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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Visit Army Units at Bagdogra and Sukna Ahead of Diwali
✍️ The News Mill
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 01:33 PM
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will meet Indian Army personnel at the Bagdogra and Sukna bases in West Bengal as part of pre‑Diwali engagements.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to visit Indian Army units stationed at Bagdogra and Sukna in West Bengal in the days leading up to the Diwali festival. The two locations host key logistical and operational establishments of the army in the northeastern corridor.
The minister’s itinerary aims to boost morale among troops and to review the readiness of forces stationed in the region ahead of the national holiday. Such interactions are customary during festive periods, allowing civilian leadership to acknowledge the contributions of service personnel.
Officials said the visits will also provide an opportunity for Singh to discuss ongoing training, infrastructure upgrades, and welfare measures with senior army officers. The engagements underscore the government's continued focus on strengthening defence preparedness while honoring the armed forces during a culturally significant time.
The minister’s itinerary aims to boost morale among troops and to review the readiness of forces stationed in the region ahead of the national holiday. Such interactions are customary during festive periods, allowing civilian leadership to acknowledge the contributions of service personnel.
Officials said the visits will also provide an opportunity for Singh to discuss ongoing training, infrastructure upgrades, and welfare measures with senior army officers. The engagements underscore the government's continued focus on strengthening defence preparedness while honoring the armed forces during a culturally significant time.