Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth Visits Rashtriya Raksha University to Explore Collaborative Opportunities

Gandhinagar, Gujarat, / Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, AVSM, General
Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) Southern Command of the Indian Army, made a
visit to Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU). This visit was strategically aimed at exploring
collaborative opportunities in education and training across multiple fields such as Information
Technology, Policing, Forensics, and Law.
During his maiden visit to RRU, Lt Gen Seth actively engaged with various faculty members and
administrative officials. The purpose of these discussions was to explore potential areas of
collaboration that could significantly enhance the skill sets of security personnel. The emphasis
was placed on integrating advanced technological training and forensic science into their
curriculum. This initiative aims to prepare future leaders in law enforcement and defense sectors
for emerging challenges they may face.
The collaboration is set to target various academic opportunities between the two institutions,
including certificate courses conducted through online and hybrid mode—combining classroom
instruction with online learning—as well as specialized training programs such as Remote Pilot
Training and Defense Acquisition Course tailored for military officials. These initiatives are
expected to equip the personnel with essential skills that align with contemporary demands in the
field of defense and security. Furthermore, the Southern Command has offered to host students
and faculty of RRU to HQ Southern Command and other training establishments, as part of
their academic field trips.
During this important meeting, Lieutenant General Seth engaged with key figures from RRU,
including Prof. (Dr.) Bimal N. Patel, Vice-Chancellor; Prof. (Dr.) Kalpesh H. Wandra, Pro-Vice
Chancellor; Mr. Sushil Goswami, Dean Academics; Dr. Dharmesh K. Prajapati, Acting Registrar;
along with Directors from various schools within the university. The discussions focused on
identifying potential areas where RRU’s academic programs could meet the specific requirements
of the Southern Command of the Indian Army.
Lt Gen Seth’s visit underscores the Indian Army’s commitment to foster educational
partnerships that enhance operational readiness and professional development within the armed
forces and allied sectors.
Concurrently, Gen Seth is also seeking for the opportunity to engage with RRU through means
of affiliation and accreditations of courses, along with the collaboration with Security and
Scientific Technical Research Association (SASTRA) for Innovations and Start-ups.
About Rashtriya Raksha University:
The Rashtriya Raksha University, a premier institution dedicated to national security and police
studies, recently hosted the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Southern
Command of the Indian Army, emphasizing its role in fostering collaboration between military
and academic spheres for enhanced defense preparedness.

About SISDSS:
The School of Internal Security, Defence and Strategic Studies (SISDSS) is a prominent
academic institution located within the framework of the Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) in
India. Established with the aim of addressing contemporary security challenges, SISDSS focuses
on research, education, and training in various aspects of internal security, defense strategies, and
strategic studies. The institution aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of national
security issues through interdisciplinary approaches that encompass political science, sociology,
law enforcement, and military studies.
The primary mission of SISDSS is to enhance the capabilities of individuals involved in internal
security and defense sectors. This includes not only military personnel but also civil servants,
police officers, and other stakeholders engaged in maintaining national security.