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played a pivotal role in shaping India’s destiny. There are also several unsung heroes
who shaped our nation’s destiny. The road to freedom was not paved with ease. It
was forged through the fiery spirit of those who fearlessly challenged the British
Empire, fighting for India’s independence. Their sacrifices are the pillars of our liberty.
The tumultuous history leading up to that momentous day on August 15, 1947, is a
tapestry woven with countless uprisings, battles, and movements fueled by the
unwavering determination of thousands of patriotic warriors. Regardless of their
backgrounds, they stood united, driven by a common goal—to dismantle the
shackles of colonialism. India’s road to liberation owes its greatest thanks to the
famous figures who led the charge: Bhagat Singh, Mahatma Gandhi, Subhash
Chandra Bose, Jawaharlal Nehru, Dr. Rajendra Prasad, Lala Lajpat Rai, Lal Bahadur
Shashtri, and Bal Gangadhar Tilak – each of their lives should be an inspiration for
you – inspire yourself to be the leader that leads our national to light and global
leadership – to the destination as revered Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore had
written
I seek to hand over to you something I was blessed with personally by a dedicated
son of our nation, late Lt. Gen (Retd) Ajai Singh, AVMS, PVSM, former Governor of
Assam under whom I was privileged to serve. Late Lt. Gen Ajai Singh led the two
major army operations against militancy and extremism in Assam titled Bajrang and
Rhino and is known as the chief architect of the Main Battle Tank Arjun under the
stewardship of another great son of our nation, former President A P J Abdul Kalam.
The Ten commandments are produced verbatim in this speech as handed over to
me, I am certain these leading lights of the ten commandments shall help each of
the young inspired potential seafarers to navigate their professional engagements
and excel.

1. I will value time and always be punctual

2. I will be responsible for leading a mentally, morally and physically healthy life
3. I will stick to my commitments at all costs

4. I will be respectful to my parents, teachers and elders
5. I will never hurt anyone’s feelings

6. I will never loose my temper
7. I will pursue my goals and missions to successful ends

8. I will not be defeated by failure.
9. I will seek highest standards in all my activities

10. I will show love and affection to everyone.

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