Govt is focused on enhancing combat capability and ensuring welfare of soldiers: Defence Ministry

The Army Commanders’ Conference, an apex level biannual event, is being held in New Delhi from 26 to 29 October 2020. During the event, Indian Army's apex leadership is comprehensively deliberating upon all aspects of existing security scenarios, the situation along the borders and in the hinterland and challenges for the present security apparatus.

In addition, the conference is also focussing on issues pertaining to organisational restructuring, logistics, administration and human resource management. The main highlight of the third day of the conference was the address by the Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, to the senior leadership of the Indian Army.

Defence Minister reaffirmed the faith of the billion-plus citizens on the Indian Army as one of the most trusted and inspiring organisations in the country. He reiterated the stellar role played by the Army in guarding our borders and fighting terrorism apart from providing assistance to the civil administration whenever called for.

Singh also appreciated the role played by Indian Armed Forces in the ongoing fight against COVID-19. He remarked that “Actions of Indian Army truly ensure the integrity and sovereignty of our great nation”.

Singh complimented the forces for the high standard of operational preparedness and capabilities which he experienced first hand during his visits to forward areas. He also paid tributes to the bravehearts of Galwan, Kashmir and the North East for making the ultimate sacrifice in the defence of the motherland.

Commenting on the current situation along the Northern borders, the Defence Minister expressed confidence that while troops are standing firm, the ongoing talks for peaceful resolution of the crisis will continue.

Referring to the situation along the Western borders, he complimented the Indian Army’s response to cross border terrorism and ceasefire violations.

Singh said that “The Government is focused on enhancing combat capability and ensuring the welfare of soldiers”.

He also remarked that “The announcement of Atmanirbhar Bharat and notification of negative list of imports are big steps towards self-reliance in defence which offer a great opportunity to the Indian defence industry to meet the future requirements of the Armed Forces”.

He reiterated that “There are no budgetary constraints for capability development and meeting other requirements of the Army”.