BRO Must Incorporate Latest Technologies for Construction of Roads, Bridges and Tunnels – Parrikar
The Defence Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar has emphasized the need to incorporate the latest technologies in solving the challenges and enhancing the pace of construction of roads, bridges and tunnels in the inaccessible and far-flung border areas, which is a major problem faced by Border Roads Organisation (BRO). He was addressing the inaugural function of a two-day ‘International Seminar on New Construction Materials Techniques and Design in Bridge, Tunnel and Road Construction Suitable for Infrastructure Development in Inaccessible Border Area’ at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt, today. The Minister said, construction materials which behave normal in plain areas may not be conducive in the extreme cold climate of high altitude areas. He stressed the need for the application of nanotechnology which will be of great use in soil stabilisation, being a pre-requisite for construction of roads and tunnels in such areas. Shri Parrikar appreciated the efforts of BRO for introduction of latest technologies for improving the efficacy and pace of construction in the various projects undertaken by the organisation. The Minister also released a souvenir on the occasion. The seminar is being organised by BRO in partnership with Indian Institution of Bridge Engineers, Delhi State Centre (IIBE, DSC) and in collaboration with Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, National Highways Authority of India, Central Public Works Department and Ministry of Railways.
Speaking on the occasion the Director General Border Roads Lt Gen RM Mittal said road construction has become very vital in infrastructure development of the country. He said for enhancing its efficacy the BRO has not only imparted training to its officers in India and abroad to hone their skills, but also has introduced new technologies in the construction of roads, bridges and tunnels in the recent months.
The aim of this seminar is to evaluate and identify latest techniques and construction materials for building roads, bridges and tunnels, thereby enhancing the speed of the construction and to meet the strategic needs of the Army in border areas. It will also address the issues pertaining to the regulatory mechanism and procedural hurdles for enhancing the use of latest technologies and materials in the construction industry. Chairman of IIBE, DSC Lt Gen (Retd) AK Puri and Managing Director of Tandon Consultants Pvt. Ltd Prof. Mahesh Tandon also addressed the gathering.
Later the Defence Minister visited the exhibition stalls set up by various engineering companies displaying their products.
Speaking on the occasion the Director General Border Roads Lt Gen RM Mittal said road construction has become very vital in infrastructure development of the country. He said for enhancing its efficacy the BRO has not only imparted training to its officers in India and abroad to hone their skills, but also has introduced new technologies in the construction of roads, bridges and tunnels in the recent months.
The aim of this seminar is to evaluate and identify latest techniques and construction materials for building roads, bridges and tunnels, thereby enhancing the speed of the construction and to meet the strategic needs of the Army in border areas. It will also address the issues pertaining to the regulatory mechanism and procedural hurdles for enhancing the use of latest technologies and materials in the construction industry. Chairman of IIBE, DSC Lt Gen (Retd) AK Puri and Managing Director of Tandon Consultants Pvt. Ltd Prof. Mahesh Tandon also addressed the gathering.
Later the Defence Minister visited the exhibition stalls set up by various engineering companies displaying their products.
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Joint Press Release
AUSINDEX-15
AUSINDEX-15
The inaugural Bilateral Maritime Exercise between India and Australia, AUSINDEX-15 is being conducted off the East Coast of India from 11 – 19 September 15. The exercise would be be jointly inaugurated by Rear Admiral Jonathan Mead, Head Navy Capability Royal Australian Navy (RAN) and Rear Admiral Ajendra Bahadur Singh, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet onboard INS Shivilak at Visakhapatnam.
The maritime exercise is a tangible sign that will strengthen defence co-operation between the two countries as envisaged in the Framework for Security Co-operation announced by the Australian and Indian Prime Ministers in 2014. The week-long Bilateral Maritime Exercise comprising RAN ships HMAS Sirius (Fleet tanker), HMAS Arunta (Anzac class frigate), and HMAS Sheean (Collins class submarine) arrived Visakhapatnam on 11 September 15. The Indian Navy would be represented by INS Shivalik (stealth frigate), INS Ranvijay (guided missile destroyer) and INS Shakti (Fleet tanker). In addition, one Royal Australian Air Force P3C Orion surveillance aircraft and Indian Navy’s P8I Maritime Patrol Aircraft will operate from Chennai during the exercise.
The exercise is aimed at strengthening professional interaction, both in harbour and at sea and would be a start for attaining interoperability between the two navies.
Both navies have a mutual interest in promoting peace and prosperity in the Indian Ocean and this is a natural progress of our Navy-to-Navy relationship, given our shared maritime security interests.
The exercise will start with a Harbour Phase encompassing briefings and practical demonstrations along with professional interactions. This would progress to a Sea Phase which would include Fleet manoeuvres, gun firings as well as coordinated anti-submarine exercises.
The AUSINDEX would be a biennial event intended to strengthen maritime cooperation between the nations and further the ability to undertake regional joint and/or combined operations such as Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief.
