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New Delhi, January 1: Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Thursday underlined the importance of jointness, self-reliance, and innovation as the core pillars of India’s defence preparedness, while confirming that Operation Sindoor is still ongoing.
Extending New Year greetings to the nation, the Army Chief said the Indian Army remains fully vigilant and committed to safeguarding national security while actively contributing to nation-building and disaster response efforts.
Operation Sindoor Continues: Army Chief
In a message shared by the Army’s official communication wing, General Dwivedi stated that decisive action taken under Operation Sindoor last year successfully countered hostile designs, adding that the operation continues even today.
India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, 2025, targeting terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the lives of 26 civilians.
“Last year, the enemy’s nefarious designs were given a befitting reply through firm and decisive action under Operation Sindoor, and this operation continues even today,” the Army Chief said.
Decade of Transformation for the Indian Army
Highlighting the Army’s long-term vision, General Dwivedi described the current phase as a decade of transformation, driven by technological advancement and organisational integration.
“The Indian Army is undergoing a decade of transformation, where jointness, self-reliance, and innovation are the core pillars of our strategic power. Through effective use of indigenous technologies, new ideas, and continuous improvements, we are making the Army more capable and future-ready,” he said.
He emphasised that networking and data-centric operations are giving fresh momentum to modernisation efforts, enabling faster decision-making and enhanced battlefield awareness.
Focus on Indigenous Technologies and Joint Warfare
The Army Chief reiterated the need for indigenous defence technologies to prepare for future conflicts, noting that modern warfare is increasingly multi-domain and hybrid in nature.
Referring to earlier remarks made after the commissioning of INS Mahe in November 2025, General Dwivedi said that jointness and integration among the armed forces are essential for responding effectively to evolving security challenges.
“The Indian Army has launched a series of initiatives recognising that modern conflicts will be multi-domain and hybrid, requiring united national strength,” he noted, adding that coordination between the Army, Navy, and Air Force plays a crucial role in both hard and soft diplomacy.
Commitment to Developed India 2047
Thanking citizens for their trust and cooperation, the Army Chief reaffirmed the Army’s commitment to the national vision of Developed India 2047.
“To achieve the goal of Developed India 2047, the Indian Army will continue to contribute to national security and nation-building with full dedication,” he said.
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