Overview
- Air Chief Marshal A P Singh said the Air Force is not opposed to a new joint structure to strengthen tri-service synergy.
- He stated that deliberations are ongoing on whether to proceed step-by-step or undertake a full restructuring, with a decision guided by national interest.
- He proposed a dedicated organisation for drone and counter-drone management bringing together the three services, paramilitary forces and relevant civilian entities.
- Citing Operation Sindoor, he described recent operations as effective tri-service teamwork and said the outcome underscored the primacy of air power.
- He has previously floated a joint planning and coordination centre in New Delhi to formalise cooperation before deeper structural changes.