Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande emphasized the importance of military strength and capabilities in preventing wars and protecting national interests in the face of recent geopolitical changes. He highlighted the need for self-reliance in defense, citing the impact of supply chain disruptions and external dependencies. The Army s transformation efforts focus on modernization, technology infusion, and capability development to create a future-ready force. The Army is pursuing new technologies and building a robust defense-industry ecosystem to achieve self-reliance and enhance its operational capabilities across all domains of warfare.
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Addressing an event in New Delhi, Gen Pande also said the recent global developments have underscored that the security of the nation can neither be outsourced nor be dependent on the largesse of others.