The maritime exercise is a tangible sign that will strengthen defence co-operation between the two countries as envisaged in the Framework for Security Co-operation announced by the Australian and Indian Prime Ministers in 2014. The week-long Bilateral Maritime Exercise comprising RAN ships HMAS Sirius (Fleet tanker), HMAS Arunta (Anzac class frigate), and HMAS Sheean (Collins class submarine) arrived Visakhapatnam on 11 September 15. The Indian Navy would be represented by INS Shivalik (stealth frigate), INS Ranvijay (guided missile destroyer) and INS Shakti (Fleet tanker). In addition, one Royal Australian Air Force P3C Orion surveillance aircraft and Indian Navy’s P8I Maritime Patrol Aircraft will operate from Chennai during the exercise.
The exercise is aimed at strengthening professional interaction, both in harbour and at sea and would be a start for attaining interoperability between the two navies.
Both navies have a mutual interest in promoting peace and prosperity in the Indian Ocean and this is a natural progress of our Navy-to-Navy relationship, given our shared maritime security interests.
The exercise will start with a Harbour Phase encompassing briefings and practical demonstrations along with professional interactions. This would progress to a Sea Phase which would include Fleet manoeuvres, gun firings as well as coordinated anti-submarine exercises.
The AUSINDEX would be a biennial event intended to strengthen maritime cooperation between the nations and further the ability to undertake regional joint and/or combined operations such as Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief.
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Golden Jubilee Commemorative Exhibition and Carnival of 1965 Indo Pak War at India Gate Lawns from 15 to 20 Sep 15
The Indian Armed Forces are organising a series of events to mark the Golden Jubilee of the 1965 Indo - Pak War. A total of six events are being organised to pay tribute to the collective resolve of the nation and the valour & sacrifice of The Armed Forces. The commemoration events were kicked off on 28 Aug, with the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces laying a wreath at The Amar Jawan Jyoti. On this very day 50 years ago the Indian Armed Forces had captured the strategic Hajipir Pass in response to Pakistan’s Operation Gibraltar, aimed at wresting Kashmir by sending in armed infiltrators. This was followed by a two day Seminar on 01 and 02 Sep 15 where the lessons of the War were revisited. On 01 Sep 65, Pakistan had launched Operation Grand Slam to severe Rajouri and Punch from rest of the country.
The major attraction is a six day long Exhibition (Shauryanjali ) in the India Gate lawns from 15 to 20 Sep 15. The Exhibition is open to general public and inter alia recreates major battle scenes of the War & show cases the role of various arms and services during the War. Enclosures are also being established by CRPF, Media, Prasar Bharti and International Red Cross who had a major role to play during the War. A documentary film on the War would also be shown during the Exhibition. Food Courts, Souvenir Shops and Tableaux are being also planned for a wholesome experience. The Armed Forces Symphony Band would be performing at the India Gate lawns in the evening, around sunset, on all days. The Exhibition timings are from 9AM to 9PM everyday with a reserved institutional slot from 9AM to 11AM for students, institutions and departments. Entry is free for the Exhibition which is spread over an area of approximately 50,000 square meters in air conditioned pavilions. Shuttle buses would be run every 10 minutes from the parking areas in C Hexagon India Gate, National Stadium & Pragati Maidan for the convenience of the general public.
As a culmination of the Exhibition, a Carnival ( Indradhanush ) is being organised on 20 Sep. The day long event would have martial displays by service contingents and music and dance shows by event management companies. On the spot painting competitions, reality and magic shows are also planned during the Carnival. A 100 piece symphony band from Mayo College would also be performing during the Carnival.
Shauryanjali is a befitting tribute to the spirit, valour and sacrifice of the 1965 veterans in particular who defied odds and played a major role in successfully countering our adversaries’ designs in 1965.
Visitors are advised not to carry any bags or prohibited items when visiting the Exhibition and Carnival.
The major attraction is a six day long Exhibition (Shauryanjali ) in the India Gate lawns from 15 to 20 Sep 15. The Exhibition is open to general public and inter alia recreates major battle scenes of the War & show cases the role of various arms and services during the War. Enclosures are also being established by CRPF, Media, Prasar Bharti and International Red Cross who had a major role to play during the War. A documentary film on the War would also be shown during the Exhibition. Food Courts, Souvenir Shops and Tableaux are being also planned for a wholesome experience. The Armed Forces Symphony Band would be performing at the India Gate lawns in the evening, around sunset, on all days. The Exhibition timings are from 9AM to 9PM everyday with a reserved institutional slot from 9AM to 11AM for students, institutions and departments. Entry is free for the Exhibition which is spread over an area of approximately 50,000 square meters in air conditioned pavilions. Shuttle buses would be run every 10 minutes from the parking areas in C Hexagon India Gate, National Stadium & Pragati Maidan for the convenience of the general public.
As a culmination of the Exhibition, a Carnival ( Indradhanush ) is being organised on 20 Sep. The day long event would have martial displays by service contingents and music and dance shows by event management companies. On the spot painting competitions, reality and magic shows are also planned during the Carnival. A 100 piece symphony band from Mayo College would also be performing during the Carnival.
Shauryanjali is a befitting tribute to the spirit, valour and sacrifice of the 1965 veterans in particular who defied odds and played a major role in successfully countering our adversaries’ designs in 1965.
Visitors are advised not to carry any bags or prohibited items when visiting the Exhibition and Carnival.
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