One year after Operation Sindoor, the Indian armed forces have undertaken a comprehensive revamp of combat units and significantly bolstered air defence capabilities. The top directors general of military operations (DGMOs) from the three services addressed the media at the army's South Western Command, which oversees a portion of the Western front.
Key Military Leaders Address the Media
Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai, Air Marshal A K Bharti, and Vice Admiral A N Pramod, who served as the DGMOs for the army, air force, and navy respectively during the 2025 India-Pakistan conflict, shared insights into the structural changes. The briefing highlighted the lessons learned and the strategic adjustments made to enhance readiness.
Revamp of Combat Units
The revamp focuses on integrating multi-domain operations, with new combined arms teams that can respond swiftly to threats. The army has reorganized its strike corps to improve mobility and firepower, while the air force has upgraded its fighter and drone squadrons. The navy has enhanced its coastal defence networks and maritime strike capabilities.
Air Defence Boost
A significant emphasis has been placed on strengthening air defence systems. New surface-to-air missile systems, including the indigenous Akash-NG and long-range S-400 systems, have been deployed along the Western front. Radar coverage has been expanded, and command-and-control networks have been hardened against electronic warfare.
The initiatives aim to deter future aggression and ensure a swift response to any incursion. The military leadership emphasized that the changes are part of a continuous process to maintain a credible deterrence and protect national security.
