IndiaPosted at: Nov 11 2026 9:45PM


Army Chief calls for technology-driven transformation, jointness in future warfare

New Delhi, Nov 11 (UNI) Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth on Wednesday called for a comprehensive transformation of the Indian Army to prepare for the evolving character of warfare, emphasising that future combat would demand technological innovation, operational agility, jointness and an integrated approach across multiple domains.
Delivering the Cavalry Memorial Address on “Vision for Future Warfighting in the Indian Subcontinent” at the Mechanised Forces Symposium 2026 at the Manekshaw Centre here, the Army Chief said transformation should not be limited to the induction of modern weapon systems or organisational restructuring but must involve a fundamental shift in the Army's approach, with the soldier remaining at the centre of all modernisation efforts.
He stressed that innovation, technological adaptation and the ability to respond swiftly to emerging operational challenges would be crucial in shaping the Army's future capabilities.
Highlighting jointness and integration as essential elements of future military operations, General Seth underscored the importance of seamless coordination among the three Services and across different operational domains. He also reaffirmed the Army's commitment to Aatmanirbharta, calling for indigenous capability development and stronger collaboration with the domestic defence industry and academic institutions.
Reflecting on the evolution of the Mechanised Forces, the Army Chief described their journey as an example of the Indian Army's ability to adapt to changing battlefield requirements. He expressed confidence that these forces would continue to occupy a pivotal position in future warfare.
The two-day symposium, being held on November 11 and 12, has been organised by the Cavalry Officers' Association in collaboration with the Directorate General of Mechanised Forces.
It brings together senior serving military officers, veterans, defence scientists, industry representatives and strategic experts to examine the changing dimensions of mechanised warfare.
The inaugural session began with a welcome address by Lt Gen Ashok Mehta (Retd), President of the Cavalry Officers' Association. The occasion also witnessed the unveiling of Armour 2040: Steel, Silicon & The Future Battlespace, authored by Lt Gen AB Shivane (Retd).
Delivering the keynote address on “Contemporary Mechanised Warfare in the Indian Context”, Lt Gen Prit Pal Singh, Director General Mechanised Forces, highlighted the transition from traditional platform-centric capabilities towards an integrated combat ecosystem driven by network-centric operations, autonomous systems and advanced technologies.
The deliberations during the symposium are focusing on emerging technologies and their implications for future battlefield operations, including artificial intelligence, autonomous kill chains, manned-unmanned teaming, integrated drone warfare, next-generation combat systems and multi-domain mechanised operations.
The event will conclude on November 12 with a valedictory fireside discussion on “Indian Mechanised Forces 2035: Transforming for the Future Operational Environment”, focusing on the future trajectory of India's mechanised warfare capabilities.
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