Indian Army Southern Command General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Lt Gen. Dhiraj Seth and Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has discussed civil-military cooperation in disaster preparedness, internal security, and the welfare of ex-servicemen. An official release stated that both sides held meaningful discussions on key issues impacting the region concerning Military-Civil Fusion, Internal Security, Veteran Welfare, Disaster Response and Development Initiatives, besides coordinating long-term support measures for veterans and their families.

The discussions focused on enhancing joint response mechanisms during floods, sharing real-time intelligence inputs to maintain law and order, and coordinating long-term support measures for veterans and their families. The Army’s experience in Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations was also highlighted, with the Chief Minister appreciating its support during natural calamities in Telangana. The two sides stated to have explored ways to align civil and military resources for faster disaster response, especially in vulnerable zones across the state.

The commitment to veteran welfare was highlighted as a shared priority, with a focus on initiatives that safeguard the dignity and well-being of ex-servicemen and their families in the state. Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth reiterated Southern Command’s enduring commitment to strengthening this partnership, ensuring that the Indian Army remains a pillar of support not only in safeguarding the nation but also contributing meaningfully to the progress and prosperity in the region. The interaction reaffirms the Indian Army’s commitment towards achieving robust Military-Civil integration and synergy across the entire spectrum of engagement in the state of Telangana.