Sun Apr 06 19:12:02 UTC 2025: **Retired Colonel Inspires Students at The Hindu Career Fair**
CHENNAI, April 7, 2025 – Retired Colonel Vembu Shankar, a Shaurya Chakra awardee, addressed students at The Hindu EducationPlus Career Counselling Fair on Sunday, highlighting the diverse career opportunities within the Indian Armed Forces. Speaking at the session, “Marching Ahead: A Career in the Indian Armed Forces,” Col. Shankar emphasized the importance of teamwork, discipline, and effective time management, lessons he learned during his time at the National Defence Academy. He encouraged students to embrace the challenges of competitive exams, noting the significant number of vacancies in the army, navy, and air force annually. Col. Shankar shared anecdotes from his extensive service, showcasing the opportunities for cultural exposure and personal growth within the armed forces. He advised students, “The more you sweat in peace, the less you bleed in war,” urging thorough preparation and highlighting that even commerce students have a viable path to a military career with dedicated effort.
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