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CDS Gen Anil Chauhan Calls for Multi-Domain Readiness, Cites Operation Sindoor as Model

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan addressed the evolving nature of warfare, highlighting its increased speed and intensity. He stated that India must be prepared for short-duration, high-intensity conflicts, similar to Operation Sindoor, while managing relationships with nuclear-armed neighbours and territorial disputes. The CDS emphasized that multi-domain operations are essential for contemporary defence strategy.

Key Points: CDS Gen Anil Chauhan on Modern Warfare: Must Exploit New Domains, Prepare for Short Conflicts

  • CDS Gen Anil Chauhan defines modern warfare as fast, smart, and high-tempo
  • India must prepare for short, intense conflicts like Operation Sindoor to deter terrorism
  • Military strategy must account for nuclear-armed adversaries and territorial disputes
  • Multi-domain operations are now a necessity for national defence
  • Armed forces must create asymmetric advantages while guarding against exploitation by others
  • Operation Sindoor cited as a model of decisive, multi-domain military action
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"We must exploit new domains and create asymmetry with our weaker adversary": CDS Gen Chauhan

CDS Gen Anil Chauhan outlines India's defence strategy, emphasizing multi-domain operations, readiness for short wars like Operation Sindoor, and creating asymmetry against adversaries.

"Warfare in the new domains is faster and smarter. It's also shorter in duration, and the tempo of that warfare is very, very high. Decisions are compressed in time, and the effects of that war are felt almost instantly. - Chief of Defence Staff General Anil ChauhanWe must exploit new domains and create asymmetry with our weaker adversary and yet not allow these asymmetries to be exploited by other nations. - Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan"

Mumbai (Maharashtra), December 23

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan underscored the rapid transformation in modern warfare, describing it as faster, smarter, shorter in duration, and characterised by high tempo and instantaneous effects.

According to CDS Gen. Chauhan, speaking at an IIT Bombay event, India has territorial disputes with both nations. It must be ready for short, intense conflicts like Operation Sindoor to deter terrorism.

"Warfare in the new domains is faster and smarter. It's also shorter in duration, and the tempo of that warfare is very, very high. Decisions are compressed in time, and the effects of that war are felt almost instantly. This was clearly evident in Operation Sindoor, a war that lasted only about four days, resulting in a decisive victory. But all domains of warfare were used simultaneously with a great amount of tempo," he said while addressing a gathering.

The CDS emphasised that multi-domain operations are no longer optional but a necessity, with actions in one domain immediately impacting others.

"The question is, what kind of threats and challenges should India be prepared for₹ I think this should be based on two major facts. One is that both our adversaries, one is a nuclear weapon state and other is a nuclear armed state. We should not allow that level of deterrence to be breached," CDS Chauhan added.

"We have territorial disputes with both of them. We should be prepared to fight short-duration, high-intensity conflicts to deter terrorism, something like Operation Sindoor. We should be prepared for a land-centric, long-duration conflict because we have land disputes, yet we try to avoid it. We must exploit new domains and create asymmetry with our weaker adversary and yet not allow these asymmetries to be exploited by other nations," he added.

India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 to avenge the terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22. India inflicted heavy damage on the terror infrastructure located in Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir and Pakistan.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I understand the need for strong defence, I hope this focus on "creating asymmetry" doesn't lead to unnecessary escalation. Peace should always be the ultimate goal. Our diplomacy needs to work in tandem with military readiness.
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Rohit P
Absolutely correct sir! The nature of war has changed. We need to invest heavily in AI, drones, and cyber capabilities. Short, intense conflicts are the future to punish terror sponsors without getting into a long, draining war. Proud of our forces!
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Sarah B
Interesting to hear this from an Indian strategic perspective. The point about multi-domain operations impacting each other instantly is crucial for global security dynamics. The reference to nuclear deterrence is a sobering reminder of the stakes.
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Vikram M
"Exploit new domains and create asymmetry" – this is the key. We have the tech talent in our IITs and startups. It's time to fully integrate that innovation with our defence strategy. Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence is not an option, it's a necessity.
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Karthik V
The CDS is spot on, but I have a respectful criticism. We also need to focus on the human element and veterans' welfare. Strong tech is useless without motivated soldiers. Hope the budget allocation reflects this comprehensive vision.
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Ananya R

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