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Chief of Defense Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan spoke exclusively to ‘Aaj Tak’ during his visit to Harsil and Mana villages near the India-China border in Uttarakhand. He openly expressed his views on his tenure, changing global politics and future military challenges. General Chauhan clarified that the Indian Army is now ‘Next Vermillion’ Is preparing itself for such challenges.
First anniversary of ‘Operation Vermillion’ and the future war
General Anil Chauhan said that on May 7 ‘Operation Sindoor’ One year is about to be completed. He described this operation as a unique example of modern warfare skills.
Multi-Domain Warfare: According to the General, this operation was fought on new fronts like water, land and air as well as cyber and space.
Situational Awareness: Looking at future wars, he stressed on ‘situational awareness’ (accurate knowledge of the circumstances) and deep integration between the three armies.
Theater Command: Differences resolved, now turn for implementation
long pending in army Theater Command CDS gave major information on the issue of (Theatre Command). He said that whatever minor differences there were between the three armies (land, air and water) have now been completely resolved.
“Theatre command is the best system to deal with future challenges. We will soon move forward by taking concrete steps in this direction.” — General Anil Chauhan
Development of marginal areas and ‘Vibrant Village’
Underlining the strategic and cultural importance of the villages located on the China border, the CDS made several announcements:
Construction of Museum: Museums will be built in Harsil and Mana so that the people of the country can know about the borders and the guards deployed there.
Development of Cultural Villages: Displaced during the 1962 war Nelang and Jadang The villages are being revived as cultural and tourist villages.
Disaster Management: After the disaster in Dharali and Harsil, the Army is fully committed to helping and rebuilding the local people.
‘New normal’ and 24×7 preparedness
Regarding the readiness of the Indian Army, General Chauhan said that we are in the era of ‘New Normal’. This means that the army has to 365 days and 24 hours One has to be prepared to use force against the enemy. He also mentioned setting up a military think tank in Dehradun, which would work on topics like nationalism and environmental protection.
General Chauhan became emotional: “Feeled connected to my roots”
General Chauhan looked emotional as he reached near his native area. He said that after meeting the village people and relatives, he felt connected to his roots.