New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday met Military Engineer Services (MES) officer trainees at Rashtrapati Bhavan and said the Military Engineer Services are a key pillar of India’s defence infrastructure. She told the young officers that their skill, discipline and hard work are essential for helping India’s soldiers, sailors and air warriors do their jobs effectively.
Details of President Murmu MES Officer Trainees Meeting
President Murmu addressed the trainees and underlined the importance of MES in India’s defence setup. She said MES helps build and maintain strategic military infrastructure, which directly supports the operational readiness of the Armed Forces.
She said the work of MES officers is not only technical in nature, but also deeply connected to national security because the infrastructure they create helps the armed forces defend the country more effectively and efficiently.
President Murmu MES Officer Trainees Meeting: Key Messages
The President asked the young officers to maintain the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, technical excellence and dedication to duty. She also encouraged them to:
- Embrace innovation
- Use emerging technologies
- Aim for excellence in every project
- Support India’s self-reliance in defence
- Adopt environmentally sustainable practices in construction and maintenance
Why MES Matters for India’s Defence System
The President described MES as the “backbone of defence infrastructure” in India. MES plays a major role in building and maintaining:
- Military stations
- Strategic installations
- Defence buildings and facilities
- Support infrastructure for the Army, Navy and Air Force
This makes MES a silent but critical support system behind frontline military readiness.
Focus on Self-Reliance and Made-in-India Push
President Murmu linked the role of MES to India’s larger push for self-reliance in defence. She said that in a world shaped by conflict and geopolitical tensions, self-reliance is now a strategic necessity for every country.
She referred to Operation Sindoor as an example of why indigenous defence capabilities, advanced technology and a strong domestic industrial base are important for national preparedness and strategic effectiveness. She also noted with satisfaction that MES is promoting and using Made in India products.
Green Engineering Also a National Duty
The President also placed strong emphasis on sustainability. She said climate change and environmental challenges have made sustainable development a necessity, not a choice.
She told MES officers that as engineers, they have a responsibility to bring environmentally friendly practices into planning, construction and maintenance work. According to her, their contribution should help build not just a secure India, but also a clean, green and sustainable India.
