Our vision is to build bridges and create synergy among the armed forces, the corporate sector and the general society.

Executive Brief

DefenceIndia is a management consultancy that aims to create synergy between the defence departments in Asia, the corporate sector and the general public. It is a thought-provoker and a pathfinder for issues related to defence, the forces, the persons in uniform and the industry.

It is visible currently as an online repository of Defence News, Features and Archives and is currently the most visited online thought provoker on defence topics.

It also has an annual print version, a summarized view of the major features. This print newsletter has a restricted but niche circulation amongst think-tanks, bureaucrats, opinion leaders, media, academics and officers.

DefenceIndia is at the forefront of innovations (events, surveys, seminars) and initiatives that aim to create a broad base of well-wishers for those working in the Defence Forces.

DefenceIndia assists corporate entities in reaching out the best talent base available, the ex-defence officers.

In the immediate past:

• DefenceIndia conceived and launched the DefenceIndia Excellence Awards in January 2007; a concept that felicitated ex-servicemen for their post-defence pursuits. The response from across the board was very encouraging. The second edition of the awards are scheduled for early 2008.
• DefenceIndia assisted in the innovative seminar on 'the new offsets policy' and 'project management in the Indian context'.
• DefenceIndia conceived and conducted a cultural event for the BSF Bordermen and Wagah and felicitated the senior officers of BSF.
• DefenceIndia is the official media partner for Network Centric Warfare 2006 at Singapore. It continues to associate with critical seminars and events round the globe.
• DefenceIndia was the official media partner for Air Dominance 2007 at New Delhi in Jan 2007.
• DefenceIndia conceived and organized an event at Wagah Border, in 2005, that had our team collect Rakhi's from all parts of the nation and symbolically tie them to the Jawaans on either side of the borders.
• DefenceIndia was one of the online sponsors of major International shows, like Fighter Conference in Singapore, Coastal Surveillance 2005, Dominant Battleship Knowledge Asia and Littoral Defence 2005. It shall be seen in 2006 at the Network Centric Warfare and APS Asia, Singapore and Hong Kong respectively.
• DefenceIndia conducted nationwide surveys on topics relevant to the Indian Defence Forces.
  • The first one, on Whether Conscription should be made compulsory and the second, on Whether ex-defence officers are a good asset for corporate companies.
  • Both were well-received by the industry, the forces and the press.
• DefenceIndia strengthened its web initiatives and major companies like Safran, Mazagaon Dock, Ikan Relocations, Eisa et al have been the notable advertisers on the website.
  • The web initiative has clocked a subscriber base of 10,000 from all across the globe.
• DefenceIndia has conceived A 'Career in the Indian Forces' guide that shall be released in mid-2008.
  • DefenceIndia has conceived a series of 'Career in the Forces' workshops for school children that shall start from late 2007 onwards.
  • DefenceIndia has conceived a series of seminars in 2008.
  • HR Seminar to understand the 'ex-serviceman as an HR asset'.
  • Seminar on 'Modernisation in the defence forces'
  • Seminar / round table on 'media policy of our law enforcement forces'.

Now, our new innovations are shaping our 2008 vision.

1. DefenceIndia has initiated an HR Cell. This cell has started works on two fronts.
   • Placement Assistance: DefenceIndia NOW assists ex-servicemen to find the right jobs in the private sector, that suits their expertise, experience and temperament. Like wise, we assist corporates in scouting/recruiting and nurturing perfect candidates who have had stints in the defence or allied forces.
   • Corporate Training: DefenceIndia NOW has a corporate training cell, in which we assist professionals with innovative training modules, both outbound and in-house on leadership/team building/personality enhancement/risk taking et al. We have also started a 'Corporate Acclimatization Program'.
2. DefenceIndia has started corporate relationship initiatives. DefenceIndia aims to reach out to corporate entities and initiate a dialogue wherein Corporate partnerships can be cultivated. The seminar/panel discussion, Mastishq 2006, is the maiden effort in this direction.
3. DefenceIndia has initiated a Non-Government Organisation, An NGO, SAMVEDNA, thatl:
   • Brings to the fore, the issues relevant to the defence forces.
   • Assists in the rehabilitation of ex-servicemen, across the board.
4. The Innovative Initiatives have been strengthened.
   • Our research project on, The Cultural Issues in The Indian Army, is our latest initiative and shall understand:
     1. The culture prevalent in the Indian Army vis a vis Man Management, Performance Appraisals, Innovations, Gender equality, Religious Equity and 'While at War' and 'While in Peace' environs.

Our Core Team

Rajesh Dixit
Chairman
Born 1967

Rajesh Dixit is the chairman of Credence Communications Pvt. Ltd, the main corporate enterprise that has DefenceIndia as its core initiative. A true visionary, Rajesh laid the foundation for DefenceIndia in December 1998. Since then, under his able leadership and guidance, DefenceIndia has made remarkable strides in all spheres.

Hailing from an illustrious family of academicians and entrepreneurs, Rajesh has a firm foothold in his area of specialisation. An affable persona, he is known for his charm and confidence in his wide circle of friends and associates.

His knowledge and grasp of defence related subjects, especially the defence industry, are enviable. Rajesh has been closely associated with Image Management Advisories and Strategic Planning for notable projects.

