NewzVille Desk
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the gathering at the Army Commanders’ Conference, an apex level biannual event which is being held in New Delhi from 01-04 April 2025. The event is organized by the Indian Army.
Speaking on the 3rd day of the event Defence Minister highlighted the commendable role played by the Indian Army in guarding our borders and fighting terrorism apart from providing assistance to the civil administration in every need of the hour.
Singh remarked “The Army is present in every domain from Security, HADR, Medical Assistance, to maintaining the stable internal situation in the country. The role of Indian Army is incomparable in Nation building as also in the overall national development”.
He reiterated his happiness to be present in the Army Commander’s conference and complimented the Army leadership for successfully taking ahead the ‘Defence and Security’ vision of the Nation to new heights. He also complimented the Indian Army’s approach on the infusion and absorption of cutting edge technology
He stressed upon the present Geo Strategic uncertainties and the complex world situation which effects everyone globally. He said that the present world is an inter connected world and such incidents whether happening in our neighbourhood or far off countries will effect everyone.
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”.
Defence Minister stated that keeping in mind the present dynamic geo-strategic changes and the ongoing global security scenarios with the uncertainties the armed forces should prepare a dynamic perspective planning addressing both the long term and short term challenges.
In the present global context the importance of Military Intelligence incorporating the modern technology cannot be stressed upon more, he said.
On the current situation along the Northern borders, Singh expressed full confidence in the troops and complemented the Armed Forces for standing firm and vigil and the same should continue. The Raksha Mantri complimented the efforts of BRO, which has led to the quantum improvement of road communication in the borders both Western and Northern, while working under difficult conditions.
