Need to enhance synergy among forces, says Rajnath Singh

Tribune News Service

New Delhi, November 10

Speaking on proposed collective clubbing of the prowess of the armed forces — referred within military circles as theatre commands —Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, “Enhancing jointness is essential and the structure of theatre commands should be evolved after closely examining various options and inputs from all stakeholders.”

The minister was speaking at the opening day of the three-day Indian Air Force (IAF) commanders’ conference on Wednesday. The IAF in the past had raised certain issues on having iron-cast theatre commands.

The IAF Chief, Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari, asked all commanders to develop multi-domain capability in order to give a swift and befitting response to any misadventures by adversaries. The IAF Chief also emphasised on the need for joint training with the Indian Army and Navy to enable synergized application of combat power in future conflicts. The CAS complimented all commanders for maintaining a high state of readiness despite challenges posed by the pandemic.

The commanders will discuss and brainstorm situations which may affect national security and focus on measures to enhance operational capability. Issues pertaining to strengthening training and optimising HR policies for effective utilisation of manpower will also be discussed.