India's new Defence Minister Manohar Gopalkrishna Prabhu Parrikar, who will be assuming charge of the office today, addressed the media from the BJP office in Lucknow.<br /><br />Here are the highlights from his speech:<br /><br /> I won't allow the county to be defenseless.<br /> I consider myself lucky, grateful to the party, people of UP, and I assure that with best of my abilities not only will I serve the nation but also ensure that I'll use my skills to the best to serve you all.<br /> I will come back after the parliament session to answer your queries.<br /> India's relations with its neighbors is a sensitive matter.<br /> I will study the department and also speak with the Prime Minister to understand more.<br /> Once I have developed a complete understanding of the ministry, I will answer all your queries.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />For More information on this news visit : http://www.newsx.com/<br />Connect with us on Social platform at : http://www.facebook.com/newsxonline<br />Subscribe to our YouTube Channel : http://www.youtube.com/newsxlive
