Combined Commanders Conference 2021 – Defence Minister emphasises on Theatre Commands

Going forward with the modernisation process of the armed forces, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday discussed the creation of integrated theatre commands and infusion of modern technology at the Combined Commanders Conference in Gujarat.

The three-day Combined Commanders Conference 2021 started on 04 Mach at Kevadia in Gujarat. It is a key brain-storming event of the Military Commanders from all three services — army, navy, and air force.

The conference has the combined apex-level military leadership of the country reviewing the security situation and defence preparedness and deliberating pertinent organisational issues for evolving a joint military vision for the future.

Delivering the inaugural address, Singh dwelled on a wide spectrum of issues affecting the defence and security of the nation. He spoke at length on the emerging nature of military threats, the critical role of the Armed Forces in meeting these threats and the anticipated changes in the nature of warfare in future.

He expressed his heartfelt appreciation and respect to the selfless courage displayed by the soldiers during the Eastern Ladakh standoff with the People’s Liberation Army