General NS Raja Subramani, PVSM, AVSM, SM, VSM, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), visited the Command and Staff College (CSC) at Arusha, Tanzania, as part of his official engagements aimed at strengthening bilateral defence cooperation and military training partnerships between India and Tanzania.
Upon his arrival at the prestigious military training institution, the Chief of Defence Staff was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour, reflecting the close defence ties and mutual respect shared by the armed forces of the two nations.
During the visit, General Raja Subramani interacted with Major General SJ Mnkande, Commandant of the Command and Staff College at Duluti. The discussions focused on ongoing bilateral defence cooperation, particularly India’s continued assistance in ensuring the smooth implementation of various infrastructure and capacity-building projects at the institution.
A major highlight of the visit was the inauguration of several modern training and recreational facilities developed with assistance from the Government of India. The CDS inaugurated a modern gymnasium, eight syndicate rooms and a sand model room, marking another milestone in India’s contribution to strengthening Tanzania’s military training infrastructure.
The newly inaugurated syndicate rooms are expected to facilitate professional military education, group discussions, operational planning exercises and collaborative learning among officers undergoing training at the college. The sand model room will support military instruction by providing a practical environment for studying terrain, tactical deployments and operational scenarios.
The modern gymnasium will further enhance the institution’s physical training infrastructure, supporting the fitness and overall development of military personnel attending professional courses.
India and Tanzania share longstanding defence relations encompassing military training, professional exchanges, capacity building and institutional cooperation. India’s support for the Command and Staff College reflects its broader commitment to strengthening defence partnerships with African nations through training assistance and infrastructure development.
The visit also highlighted the importance of sustained military-to-military engagement in promoting professional cooperation, exchanging operational knowledge and developing stronger institutional relationships between the Indian Armed Forces and the Tanzania People’s Defence Force.
Through such initiatives, India continues to reinforce its role as a trusted defence partner in Africa, supporting the development of military training institutions and contributing to long-term defence cooperation with Tanzania.
