Army Commanders’ Conference: Rajnath Singh addresses senior leadership of Indian Army

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Nation is proud of its Army. The Govt is committed to facilitate Army in their forward movement: Rajnath Singh.

RAJOURI APRIL 02:–Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday addressed the Indian Army’s apex leadership on the third day of the Army Commanders’ Conference, an apex level biannual event, in New Delhi.
The Defence Minister address was preceded by an address by CDS, COAS, CNS and CAS as also a brief on the ‘Technological Infusion and Absorption Roadmap for Indian Army’ plans.
The Army Commanders’ Conference was conducted in virtual mode on 28th March and thereafter in physical mode on 1st and 2nd April 2024.
During the event, Indian Army’s apex leadership comprehensively deliberated upon all aspects of existing security scenarios, situation along the borders, in the hinterland and challenges for the present security apparatus.
The conference also focused on issues pertaining to organisational restructuring, logistics, administration, human resource management, modernisation through indigenisation, induction of Niche technologies and assessment of impact of the various existing global situations.
Rajnath Singh reaffirmed the faith of the billion-plus citizens in the Indian Army as one of the most trusted and inspiring organisations in the country.
He highlighted the stellar role played by the Army in guarding our borders and fighting terrorism apart from aiding the civil administration in every need of hour.
“The Army is present in every domain from Security, HADR, Medical Assistance to maintaining the stable internal situation in the country. The role of the Indian Army is very important in Nation building as also in the overall national development, said Rajnath Singh.
The Defence Minister complimented the Indian Army’s approach on the infusion and absorption of cutting-edge technology & stressed upon the present complex world situation which affects everyone globally.
Unconventional and asymmetric warfare, including hybrid war will be part of the
future conventional wars. Cyber, information, communication, trade, and finance have all become an inseparable part of future conflicts. This necessitates that Armed Forces will have to keep all these facets in consideration while planning and formulating strategies,” Defence Minister. said.
On the current situation along the Northern borders Rajnath Singh said, “While troops are standing firm, the ongoing talks for peaceful resolution will continue and disengagement and de-escalation is the way forward”.
He also complimented the efforts of BRO, which has led to the quantum improvement of road communication in the borders both Western and Northern, while working
under difficult conditions.
Referring to the situation along the Western borders, he complimented the Indian Army’s response to cross border terrorism, however the proxy war by the adversary continues.
“I compliment the excellent synergy between the CAPF/ Police forces and the Army in tackling the menace of terrorism in J&K. The synergised operations in the UT of J&K
are contributing to increased stability in the region and the same should continue,”. Said Rajnath Singh.
He also paid tributes to all the brave hearts for making the ultimate sacrifice in the defence of the motherland.
The Defence Minister complimented the significant contributions made by the Army in military diplomacy to further our national security interests by creating sustainable cooperative relationships with foreign Armies.
He appreciated the Army’s efforts to develop niche technologies in collaboration with civil industries, including premier educational institutions and thereby progressing towards the aim of ‘Modernisation through Indigenisation’ or ‘Atamnirbharta’.
The government is committed in every manner towards the welfare of the Veterans and the Next of Kin of all categories of Battle Casualties and the nation remains indebted to the sacrifices made by valiant soldiers and their family,” said Rajnath Singh.
“Issues related to “Defence diplomacy, indigenisation, information warfare,
defence infrastructure and force modernisation should always be deliberated upon in such a forum. Doctrinal changes whenever required should be made to make the Armed Forces future ready.,” he said.
“The recommendation and suggestions made by the senior leadership in such a forum as Commanders Conference should be deliberated upon and be taken to a logical conclusion with midcourse review and modification if required,” said the Defence Minister.
“The Nation is proud of its Army and the Government is committed to facilitate the Army in their forward movement, on the road to reforms and capability modernisation”, he added.