Mr. S R Niranjan has been working as the Head of Defence and Strategic Studies Department at Dr. M.G.R Educational and Research Institute, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. He has done B.A., M. A. and PhD in Defence and Strategic Studies. He has also done certification courses in Russian Language with distinction and Diploma in Hindi Language- Advanced Interpreter Course. He has received an award for the Excellence in unique Defense curriculum for future officers and gentlemen in 2021 which was presented by Radio City Chennai.

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Which latest program are you offering in your institute to help students outperform and stand apart from the crowd?

"We are offering a 3 years B.A program in Defence and Strategic Studies"

We are offering a 3 years B.A program in Defence and Strategic Studies as part of our curriculum. And we also provide specially designed papers on Industrial Security Management which is a skill enhancement paper designed to help our students outperform in the Private Security Industry. 

Which factors make this program the best for the students to opt?

"It's objectives to develop best Civil Servants and Armed Forces Officers"

This program has been specifically designed to cater to the need of producing future Civil Servants and Armed Forces officers. 

What will you say are the best practices of this course?

"Direct exposure with Defence Forces is provided to students through guest sessions"

We provide ample opportunities to our students to interact and listen to officers from Indian Defence Forces (Army, Navy, Air force), Civil servants and Uniformed Service Officers belonging to Indian Police Service. The students are also encouraged to take part in various interactive sessions with policy makers, foreign policy experts and international experts relating to security, international relations etc.

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What are some of the valuable insights of this program that you are offering at your institute?

"It inculcates best quality knowledge of National security issues and the way Nations handle them"

This program is structured to develop knowledge and defense oriented aptitude and disseminate ideas of war and peace in order to understand the importance of public opinion in favor of the requirements of national security by creating security consciousness. It also provides a holistic approach and guidance regarding national security problems and prospects. 

How does this program ensure the future preparedness of students? 

"We use real time case studies to make our students understand the ground level situations"

The program aims to give a broad perspective of National Security, functioning of International Relations and the variety of techniques adopted by Nation and States in resolving their issues of peace and security. It also helps our students to understand the experiences of India and past approaches adopted by Indian leadership. Next, it gives a complete overview to them about the features of National security and the role of citizens towards attainment of this goal. And finally motivates young minds to take up armed forces as their career.

How is your University more welcoming to students of different races or economic backgrounds?

"Every student is important for us and we ensure their growth at every stage"

We cherish the diversity of students which we have and treat every student equally by providing them abundant opportunities to learn and grow. Because our main objective is to produce the best quality Defense Professional for society and nation, it doesn't matter to us from which race, caste or religion they come from.

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Any advice which you would like to give to the students and youths?

"Keep upgrading yourself and stay dedicated towards your goals"

I would like to advise my students to keep upgrading their skills and Defence is a wonderful field if you want to serve your nation. Also thoroughly explore your strengths and weaknesses. Stay focused towards your goals and live a disciplined life.