Dear Editor,
The appointment of defence heads is the prerogative of the government. The appointment should not be taken as a promotion, but that of a taskforce commander suitable to the current national and international situation. To that extent, the government can justify its choice. But when it starts showing parochialism, it becomes suspect. In the present case, it is the sudden preponderance of appointment in high offices of officers only of one Infantry regiment, following the retiring Chief. As if there are no other capable officers.
Susheel Paul
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