Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas

Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas

By Dr Arvind Kumar

Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas or National Security Day is observed on 4 March each year. This day is dedicated to security forces and structure of India which safeguards India’s borders and help maintain internal peace and security in the time of adversity. This day reminds us of the innmerable sacrifices made by our security forces while combating against the external threat and internal insurgecy. Keeping in view India’s geographic size, long land borfers, vast coastal line and offshore installations, the role of security forces assumes added significance in ensuring security of the nation internally as well as externally.

Burgeoning population, religious and cultural diversity and resilient economy call for internal peace, communal harmony and political stability. Disgruntled organizations, insurgent groups and terrorist outfits, both within and outside the country, always try to break down the unity of India. However, our brave Jawans, commandos, local police and para-military forces always do their best to thwart the sisnister designs of such elements. Ensuring national security and territorial integrity of India is not only the responsibility of our Jawans, but every citizen has to share this responsibility by working hard with dedication and honesty in one’s own field. Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas is the solemn occasion to remind each one of us about our personal duties toward the country. More welfare measures are required for our security forces to attract the best talent available.