Former Army Chief Advocates Future-Ready Armed Forces
Gen Manoj Pande (retd) emphasizes the need for the Indian armed forces to be future-ready to tackle evolving security threats. At an event in Delhi, he highlighted the importance of military power in national interests, citing global conflicts like Russia-Ukraine. He also stressed on self-reliance and geopolitical alliances.
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Gen Manoj Pande (retd), former Army chief, has urged the Indian armed forces to prepare for evolving security challenges. Speaking at a Delhi event, he emphasized the importance of being 'future-ready' in the face of changing war dynamics and urged the military to build necessary capabilities.
Pande highlighted the primacy of military power in addressing national interests, referencing the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and Middle Eastern conflicts. He then stressed the need for preparedness for long-duration wars, noting the changing nature of warfare, including cyber, space, and information domains.
The ex-chief also discussed the symbiotic relationship between economy and security, envisioning a secure and self-reliant India. His insights draw from his tenure focusing on combat readiness and transformative military initiatives.
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