Following the road to theaterisation, the top brass of the Indian Army brainstormed to reorganise its headquarters, the seven Command Headquarters, and other key formations to ensure optimal efficiency and operational readiness. The Monday meeting, reminiscent of the Army commanders’ conference in Delhi, was primarily focused on outlining the roadmap for the Indian Army’s road to modernisation and reorganisation. It was aligned with the force’s goals and the government’s vision of making India a developed country and a significant global player by 2047. This pivotal discussion also marked the first meeting of the seven General Officer Commanding-in-Chiefs (GOC-in-Cs) with the newly appointed Army Chief, General Upendra Dwivedi, who took office on June 30th.
During the discussion, it was emphasized the importance of establishing common military stations and units for logistics, communication, and other essential services. The talks also focused on improving joint operations and integration between the Army, Navy, and Air Force, highlighting the significant role of the Indian Army in effectively tackling the increasingly complex and evolving challenges of warfare in the future.
According to a statement, “The forum provided a platform for the top leadership of the Indian Army to brainstorm on strategic issues and chart the course for the transformation of the Indian Army in the next two decades.”
It said the senior leadership engaged in interactive discussions to define the Army’s role in the national vision and articulated the Army’s Vision@2047, outlining several broad goals to be pursued in the next decade, including theaterisation, reorganisation of Army and Command Headquarters, realignment of Command, Corps and Area HQ boundaries.
The discussions, which will continue Tuesday, witnessed the army brass outlined several other goals to be implemented.
“Other discussion points at the meeting included world-class infrastructure development, and enhancing multi-domain and cross-domain operational capabilities including land, air, cyber and space,” the statement said.
The discussion revolved around using technology to improve data-centric operations and enhance existing capabilities. The focus was on developing capabilities for upgrading Mechanicised Forces, Artillery, Combat Aviation, Air Defense, and Infantry. Additionally, there were discussions about enhancing logistics and ammunition infrastructure, creating new structures to support multi-domain operations, and expediting the automation and networking of systems, processes, and functions.
“In addition, the road map for capability development and upgradation of mechanised forces, artillery, infantry, combat aviation and air defence was discussed along with options for enhancement of logistics and other capabilities,” the statement added.
The Army Chief urged all stakeholders to promote self-reliance (atmanirbharta) and the indigenous production of weapons, equipment, and platforms. The goal is to support the Indian defence industry in developing world-class equipment and helping the country become a leading defence exporter.
Team BharatShakti
