Ex-Army Chief Gen Pande Calls for Future-Ready Armed Forces Amid Changing Warfare

Former Indian Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande emphasized the need for armed forces to build capabilities to effectively fight future wars amid evolving security challenges. Speaking at a Delhi Marathi Pratishtan event, he highlighted the changing nature of warfare, citing the Russia-Ukraine conflict as an example, and stressed the importance of being future-ready. He also noted the close relationship between national strength, economic development, and security, urging preparedness for long-duration conflicts and unpredictable geopolitical dynamics.