Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi emphasized 'jointness, self-reliance, and innovation' as key pillars for the Indian Army's transformation and future readiness. He extended New Year greetings, highlighting the ongoing 'Operation Sindoor' against terror camps and the army's vigilance on borders. Dwivedi also noted the importance of networking and data-centricity in modernizing the forces, while acknowledging the army's role in disaster response and nation-building efforts.