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AOC-in-C calls on Arunachal Guv, discusses national security, defence preparedness

Itanagar, July 8 (UNI) Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C), Eastern Air Command, Shillong, Air Marshal Surat Singh, called on Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General (Retd) KT Parnaik at Raj Bhavan, Itanagar, on today.
During the meeting, they held wide-ranging discussions on issues related to national security, regional defence preparedness, and effective disaster management, especially in the context of Arunachal Pradesh’s challenging terrain and vulnerability during the monsoon season, a communique from the Raj Bhavan said.
Acknowledging the crucial role and inspiring presence of the Indian Armed Forces across the frontier state, the governor urged the Air Marshal to intensify engagement with local youth, particularly those residing near Advanced Landing Grounds (ALGs) to encourage them to pursue careers in the Armed Forces.
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