The College of Defence Management (CDM) celebrated its 56th Raising Day on December 08, 2025 in Secunderabad, Telangana. To commemorate the day, CDM, in collaboration with the Purple Pacers and Purple Pedallers clubs, organised a Raising Day Run and Cycling Event.
The celebrations also featured the valedictory ceremony of the Developing Responsible Citizens by Investing in Women Empowerment (DRIWE), a certificate course in collaboration with Osmania University for developing leadership, entrepreneurship, social awareness and empowerment amongst spouses of the Higher Defence Management Course officer trainees.
As part of the celebrations, Indian Navy’s Band ‘Symphony’ gave a special performance adding musical splendour to the event. Established in 1970, CDM is a premier tri-service institution for higher defence management education. With its flagship course ‘The Higher Defence Management Course’ (HDMC), the institute has been instrumental in enhancing organisational effectiveness across the Services by integrating modern management principles into defence planning and decision-making.
CDM has trained more than 660 officers from friendly foreign countries contributing significantly in promoting global understanding and defence diplomacy. On this occasion, Commandant CDM, Maj. Gen. G. Srinivas, extended his complements to all ranks, the Civilian Defence employees and other staff, and reaffirmed CDM’s unwavering commitment to advancing defence management education in the true spirit of its motto - “Victory Through Excellence.” The celebration witnessed enthusiastic participation from officers, staff, and their families.