Prime Minister Narendra Modi today appreciated the Indian Armed Forces for the exemplary role in Operation Sindoor and highlighted his significant contribution to nation building. Modi also issued a “Indian Armed Forces Vision 2047” document after inaugurating the three -day joint commander conference at the Eastern Command Headquarters of the Indian Army at Vijay Durg (East Fort William) in Kolkata. A statement by the Department of Defense states that this document paves the way for the Indian armed forces ready for the future. If seen, this conference should be seen not only a formal defense event, but should be seen as an indicator of the national security scenario and the long -term strategic strategy of India.
Recently concluded operation Sindoor made it clear that the Indian armed forces are no longer limited to limited retaliation, but have the ability to destroy the structural system of terrorism to its source. Crossing the Line of Control and demolishing the terrorist structure is not only a military efficiency, but also a proof of political-empty will. At such a time, the conference deepens the collective confidence of the three armies.
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Let us tell you that the document “Indian Armed Forces Vision 2047” released during the conference is a strategy to prepare India in accordance with future challenges till the centenary year of independence. This vision letter goes beyond the traditional war and underlines the preparation of cyber, space and multi-domain. Its message is clear – India is moving towards maintaining its security structure not only to the present, but for the coming three decades.
Let us tell you that the central idea of the Joint Commander Conference has always been jointness and integration. Modern war has not only been limited to land, water and air, but has also become decisive in information, technology and space areas. Therefore, the coordination of the three armies is not just an option, required. The emphasis on institutional reforms and intensive integration at this conference is another solid step towards the future theater command structure.
Let us tell you that the Prime Minister, Defense Minister, National Security Advisor, Chief Defense President and chief of the three armies consult the conference together. It embodies the concept of overall national security, not only military. At this stage the dialogue ensures that there is harmony between political will and military capabilities.
Let us tell you that the theme of this year’s conference is ‘Year changes for the future’. This time the conference is more important in terms of the subject as it focuses on reforms. Changes in the organizational structure of the armies, intensity of technical modernization, improving institutional accountability and transparency and high operating readiness for multi-regional wars are being emphasized. This gives the message that the Indian armed forces do not want to get caught in permanent institutional inertia, but are ready for timely changes.
In addition, the site of the conference-Vijay Durg of Kolkata (East Fort William), is also a symbol of India’s growing attention to the eastern borders and the Hind-Pacific strategy. This indicates that India is not only limited to the challenge of western borders, but also giving equal importance to the east and maritime landscape.
Also, the Joint Commander Conference holds importance at three levels in the current scenario. First- to further strengthen the efficiency and political-melodious coordination of the armed forces after Operation Sindoor. Second- laying the foundation of large structure such as theater commands through jointness, institutional reform and technical modernization. Third-Establishing India as multi-regional, technology-capable and self-sufficient military power under Vision 2047. Thus, this conference is the confluence of the three military power, political resolve and strategic vision of India.
Furthermore, recent months have made it clear that the security challenges that India are facing have surpassed the traditional. China’s acute military modernization and its aggressive strategy on the border, as well as terrorism -backed instability by Pakistan, do not allow India’s defense policy to be retained only. The Joint Commander Conference held in Kolkata after recent Operation Sindoor confirms the fact that the country is willing to take its defense strategy to decisive changes.
If seen, today’s most important need is the real integration of the three armies. Theater commands, which have been in discussion for a long time, have now become a need, not only a hypothesis. Cyber, space and information areas have also become decisive in modern war, beyond water and air boundaries. Therefore structural reforms are essential to ensure quick and joint decision process.
In addition, there should be another pillar of defense policy – self -sufficiency. Being dependent on international supply-series is a major risk. The government has already released the positive indigenization list, but in the coming days, domestic production in weapons, drones, ammunition and communication systems will have to be increased rapidly. It will not only give strategic autonomy, but will also establish India as an exporter in the global defense market.
Also, both the Line of Actual Control and the western border of Pakistan along with China demand more strong forward logistics and high-level preparation than India. Increasing the ability of infrastructure, airfields, roads and ammunition storage in height areas is no longer a military scheme, but is now national priority.
If seen, the nature of war is changing. Space, cyber and electronic wars will prove to be decisive in the future. China has already made a big investment in these areas. India will also have to strengthen satellite defense, cyber command, and drone-based monitoring mechanisms. This change will make our military power all-round and shorten the decision-cycle in any crisis.
In addition, the challenge from Pakistan reveals more terrorism and proxy war than traditional war. Operation Sindoor showed that India can destroy the enemy structure through limited and accurate action. In the coming days, the defense policy will require institutional preparation and clear rules for such flexible, scalable and accurate reactions.
If seen, India’s defense policy can no longer be limited to the western border. China’s growing presence in the Indo-Pacific region and its eyes on maritime security demands a comprehensive approach from India. India will have to strengthen the quad and other partnerships and increase investment on its naval modernization and piracy awareness.
However, there is now a dual challenge in front of India’s defense policy – traditional and technically strong power like China and unstable but aggressive neighbor on the other side. The answer to this dual pressure can only be that India focuses its policy on structural reforms, self-reliance, border preparations, multi-regional abilities and flexible reactions. The Joint Commander Conference and Vision 2047 documents are giving the message that India will no longer fight future battles on the past. It is not only a change of armies, but a symbol of national resolve.
Let us also tell you that Defense Minister Rajnath Singh also attended this important conference. The conference was also attended by National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Chief Defense President General Anil Chauhan, Defense Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and all three heads of the Indian Armed Forces. “A wide range of strategic issues is being discussed, including modernization of army, jointness, integration and increasing operational readiness for multi-regional war.” Let us tell you that this biennial conference is the top ideology platform of the armed forces, which is the top ideasy platform of the armed forces, which is the top ideology platform of the armed forces, “the statement of the Ministry of Defense said. Brings together for. It also consists of dialogue sessions with various rank officials. This year the 16th conference is being organized, which will focus on reforms, changes, changes and campaign preparations. The last Joint Commander Conference was held in Bhopal in 2023.