Overview

• The two-day conclave began June 17 in New Delhi bringing together COAS General Upendra Dwivedi and six former chiefs to exchange operational insights
• Attendees received a detailed operational briefing on the May 7–10 Sindoor campaign, highlighting joint Air Force, Navy and Army strikes on nine terror camps in Pakistan and PoK
• Discussions covered the strategic impact of jointmanship models tested during the operation and lessons for upcoming theatre command structures
• Sessions focused on inducting niche technologies such as AI-driven systems, unmanned platforms and enhanced cyber-defence capabilities
• The conclave also addressed the Army’s contribution to Viksit Bharat goals, proposed human resource policy overhauls and expanded welfare schemes for veterans