'Some Nations Violating International Rules': Rajnath Singh Reaffirms India’s Faith In Fairness

Last Updated:October 14, 2025, 12:23 IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, at an event in Delhi, warned that some nations are openly violating international rules and trying to reshape the global order for dominance.

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh (Photo: PTI)

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday warned that the world is witnessing a growing trend of nations openly violating international rules and attempting to shape a new world order for dominance in the next century.

Speaking at the 2025 UN Troop Contributing Countries (TCC) Chiefs’ Conclave, Singh said that while some countries seek to undermine the existing system, India continues to stand firmly for a rule-based global order rooted in fairness and cooperation.

“Nowadays, some nations are openly violating international rules. Some are trying to undermine it, while some want to create their own rules and dominate the next century," the Defence Minister said.

“In all this, India, while advocating for the reformation of outdated international structures, stands strong in upholding the international rule-based order. For India, this is not just a talking point," he said.

Calling peacekeeping a shared responsibility that goes beyond military engagement, Singh said India’s approach is guided by humanity and collective security.

“It is my privilege to address this distinguished audience, bringing together senior military leadership committed to the cause of peacekeeping," he said, adding that the conclave reaffirms the “collective endeavour to uphold peace, stability, and human dignity enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations."

Reflecting on the evolution of the United Nations after the devastations of World War II, Singh noted that the creation of the UN Charter was “a landmark development" in global governance.

“India, as a founding signatory of the UN Charter, embraced this noble vision, which was not new to us," he said, linking it to India’s civilisational philosophy that “the world is one family".

He emphasised that peacekeeping missions often face limitations due to “delayed deployment, inadequate services and insufficient mandates" that fail to address the root causes of conflict.

“Without addressing the economic and social injustices fueling many of these conflicts, peace efforts risk becoming short-term interventions rather than lasting solutions," Singh cautioned.

Urging nations with advanced technological and financial capacities to contribute more meaningfully, he said, “I urge all member states, especially those with advanced capabilities, to enhance their support, whether through troops, police, logistics, technology or specialised capacities."

The Defence Minister also proposed four guiding principles, Consultation, Cooperation, Coordination and Capacity Building, to strengthen future peacekeeping missions.

He also underlined India’s progress under Aatma Nirbhar Bharat, highlighting indigenous solutions, advancements in technology, and improved medical support systems for peacekeeping operations.

Praising India’s 75-year legacy of contributing to global peace, Rajnath Singh said, “Nearly 2,90,000 Indian personnel have served in 50 UN peacekeeping missions, earning global respect. Indian peacekeepers have shown that peacekeeping is as much about humanity as it is about security."

He paid tribute to the over 180 Indian peacekeepers who have laid down their lives in UN service, saying their sacrifice “is inscribed in the collective conscience of humankind."

Commending the growing participation of women peacekeepers, Singh said their presence “represents respect, trust, and brings empathy among local communities," noting that Indian women contingents have been recognised for their service in Congo.

Reiterating India’s ethos of peace and non-violence, Singh concluded, “India is the land of Mahatma Gandhi, a land of satya and ahimsa. For India, peacekeeping has never been an act of choice but an article of faith."

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Vani Mehrotra

Vani Mehrotra is the Deputy News Editor at News18.com. She has nearly 10 years of experience in both national and international news and has previously worked on multiple desks.

Vani Mehrotra is the Deputy News Editor at News18.com. She has nearly 10 years of experience in both national and international news and has previously worked on multiple desks.

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