India does not provoke any country, nor does it spare anyone who tries to harm its unity and integrity, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh told students in Manipal that the world is acknowledging the power of India’s young minds, with major companies such as Google, Microsoft, Adobe and IBM hiring Indians at respectable positions

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh told students in Manipal that India does not provoke any country, and at the same time will not spare anyone who tries to harm the country’s unity and integrity.

Addressing the 30th convocation of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) in Manipal on Friday, November 18, Mr. Singh said that India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is now being heard with attention and seriousness on international platforms.

Mr. Singh said: “… India has led the world on issues like terrorism and has been successful in garnering support to root out the menace. The countries, which use terrorism as a tool, are now well aware of India’s capabilities. India does not provoke any country, nor does it spare anyone who tries to harm its unity and integrity...”

Describing the present era as knowledge-intensive and constantly evolving, the Defence Minister called for upgrading the quality and quantity of human capital, pivotal for the development of a country. Technological capabilities and innovative flair of citizens is the most decisive factor in taking a nation forward, he said, stressing that the government is providing proper educational and employment opportunities to the youth.

He asked youth to innovate, develop new technologies and set up companies, research establishments and start-ups in the country to realise Mr. Modi’s vision of a strong and self-reliant ‘New India’.

Mr. Singh stated that the world is acknowledging the power of the country’s young minds, with major companies such as Google, Microsoft, Adobe and IBM hiring Indians at respectable positions.