Army Chief Highlights Operation Sindoor, Plans Drone Expansion and Baaz Battalions
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi highlighted the evolving nature of warfare, emphasizing technology-driven, intelligence-led operations. He cited Operation Sindoor, India's precise counterattack on terror launchpads in response to the Pahalgam attack, as a significant service moment establishing a new norm of swift, decisive retaliation. Dwivedi announced plans to expand the drone fleet and raise specialised Baaz Battalions to enhance surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, reflecting the Army's focus on integrating advanced technology and operational readiness amid ongoing border tensions with China.