A General writes to his Men! 1. I am writing this DO letter to all GsOC to convey some important issues, which need further dissemination down to the units. Today, all of us in Northern Command are confronted with unique challenges, and the manner in which we face them will determine not only how the Nation views its Army, but more importantly, how we view ourselves. 2. With immense courage and sacrifice, our officers and men have brought the proxy war in J&K under control. However, this peace remains fragile. The situation today is more demanding than the past when terrorist kills were the most important indicator in gauging our achievements. A more nuanced approach, which balances local aspirations with controlling terrorist violence, is to be adopted. While in theory this aspect is largely understood, its application on ground needs further refinement. Conduct/ prosecution of ops needs to change in sync with the environment prevailing. Unfortunately, our metrics for determining success in CI ops have not kept pace with the changing environment, and this too has contributed to some confusion in our minds. I will request all GsOC to focus on training and education of officers and men to drive home the circumstances and the conditions in which we operate and our code of conduct. I cant be too specific as each unit has its own distinct area and requirements, but you all are senior and experienced enough to know and adopt the correct approach. 3. The print, electronic and social media are powerful tools which sway not only public opinion but also the sentiments of our own officers and men. Let us not fall prey to them. The only way to counter this is by our own courage of conviction that what we are doing is professionally correct and honourable. The Army is deployed in J&K to do a job and we will do it to the best of our ability. Mistakes will happen. Let me assure you that I have a clear understanding of the difficulties under which we operate and that nobody will be unfairly harmed. This clear message must go out to all units. 4. Our Armys ethic and values, backed up by a strong military justice system, are the best in the world. These will serve to guide us and also protect us. You and your men are doing an outstanding job in the most exacting of circumstances and your well being is uppermost in my mind. Read more at: indiatoday.intoday.in/story/northern-army-commander-lt-general-ds-hooda-letter-to-trops-on-uri-attack/1/405725.html
Posted on: Mon, 08 Dec 2014 13:11:16 +0000
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