He leads the two prominent group initiatives, 'Credence PR' and 'Credence Research and Analytics', both management advisory firms.

Aman Bandvi
Director and CEO
Born 1974

Aman is the CEO of the enterprise and in charge of day to day operations. With him at the helm of affairs, DefenceIndia initiated the pathbreaking 'DefenceIndia Excellence Awards', The 'Research, Analytics and Think-Tank' division, the annual 'Achievers' journal, stimulating seminars and notable projects in community social responsiveness.

A voracious reader, Aman is also associated as Editor of the DefenceIndia journal and as a consulting editor with EXPAT.

He spearheads our 2008 division that shall see DefenceIndia make new strides. He is also a corporate trainer on his chosen topics like, 'spiritualism at the workplace', The 'Bhagwad Gita and Management', 'Leadership as enshrined in Sikhism' et al. He is also a cross cultural trainer for expatriates coming into India.

Harmeet Singh
Director - Human Resources and Corporate Training
Born 1972

The affable soft-spoken Sardarji, Harmeet Singh is the brain behind the 'Corporate Acclimatisation Workshops', The 'Nature Trail' outbound training programs on team building and the 'Leadership Treks'.

He heads the Human Resources division, DefenceIndia Security Services, DefenceIndia Training division and DefenceIndia 'niche' events division. He is also a corporate trainer on team-building and leadership with over 500 hours of training under his belt.

Under his leadership, DefenceIndia has nurtured a dynamic talent acquisition, training and retention management advisory division.

Rajesh Bhardwaj
Advisor - Strategy and Planning
Born 1972

A management consultant with a decade of experience working for the Big 4, brings to the board a multi-faceted expertise in business consulting, planning and management of large projects. Rajesh is responsible for business tie-ups, alliances and joint ventures. A spiritual person, Rajesh currently spearheads the data research and analytics initiatives.

Col. Anil Shorey (Retd).
Advisor
Born 1950

Colonel Anil Shorey was commissioned in May 1974 into 14 Punjab (Nabha Akal), a battalion once commanded by his father who died during command in NEFA in February 1963. Educated at Delhi Public School, Mathura Road and Hindu college, Delhi, he is also a Post Graduate in English and Defence Studies. He has had a firsthand experience in Counter Insurgency Operations in Jammu & Kashmir and in the North-East, apart from an exposure in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, the desert and high altitude sectors of India. He holds twin Diplomas in Journalism from Dateline Delhi and from Manchester, UK.

A Defence Services Staff College graduate from Wellington, he commanded with distinction 15 Punjab, a 300 year old battalion, after which he has held various prestigious appointments such as the Colonel General Staff (GS) of 'Delta Force' in Doda (J&K), where he was the chief coordinator of all counter terrorist operations. Highly qualified in the field of Public Relations, he did a tenure as PRO (Defence) of the Rajasthan and Gujarat Zone for fifteen months as a Major. Following this, he did a 15 month stint overseas on promotion in Somalia and Rwanda, where he was PRO and Chief Spokesman of the Indian Brigade that operated there. He has also held prestigious staff appointments at the Military Operations Directorate, Delhi, an armoured brigade in the desert sector and at the Rashtriya Rifles (RR) Directorate, Delhi, where he, as Director GS, was involved with the 100% expansion and modernization of the RR Force operating in J&K. A Kargil War veteran, he superannuated from his last appointment as the PRO and Chief Spokesman Indian Army, South Block, New Delhi. He continues to be an active faculty member of the Centre of UN Peacekeeping, New Delhi, and an active member of the Historical Research Division of USI and MOD's Historical Section, all at Delhi.

A prolific writer and poet, he has been awarded a number of international awards for prose and poetic achievements. He contributes regularly to a number of national and international newspapers and professional journals. He has authored eight books on defense subjects, two of which are being sold as bestsellers globally through the famous retail and auction houses of Amazon.Com & E-Bay, apart from finding their way to 200 universities of India and seven universities oversees. Presently, apart from writing many more books, he is pursuing creative writings, producing quality audio-visual films and bringing out world class publications under the personalised brand name - 'Force Multipliers'.

He is a motivational speaker and trainer and has led many innovative training sessions on leadership and team building and brings his rich and varied defence experience on board.

Priyanka Charan
Senior Consultant
Born 1980

Priyanka is the omnipresent manager who has the knack of finding needles in haystacks. She brings in a wealth of experience in managing socially relevant projects and Human Resources. Her strength lies in recruitment strategies, career counseling and people management skills. She is amrried to an Army Officer.

She leads a dynamic and young team at DefenceIndia and is in charge of all critical projects and operations.

K. Singh
Consultant
Born 1982

A passionate enthusiast, a young army officer's wife, lends an exuberant charm to the team. She is responsible for News Analyses, Features and News Updations. She is also a prolific writer and has numerous articles to her credit in the archives.

Atul Singh
Consultant
Born: 1977

A trusted lieutenant, Atul has been with the DefenceIndia teams since day one. He has been responsible for the website, the way it has shaped up since its inception in 1998. A webmaster, He takes care of the web initiatives. Atul has been closely involved in media and networking projects for DefenceIndia.