President of India Mrs. Droupadi Murmu awards President’s Colours to College of Defence Management, Secunderabad
New Delhi. The President of India Mrs.. Droupadi Murmu awarded the President’s Colours to the College of Defence Management (CDM), Secunderabad on December 20, marking a historic milestone in the journey of the institute. The premier defence institute is dedicated to shaping senior leadership of the Indian Armed Forces. The presentation of President’s Colours, the highest award to any defence institution, acknowledges the college’s outstanding contributions to professional military education.
The President of India also released the ‘Special Day Cover’ along with a commemorative medallion during the award ceremony. A revised peer reviewed compilation of the strategic guidance drawn from the ancient Indian Knowledge System from 1st Century BCE to 7th Century CE tilted ‘Pearls of Ancient Indian Wisdom’ was also released by the President.
In her address, President Mrs. Droupadi Murmu emphasised the significant contributions made by the College of Defence Management (CDM) since its establishment in 1970.
The President complimented the college’s enduring legacy and its dedication to providing officers with the skills to effectively manage complex military operations, logistics, and resources while embracing new-age technologies and strategies.
The President emphasised upon the need to be adaptive towards absorption of emerging and disruptive technologies and lauded the role that CDM is playing in preparing the future strategic leadership towards imbibing the same.
The President inaugurated the monumental national flag at CDM, marking a significant moment in the institution’s history. The flag, symbolizing India’s strength, unity, and sovereignty, stands as a powerful reminder of the CDM’s commitment to excellence in defence education.
Since its establishment in 1970, CDM Secunderabad has trained officers of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, equipping them with the managerial, leadership, and strategic expertise necessary to meet the challenges of modern warfare. With its evolving curriculum and global partnerships, CDM remains a cornerstone of India’s professional military education system.
