Technology new strategic arena of competition, driving geo-political powerplay: Army Chief
The Army Chief said emergency procurement powers given by the Centre has helped the force to modernise itself.
The Army Chief said emergency procurement powers given by the Centre has helped the force to modernise itself.
"We have had a total of 20 senior higher military commander level meetings and 14 WMCC meetings since April 2020. So through these talks, we're hopeful that we'll find a resolution," to the ongoing military face-off, he added.
Addressing the Army’s annual press conference here on Thursday, Gen Pande said with a high level of operation readiness, the deployment is robust and balanced.
Three civilians, who were picked up by the Army after Poonch terror attack, were found dead under mysterious circumstances.
He also laid a wreath at the Siachen War Memorial to honour the Bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice at the world’s highest battlefield.
This is the maiden visit of the Army Chief to this sector after taking over as the Army chief. He is accompanied by the Army Commander, Central Command and the General Officer Commanding, Uttar Bharat Area.
Gen. Manoj Pande's visit comes ahead of the Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage for which elaborate security arrangements are being made.
General Manoj Pande on Saturday took over as the new Chief of Army Staff from General Manoj Mukund Naravane after he retired on Saturday after 42 years in service.
The honour was conferred upon him in reciprocation of the honour given to Indian Army Chief, Gen M M Naravane during his visit to the Himalayan nation in November last year.
Extensions at the top destabilize the entire structure of the army. A fresh wave of chief wannabes are denied the post; they have to retire with their desire unrequited.
