Defence Minister addresses top Army commanders

New Delhi: The Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the senior leadership of Indian Army during the ongoing Army Commanders' Conference. The first such conference  of year 2023, commenced in a hybrid format on April 17, 2023. 

During the event, Indian Army's apex leadership is comprehensively deliberating upon all aspects of existing security scenarios, situation along the borders and in the hinterland and challenges for the present security apparatus. 

In addition, the conference is also focussing on issues pertaining to organisational restructuring, logistics, administration and human resource management.

The Minister's address was preceded by a brief on "IA contribution to Nation Building." 

In his speech, 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 providing assistance to the civil administration whenever called for.  

Commenting on the current situation along the Northern borders, the Minister expressed full confidence in the Army for any contingency though, the ongoing talks for peaceful resolution will continue and disengagement and de-escalation, is the best way forward. 

He stressed upon the present complex world situation which effects everyone globally. He stated that "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". 

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.

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