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PM Modi will address top military leaders in Kolkata next month, focusing on national security and defence reforms. The conference will highlight lessons from Operation Sindoor and advancements in indigenous weaponry. Discussions will include the creation of Theatre Commands for joint warfare efficiency. This marks Modi's first major military address since the operation's success.

Key Points: Modi to Address Military Chiefs in Kolkata After Operation Sindoor Success

  • Modi to outline security vision at Combined Commanders' Conference
  • Theatre Commands to integrate lessons from Operation Sindoor
  • Indigenous weapons like BrahMos to be showcased
  • Chiefs of Staff Committee role to be enhanced
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PM Modi to address top military commanders in Kolkata next month

PM Modi will speak to top commanders on national security, Theatre Commands, and indigenous weapons post-Operation Sindoor.

"The forces are preparing a detailed presentation on the performance of the equipment during Operation Sindoor. – Defence Sources"

Kolkata, August 18

For the first time after the major success in Operation Sindoor against Pakistan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to address the top military brass in the Combined Commanders' Conference planned to be held in Kolkata in the third week of September.

The conference is attended by all the top Commanders of the three defence forces along with the civilian bureaucracy of the Defence Ministry.

The Prime Minister is expected to address the top Commanders on national security-related issues and give out his vision for the forces in future, defence sources told ANI.

The Prime Minister is also expected to be given a detailed presentation on the creation of three Theatre Commands as part of the higher defence reforms to enable forces to fight future wars jointly and efficiently.

The basic groundwork for the Theatre Commands is being done by the Integrated Defence Staff under Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan. The IDS is now also working towards incorporating the lessons learnt from Operation Sindoor into the structure of the commands' structure.

The military is also looking towards enhancing the operational role of the Chiefs of Defence Staff-led Chiefs of Staff Committee, they said.

The Theatre Commands were planned to be set up at three locations, including Jaipur, Prayagraj and Karwar.

The commands would be responsible for the Western, Northern, and maritime borders, respectively.

Another major presentation to be made to the Prime Minister would be on the indigenous weapon systems and platforms built under Make in India in the country.

The forces are preparing a detailed presentation on the performance of the equipment during Operation Sindoor as well as the future programmes in this domain.

The BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, along with many loitering munitions like the Nagastra, were used to destroy the terror and Pakistani military targets in Pakistan.

A small number of indigenous weapon systems may also be showcased during the event planned for the first time in Kolkata.

The Prime Minister would earlier address the Combined Commanders' Conference annually, but now it has been made once every two years.

The Defence Minister had last year addressed the Joint Commanders' Conference in Lucknow, during which he gave the forces his directives and vision for national security.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the focus on defense, I hope the PM also addresses the welfare of soldiers' families and better healthcare for veterans. Our jawans sacrifice so much for us.
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Arjun K
Make in India weapons performing well in real operations is a proud moment! We must reduce foreign dependence for defense equipment. More budget should go to DRDO and private defense manufacturers.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see Kolkata being chosen for this conference. Eastern Command headquarters is important but often overlooked. Good strategic decision to highlight all regions equally.
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Vikram M
The Theatre Command system is long overdue. China has had it for years. Better late than never, but implementation must be smooth without inter-service rivalries coming in the way.
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Kavya N
Operation Sindoor has shown our military's capability. But let's not forget the human cost of conflicts. Hope the PM discusses diplomatic solutions too alongside military preparedness.
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Nikhil C
BrahMos missiles are our pride! But we need more such success stories in other defense sectors too. Hope the presentation includes timelines for next-gen weapon development.

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