Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh called for rapid capability enhancements of India's armed forces to counter emerging security challenges in the evolving geo-strategic landscape.
Addressing student officers from the Indian armed forces who are undergoing the 80th Staff Course, along with the permanent faculty at the Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington in Tamil Nadu, he urged them to be ready to welcome change, critically assess evolving threats, and design adaptive strategies for future conflicts.
Highlighting the importance of jointmanship, he said integrated training and operational synergy among the three services is the need of the hour to boost combat effectiveness.
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The CAS offered a strategic perspective on the Indian Air Force (IAF), the ongoing capability development initiatives of the force, and stressed the importance of unified operations in modern warfare.
During his visit, the CAS was briefed on the DSSC’s training activities and its emphasis on fostering jointmanship among the armed forces, which is a key aspect of modern military preparedness. He hailed the institution’s role in shaping future military leaders through rigorous academic and professional training, a statement from the defence ministry said.
“The visit reaffirmed the IAF’s commitment to enhancing joint operational capabilities and strengthening inter-service cooperation, ensuring a well-prepared leadership for the challenges of tomorrow,” the ministry further stated.