to discuss various Welfare, Rehabilitation and Resettlement related issues of ESM to include conduct of SMC meeting #ESMwelfare
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On 08 April 2026, a Public Durbar in Dooru Anantnag united 55 Ex-Servicemen (ESM), Veer Naaris, and a War Pita.The veterans presented key issues to the DC, who pledged full support ,1-on-1 meets & address their issues #ESMwelfare
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Capt (Dr) Satya Prasad Director (FAC ) RSB Andhra Pradesh and Flt Lt M Sri Balaji Asst Account Officer interacted with Brig DS Basera, SM, VSM** - Secy KSB and KSB Staff. During the interaction welfare and benefits of Ex-Servicemen and their dependents were discussed.
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Shri Gulab Chand Kataria , Hon'ble Governor of Punjab chaired the 35th Meeting of RSB ,Punjab held on 30th Mar 2026 at Punjab Lok Bhawan . It was attended by officials from KSB/ MoD , Army, State Govt and RSB.#ESM #VeteransWelfare #ArmedForcesVeterans
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Smt. Sukriti Likhi, Secy DESW visited PRC Mohali, a premier centre for soldiers with spinal injuries. She interacted with residents, families, reviewed rehab & vocational facilities. She lauded their exceptional para-sporting achievements & commitment. #Divyangjan #ParaSport
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*Outreach program VADODARA Guj on 24th Mar by TEAM DSWRO*
As monthly activity total of 61 ESM & widow registrations 26 grievances/pension/record updation queries were addressed.
The process was planned & conducted by profuse msging, individual calls & in sync with the adm
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Ms Beena Vaheed- ED, Shri MVS Sudhakar, GM & ZH and Brig Lalit Joshi-DBA from Bank of Baroda, contributed ₹ 2,00,16000 towards #ArmedForcesFlagDayFund
The cheque was handed over to Brig DS Basera, Secy- KSB.
The fund shall be utilized for assisting education of wards of ESM
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Diversity is our strength; equality is our mission. Happy International Women’s Day to the women who inspire us to reach higher every single day.
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International Women's Day : We salute the women of the Armed Forces community, who serve with dedication as soldiers, mothers, wives & daughters, inspiring all of us.
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ZSB Nadia organised the “We Care for Veterans” Run at Krishnanagar on 01 Mar which received overwhelming response
The participants ran shoulder to shoulder with military veterans of Nadia dist honouring their sacrifices supported by @TheOfficialSBI
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GenUpendraDwivedi , honoured Lt Col Kamalpreet Saggi (Retd), Subedar Maj Sarvanan R (Retd), Craftsman Satpute Dhirajkumar (Retd), Chief Petty Officer Shashi Bhushan Mishra (Retd) and Sergeant Edmund Peter Francis (Retd) with 'Veteran Achievers Award' during his visit to Mumbai
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Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, #ArmyCdrNC, chaired a key meet at #Udhampur with ZSWOs and RSB to boost #ExServicemen & #VeerNaris welfare with focus on Healthcare, resettlement & a stronger civil-military bond. The meet reaffirmed commitment to veterans
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Deeply saddened by the loss of senior veteran Nk L Jagan Reddy who was heading NExCC & worked tirelessly for welfare of ESM . Secy KSB & all KSB staff extend heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. We stand in solidarity during this difficult time
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RSB, Chattisgarh org a District Sainik Welfare Officers’ Conclave which was attended by all ten ZSWOS and addressed long pending issues and concerns of ESM community
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ZSWO Kupwara, in collaboration with the District Adm conducted Mega Awareness Camp for ESMs, Veer Naris and their dependents with aim to sensitize the participants about various welfare and self-employment schemes being implemented in the district for their socio-eco upliftment
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Officers of Kendriya Sainik Board attended the India AI Impact Summit 2026. Additionally, the majority of KSB staff participated in the seminar through online mode on 18-02-2026, enhancing institutional engagement with emerging AI technologies.
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Secy KSB and DGR attended the AI Impact Summit 2026, showcasing India’s leadership in inclusive, development-focused AI under the pillars of People, Progress & Planet.
The summit highlighted AI’s transformative potential for nation-building. #AIImpactSummit #IndiaAI #KSB
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Over 800 citizens across 10 dists walked shoulder to shoulder with our veterans, championing fitness, mental well-being and stronger public recognition of skilled ESM living within our communities.
The initiative generated extensive visibility across all media platforms.
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A landmark was achieved in the field of healthcare for the Ex-Servicemen (ESM) fraternity of Assam, and for the North Eastern region.
A MoA was signed between ECHS Guwahati and Directorate of Sainik Welfare, Assam, with (AIIMS) Guwahati for the empanelment in ECHS
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To honour the Supreme Sacrifice of Hav Hem Lal Kaushik of , Braveheart of Ops Pawan 1987, Capt (IN) AK Sharma Retd DSWO Raipur and his Staff along with ESM community visited village Jabeli Tehsil Kasdol District Baloda Bazar and paid Tribute to the family of Braveheart
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Lt Col Jagmohan Mehra, Jt Dir (Adm & Coord) has been awarded the Chief of Defence Staff Commendation Card for displaying exceptional dedication and professional competence while executing his assigned mandate. Heartiest congratulations on the receipt of this prestigious award 🇮🇳
ALT Lt Col Jagmohan Mehra, Jt Dir (Adm & Coord) has been awarded the Chief of Defence Staff Commendation Card for displaying exceptional dedication and professional competence while executing his assigned mandate. Heartiest congratulations on the receipt of this prestigious award 🇮🇳
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KSB extends warm greetings to all Ranks, Veterans, Civil Defence Employees & their families on the 77th #RepublicDay.
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Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh led the 10th Defence Forces Veterans’ Day celebration on 14th Jan 2026 at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt, paying rich tribute to veterans as the living pillars of national consciousness.Few glimpses
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Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh led the 10th Defence Forces Veterans’ Day celebration on 14th Jan 2026 at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt, paying rich tribute to veterans as the living pillars of national consciousness.Few glimpses
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Shri Santosh Gangwar, Hon'ble Governor of Jharkhand chaired the XVII State Management Committee Meeting held on 06 Jan 2026. It was attended by officials from KSB/ MoD , Army, State Govt and RSB
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Sub Maj (Hony) Alik Nath has been awarded VCOAS Commendation Card for his exemplary performance and dedication towards the responsibility assigned to him for the year 2025 at KSB Sectt. 🇮🇳🇮🇳
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Delegation from @KSBSectt led by Brig DS Basera, calls on Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh (IAS), Def Sec, MoD to affix the flag for the #ArmedForcesFlagDay
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Delegation from @KSBSectt led by Brig DS Basera, calls on General Anil Chauhan, CDS, MoD to affix the flag for the #ArmedForcesFlagDay
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Delegation from @KSBSectt led by Brig DS Basera, calls on General Upendra Dwivedi, COAS, MoD to affix the flag for the #ArmedForcesFlagDay
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