Army chief attends conference in Ahmadnagar
Ahmadnagar, Feb 26 : The Fifth Biennial Mechanised Forces Conference was hosted by the Armoured Corps Centre and School, Ahmadnagar from Feb 25 to 27.
A large number of senior serving officers of the elite Armoured Corps, Mechanised Infantry and Brigade of the Guards attended the Conference that discussed issues relevant to the Mechanised Forces of the future.
Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Gen Bikram Singh, chaired the proceedings on Tuesday and addressed the delegates.
He praised the battle readiness of the Mechanised Forces which deliver the vital punch on the battlefield.
The COAS said that their commitment, morale, training and operational capabilities must instill fear in their potential adversaries.
He added that a fresh impetus is required for change in the Army.
Towards pursuit of all round excellence, the General exhorted all ranks of the Mechanised Forces to focus on effective training for integrated all arms operations.
He said that the Army has always been the epitome of trust and discipline, for which they should always be proud.
The COAS emphasised on the focus areas enunciated by him for all ranks of the Army.
He also emphasised on human resource development to improve the morale and meet the aspirations of soldiers.
The conference will conclude on Wednesday.
During the three-day conclave important issues regarding modernization, realistic operationally oriented training and human resource management issues were discussed.