President Droupadi Murmu Meets Army Chiefs at UN Peacekeeping Conclave: Calls for United Global Effort to Build a Safer, Peaceful World.
New Delhi:
The Chiefs and Vice-Chiefs of Army Staff from countries contributing troops to United Nations peacekeeping missions called on President of India, Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan today during the ongoing Army Chiefs’ Conclave for UN Troop Contributing Countries. The dignitaries were accompanied by their spouses.
During her address, President Murmu praised the attending military leaders as “proud representatives of the best values and ethos of their respective nations,” acknowledging the rich experience and shared resolve for sustainable peace and global prosperity they bring to the table.
“Together as Custodians of Peace”
In a moving appeal, President Murmu emphasized the role of collective global leadership in conflict resolution and peace-building:
“Together as custodians of peace, we should enable a world where every child sleeps in safety, every community thrives in harmony, and conflicts are relegated to the pages of history,” she said.
She applauded the courage and compassion of UN Peacekeepers, who have served in 71 missions worldwide, often under difficult and dangerous circumstances, bringing relief to the most vulnerable populations, especially women, children, and the elderly.
India’s Leadership in UN Peacekeeping
Highlighting India’s longstanding commitment, the President reaffirmed that India, as the world’s largest democracy, has always stood for multilateralism and the principles of the United Nations Charter.
“India is proud to be a steadfast contributor to UN peacekeeping since its inception. Our peacekeepers have served with distinction in some of the most challenging operations globally,” she said.
President Murmu also highlighted India’s strides in gender inclusion, noting that women peacekeepers have played a transformative role in empowering local communities and fostering trust, setting a powerful example for global forces.
Strengthening the Voice of Troop Contributing Nations
President Murmu called for the development of frameworks that amplify the voice of troop-contributing countries in peacekeeping operations. She stressed the importance of active engagement with local stakeholders to ensure peace efforts are community-led and sustainable, rather than imposed.
A Platform for Collaboration
The President expressed her confidence that the Army Chiefs’ Conclave and similar forums will foster:
- Innovative ideas
- Stronger military cooperation
- Enduring friendships across borders
She noted that such gatherings reinforce shared global responsibilities and enhance the effectiveness of peacekeeping operations by building mutual understanding and unity of purpose.
The Army Chiefs’ Conclave, being held in India, brings together senior military leadership from UN Troop Contributing Countries (TCCs) to deliberate on the future of peacekeeping, operational challenges, and collaborative frameworks.
