Rajnath Singh Emphasizes Mental Strength for Soldiers
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Synopsis
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasizes the dual importance of mental strength and combat skills for soldiers, urging the need for spiritual empowerment and mental health initiatives amidst modern warfare challenges.
Key Takeaways
- Modern warfare demands both combat skills and mental strength.
- Soldiers face unique challenges that require spiritual empowerment.
- Initiatives like Brahma Kumaris are crucial for enhancing mental health.
- Physical and mental fortitude are equally vital for soldiers.
- Programs aimed at self-empowerment can lead to better mental well-being.
New Delhi, April 21 (NationPress) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh remarked on Monday that the demands of contemporary warfare necessitate that soldiers not only hone their combat skills but also attain a high level of mental stability and spiritual empowerment.
Speaking at an event held at the Brahma Kumaris Headquarters in Mount Abu, the Defence Minister indicated that modern conflicts are increasingly occurring across cyber, space, information, and psychological domains, making it essential for soldiers to cultivate strong mental fortitude.
He commended the Brahma Kumaris for their initiative aimed at enhancing mental health among soldiers, calling it a significant move in this direction.
According to the Defence Minister, the protection of the nation stems not only from advanced weapons but also from a robust personality, heightened consciousness, and awareness.
Rajnath Singh emphasized that while physical prowess is crucial for soldiers, mental strength holds equal importance.
He noted that soldiers face challenging conditions while safeguarding the nation, and overcoming these difficulties requires energy derived from a solid inner self.
The Defence Minister further stated that prolonged stress, unpredictability, and adverse working environments can negatively impact mental health, necessitating the fortification of one’s inner self.
This initiative, he added, aims to further empower soldiers' minds amid the current global geopolitical landscape.
Highlighting the Brahma Kumaris’ initiative, he mentioned that the campaign's theme, ‘Self-Empowerment - Through Inner Awakening’ is both compelling and pertinent in today’s context.
“Transformation through meditation, yoga, positive thinking, and self-dialogue will equip our courageous soldiers with mental, emotional, and spiritual strength,” he articulated.
Rajnath Singh portrayed spirituality and yoga, deeply rooted in Indian culture, as the primary tools for enhancing mental well-being and managing stress, anxiety, and emotional upheaval.
He asserted that a vigilant and resilient soldier serves as a beacon for the nation, capable of weathering any storm with resolve.
The Defence Minister acknowledged the Security Service Wing of the Brahma Kumaris for their efforts in supporting security forces through various programs including residential, field, and online initiatives, as well as targeted campaigns and projects tailored to specific forces.
During the event, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare under the Ministry of Defence and the Headquarters SSW, Rajyoga Education and Research Foundation of the Brahma Kumaris, in the presence of Rajnath Singh.
The objective is to assist Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) beneficiaries in achieving improved mental health while minimizing reliance on medications.
