Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan today visited the INA Museum at Moirang, Manipur paying homage to the valour and sacrifice of the Indian National Army (INA). He visited the historic site where the Indian Tricolour was first hoisted on the Indian mainland by the INA and toured the INA War Museum gallery. He also paid floral tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.

Speaking on his visit to Moirang at the School, the Vice-President recalled the historic role of the INA in India’s freedom struggle. He noted that several freedom fighters from across the country, including many from Tamil Nadu, had joined the INA and made the supreme sacrifice for the nation.

He also recalled his recent visit to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, where Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose had hoisted the Indian Tricolour, and said that these historic sites remind the younger generation of the courage, patriotism and sacrifices of India’s freedom fighters.

The Vice-President emphasised that the true legacy of an institution is reflected not merely in its buildings or records, but in the character of its students and alumni. He called upon the cadets to particularly develop discipline, courage and leadership.

“Even if you are less talented, with discipline you will shine,” Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan said, stressing that discipline provides the foundation for excellence. On courage, he said that true courage also means standing up for others when someone is being unnecessarily harmed. On leadership, he emphasised that a true leader accepts responsibility, sets an example, listens to others and has the moral courage to take the right decision.

Highlighting the importance of national integration, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan said that India’s diversity of languages, traditions and regions is united by a shared national identity. He said Sainik Schools have a special role in strengthening the spirit of Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat, as students from diverse backgrounds learn, train, eat and play together.

Referring to the rapid pace of technological change, he urged the cadets to preserve the timeless values of discipline, integrity and patriotism while also becoming adaptable, innovative and technologically aware. He mentioned emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, space technology, biotechnology, cybersecurity and robotics as areas offering new opportunities to the younger generation.