Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Tuesday urged the young military commanders at Pune’s Military Institute of Technology (MILIT) to reimagine and reconstruct the tools and techniques of warfare.
The Army chief also stressed on the military-diplomatic synergy in countering external threats.
The Army chief was addressing young military commanders and next generation leaders of the Indian Army undergoing training at the Defence Services Technical Staff Course (DSTSC) at the MILIT located at Girinagar in Pune.
A press release from the Pune Defence PRO stated that General Dwivedi delved into the evolving landscape of warfare, emphasising the relentless pace of change and the need to stay ahead of the curve.
“The COAS spoke of defence preparedness as not just a requirement but an art, a symphony of strategy and precision. Highlighting the emerging threats and challenges as pertinent in Indian context, the COAS emphasised on ongoing transformational initiatives being undertaken by the Indian Army. He urged the officers to embody the spirit of versatility, adaptability, and steely determination in line with the transformation drive,” said the release. ‘
“Stressing the importance of military-diplomatic synergy, the Army chief underscored the power of unity in countering external threats. Operational readiness, strategic alignment, and cohesive coordination, he said, were the bedrock of a formidable force. Calling for a seismic shift in military thinking, the COAS urged the officers to reimagine and reconstruct the tools and techniques of warfare,” said the release.
The COAS in his address commended MILIT for its role in shaping leaders not only for the Indian armed forces but also for friendly foreign countries.
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MILIT is a premier tri-services technology training institute of the armed forces.
Among various courses conducted at the MILIT are Technical Staff Officers Course (TSOC) and Naval Technical Staff Course (NTSC) and the DSTSC.
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