New Delhi, Aug. 3 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday called for deeper integration between the military and civil components of the Defence Ministry, saying greater synergy within the defence ecosystem is essential to address evolving security and technological challenges.

Addressing the 85th Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ) Civilian Services Day celebrations in New Delhi, Singh said both uniformed and civil services share the same commitment to "Nation First" and that a common objective can transform every element of the system into national strength.

"As the Defence Forces are marching towards greater jointness with renewed vigour, there is a need to deepen integration between the military and civil components of the Ministry...