Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi emphasized the transition to a future-ready force through indigenisation of equipment and the creation of new specialized units
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Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi emphasized the transition to a future-ready force through indigenisation of equipment and the creation of new specialized units.
Background
General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Indian Army, highlighted the success of Operation Sindoor and the formation of the Bhairav Battalion and Shakti Baan Regiment. He advocated for R&D and information warfare strategies to ensure self-reliance for long wars.
Facts for Prelims
- PostGeneral Upendra Dwivedi: Chief of the Indian Army
- FactBhairav Battalion and Shakti Baan Regiment: New units created for an agile, mission-oriented army
- FactOperation Sindoor: A successful operation highlighted by the Army Chief
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of indigenisation and R&D in achieving strategic autonomy and self-reliance for the Indian Armed Forces in modern warfare.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Technological sovereignty: Reducing import dependency on critical defence components to ensure operational continuity
- Information warfare: Integrating cyber and electronic warfare capabilities into conventional military doctrine
- R&D integration: Bridging the gap between indigenous innovation and large-scale military manufacturing
Keywords: Atmanirbhar Bharat · Strategic Autonomy · Information Warfare · Indigenisation · Defence R&D
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