Kachchh (Gujarat): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Conducts Shastra Pooja at Bhuj Military Base on Vijayadashami
On Thursday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh conducted the Shastra Pooja ceremony at the Bhuj Military Base to mark the occasion of Vijayadashami. The event was also graced by Chief General Upendra Dwivedi and Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, Commander of the Southern Army.
About the L-70 Air Defence Gun
During the ceremony, the L-70 Air Defence (AD) gun, which played a significant role in Operation Sindoor, was specially presented to the Defence Minister. The L-70 AD gun demonstrated exceptional effectiveness during the operation, capable of firing 300 rounds per minute and engaging targets up to 3,500 meters away. Its performance was crucial in shooting down Pakistani drones.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s Statement
Speaking about the success of Operation Sindoor, Rajnath Singh stated, “Whether it is terrorism or any other kind of problem, today we have the capability to deal with and defeat it. During Operation Sindoor, Pakistan made a failed attempt to breach India’s defence system from Leh to this area of Sir Creek. India’s armed forces completely exposed the Pakistani air defence system and sent a message to the world that India’s armed forces can inflict heavy damage on Pakistan whenever, wherever, and however they wish.”
The Defence Minister addressed the soldiers before the Shastra Pooja, emphasizing the symbolic and practical significance of the ceremony. He said, “When we worship a weapon, we also pledge to use this power only to protect dharma and justice. Lord Rama demonstrated this resolve in his life. When he fought against Ravana, for him, that war was not merely a means to victory, but a means to establish dharma.”
He further added, “Even when the Mahabharata war was fought under the guidance of Lord Krishna, its objective was not to ensure victory for the Pandavas, but rather to establish Dharma. The worship of weapons symbolises that India not only worships weapons, but also knows how to use them when the time comes.”
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