Lieutenant General VMB Krishnan, Quarter Master General (QMG) of the Indian Army, undertook a two-day visit to Jaipur Military Station under the Sapta Shakti Command on March 7-8, 2025. During his visit, he engaged in discussions with Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh, Army Commander, Sapta Shakti Command, focusing on key Pan-Indian Army initiatives concerning infrastructure development, land management, and environmental protection.
Jaipur Military Station, which operates under the South Western Command, has been at the forefront of sustainability and eco-friendly military development. A notable achievement is its Plastic Waste Road Initiative, which has made it the second military station in India to construct a road using plastic waste. Inaugurated on June 26, 2024, by Major General R S Godara, the 100-meter-long road exemplifies the Indian Army’s commitment to green infrastructure and environmental sustainability.
Lt Gen Krishnan was apprised of how the plastic waste road enhances durability, reduces wear and tear, and minimizes water induction, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional road construction methods. These efforts are in alignment with the Indian Army’s larger environmental sustainability goals, reinforcing its role in fostering eco-conscious military infrastructure.
The discussions also included broader infrastructural enhancements at Jaipur Military Station, which plays a pivotal role in strategic operations, administration, training, and the welfare of military personnel and their families. The station, which falls under the South Western Command, is integral to India’s operational readiness along the Western Indo-Pak border, serving both operational and non-operational functions.
Lt Gen Krishnan’s visit underscores the Army’s commitment to modernization, sustainability, and long-term infrastructure development, ensuring that Indian military stations evolve as self-sufficient, resilient, and environmentally responsible hubs. His interactions with the Sapta Shakti Command leadership further reaffirm the Indian Army’s mission to integrate sustainability into its strategic and operational framework.
