National

Rajnath Singh takes charge as Defence Minister

Minister of State for Defence Shripad Naik, Defence Secretary Sanjay Mitra and top officials of the ministry accorded a warm welcome to Singh.

migrator

New Delhi

Rajanth Singh on Saturday took charge as the defence minister and immediately held a meeting with the top military brass.

Minister of State for Defence Shripad Naik, Defence Secretary Sanjay Mitra and top officials of the ministry accorded a warm welcome to Singh.

After taking charge, the former home minister held a meeting with Army chief Gen Bipin Rawat, IAF chief Air Chief Marshal B S Dhanoa and newly appointed Navy chief Karambir Singh.

The defence secretary and several other senior officials of the ministry were also present at the meeting.

Visit news.dtnext.in to explore our interactive epaper!

Download the DT Next app for more exciting features!

Click here for iOS

Click here for Android

Also Read

TN Cabinet to meet on Jan 6 ahead of Assembly session; key decisions expected

Tamil medium till class 5, Union Minister insists on NEP in Tamil Nadu

TN contract nurses end protest after government assures permanent appointments

Vande Bharat sleeper train clears 180 kmph high-speed trial

Khaleda Zia laid to rest as thousands of mourners bid emotional farewell to BNP patriarch