I agree with you. Strengthening Army is as important as Swatch Bharat. If Swatch Bharat keeps the country  clean,  A strengthened Army keeps the Country safe and secure. In the background of a hostile country in our neighbor and the rapid spread of ISIS, it is highly essential to strengthen the Army. Modi should not compromise with this issue.

Strengthening the army and raising morale of the men in all three services should be the topmost priority of our government. I truly sincerely hope that Modi realises this and does all that is needed to do so!

This is disgusting. A former army Chief is in Union cabinet. He could advise his cabinet colleagues about needs and aspirations of armed forces. I am also surprised as to why the former army chief is not Defence minister.  

Why can't the privileges of the defence forces be defined  once and for all. It is the Civil Service which is the culprit. They want control over everything as they feel they are the real rulers of the country and politicians are pilgrims

Gulshan Kumar Ajmani wrote:

This is disgusting. A former army Chief is in Union cabinet. He could advise his cabinet colleagues about needs and aspirations of armed forces. I am also surprised as to why the former army chief is not Defence minister.  

A good suggestion sir. An Army man can understand better about the importance of Army in safeguarding the borders as well as giving its services during Natural calamities like cyclones and floods.

When he was in the Army he was fighting for getting one more years service and rest of time he was following the Tatra truck deals (what happened?). So wisely he has not been given defence. He also appears to be a person with a vindictive nature.

India needs an efficient Task Master as the Defense Minister. with a strong motive to lend all those aspects which contribute to security of the Nation. Nothing else.

There is absolutely no doubt that Armed forces are the backbone of our country and they should be looked after well, both while in service and after ..However, this issue is not a new one, has been there during the previous so many decades. From what I read and perceive talks are on and I guess both sides should take a step forward. What happens in the US is a different matter and it may or may not happen , however, even there the armed forces do have dissatisfaction and the general feeling is that they don't get enough for the service rendered like here !

It is most disturbing,unfortunate and scandalous that members of the most distinguished service have to hit the roads,return their cherished medals earned and won through excellent service to the nation to press for their demands.It becomes all the poignant when we see that their civilan counterparts are showered with goodies for their questionable service or shall it be aptly dubbed as downright disservice! The simmering discontent among service personnel is a known fact but now it is threatened to be confrontational! Hope power that be realises sooner than later that putting out a fire is a much better option than playing with it!!!

Going by the happenings going on at the border, which became a regular feature, further emphasizes, how important is the role of Army to keep the country safe and secure. Latest news says, a fierce encounter is on between the Armed forces and the terrorists, at Baramulla sector. Two terrorists reportedly belonging to Hizbul  Mujahideen are holed up in the area and efforts are being made to smoke them out.. Undoubtedly Army's role is indispensable. Modii should realize at the earliest and act.

The slogan, " Jai Jawan Jai Kisan " should not be allowed to remain as a mere slogan. It should be kept alive.