The Department of Defence and Strategic Sciences at Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) is set to host the esteemed ‘General BC Joshi Memorial Lecture’ on November 27 at 5 PM, featuring a keynote address by Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi (PVSM AVSM ADC). The lecture will focus on the significant role and contributions of the Indian Army towards the development of India.
General BC Joshi, a revered figure in the Indian Armed Forces, was noted for his sensitivity to crucial issues surrounding national integration, fundamental values, and the civility inherent in Indian culture. He was also an advocate for environmental protection and thoughtful approaches to national security decision-making. Following his untimely passing in 1994, SPPU, in collaboration with the headquarters of the Southern Command, established this annual lecture series in 1995 to commemorate his vision and contributions.
Prof. Parag Kalkar, the pro-vice-chancellor of SPPU, elaborated on the importance of the memorial lecture series, emphasizing General Joshi’s lasting legacy and the relevance of his values in today’s context. Notably, previous speakers in this series have included high-ranking officials such as Admiral Karambir Singh, General Bipin Rawat, Admiral Arun Prakash, and General KV Krishna Rao, who have all contributed valuable insights into the security landscape of the nation.
For the upcoming lecture, the vice-chancellor of SPPU, Prof. Suresh Gosavi, along with Prof. Parag Kalkar as the guest of honour, will be present. The chief convener of the event will be Vijay Khare, the head of the Department of Defence and Strategic Sciences.
This event is poised to attract attention from students, faculty, and military officials, marking another significant occasion in the university’s commitment to fostering discourse on defense and strategic studies, as well as honoring the legacy of General BC Joshi.
