Army Commanders’ Conference in New Delhi puts focus on modernization and organisational reforms
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Army Commanders’ Conference in New Delhi puts focus on modernization and organisational reforms

The conference was attended by the senior leadership of the Indian Army.

   
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addresses the Army Commanders' Conference on 2nd April | ANI

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addresses the Army Commanders' Conference on 2nd April | ANI

New Delhi: The Army Commanders’ Conference 2024 was held in New Delhi on April 2. The conference was attended by the senior leadership of the Indian Army.

The event was also attended by the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Manoj Pande, a PIB press release stated. During the conference, the main emphasis was laid on the need for constant review of doctrinal, structural, and organizational reforms in the wake of the changing security dynamics.

This is in line with the growing importance of technology and innovation in the Indian Army’s modernization efforts. The need to invest in human capital and develop a trained and motivated workforce, especially one that is adept at futuristic evolution in warfighting, was also stressed.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) emphasized the importance of the Army’s commitment to the welfare of soldiers, veterans, and their families. He highlighted the need to create a trained and motivated workforce that can handle the challenges of contemporary combat and future technological advancements. The COAS also called for greater emphasis on jointness, integration, and technological absorption in sync with the call of the “Third Revolution in Military Affairs.

“The Army Commanders’ Conference 2024 provided an opportunity for the senior leadership of the Indian Army to review the progress of the modernization effort and identify the future challenges. The conference also served as a platform to highlight the importance of technology and innovation in enhancing the operational capabilities of the Army and strengthening the Indian defence preparedness.