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"सर्वदा सजग, सर्वदा सक्षम" Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh, IAS, and Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, #SouthernCommand witnessed the culmination of multi-agency Exercise #TATRAKSHA, which showcased seamless integration of security agencies in coastal and creek operations. The Integrated Training Exercise conducted over a period of three weeks by joint forces from the #IndianArmy, #IndianNavy, #IndianAirForce, #IndianCoastGuard, #BSF and Gujarat Marine Police, with active support of the civil administration, rehearsed coordinated responses to evolving situations. The participating agencies demonstrated exceptional #OperationalSynergy, #MilitaryCivilFusion and inter-agency coordination, validating preparedness and rapid response mechanisms. The synchronised actions, precision execution and high state of readiness for resolute response demonstrated by the joint forces validated decisive integrated capability for full spectrum of operations in the sector. #IndianArmy #DecadeOfTransformation #Jointness Ministry of Defence, Government of India HQ IDS ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY SpokespersonNavy Indian Air Force Indian Coast Guard BSF Konark Corps INDIAN ARMY PRO Defence Pune PRO Defence Gujarat
Southern Command INDIAN ARMY381,142 Aufrufe • vor 4 Monaten
Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, #SouthernCommand, visited the Cataract Eye Surgery Camp at Military Hospital, #Bhuj—where the #IndianArmy brought light back into nearly 200 lives in just three days across the remote frontiers of #Kutch. After treatment of over 2500 veterans, dependents and civilians, the mission stands as a powerful testament to #SevaParmoDharma—blending medical excellence with compassion, strengthening border communities and reaffirming the Army’s unwavering resolve to serve where it matters most. #NationFirst #MilitaryCivilFusion ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY Ministry of Defence, Government of India DGAFMS-MoD Indian Air Force SpokespersonNavy National Cadet Corps Indian Coast Guard CMO Gujarat PRO Defence Gujarat Ministry of Health Konark Corps INDIAN ARMY Health & Family Welfare Dept, Govt of Gujarat
Southern Command INDIAN ARMY247,842 Aufrufe • vor 4 Monaten
Forging the Future Battlefield: Multi-Domain Warfighting Excellence Under the global spotlight, #SouthernCommand conducted a high-tempo Fire & Manoeuvre Exercise, called Exercise Agni Varsha at the Pokhran Field Firing Range, integrating emerging technologies to enhance Multi-Domain Operations. The exercise demonstrated persistent #ISR capabilities, precision strike systems and rapid battlefield manoeuvre, highlighting the Indian Army’s evolving warfighting doctrine and high combat readiness in the #DecadeOfTransformation. Witnessed by 28 foreign defence journalists, the exercise reaffirmed India’s operational preparedness, seamless technology integration and credible deterrence posture, ready to deliver swift, calibrated responses across the spectrum of modern conflict. 🇮🇳 #IndianArmy #SudarshanChakraCorps #WhiteTigerDivision Ministry of Defence, Government of India Southern Command INDIAN ARMY
ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY157,206 Aufrufe • vor 3 Monaten
Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, #SouthernCommand, witnessed 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐀𝐌𝐎𝐆𝐇 𝐉𝐖𝐀𝐋𝐀, where speed, precision and the seamless integration of new-generation equipment and technologies defined high-tempo mechanised warfare, reflecting the combat edge of a networked, integrated and #FutureReady #IndianArmy. The exercise validated the integrated employment of Attack Helicopters, Fighter Aircraft, drones, Counter-Drone systems, #ISR and EW capabilities to enhance battlefield awareness, shorten decision cycles and deliver decisive combat effect in a multi-domain operational environment. #SudarshanChakraCorps #WhiteTigerDivision #TechAbsorption #Jointness #DecadeOfTransformation #YearOfNetworkingAndDataCentricity ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY PRO Defence Pune PRO Defence Lucknow Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Southern Command INDIAN ARMY126,056 Aufrufe • vor 3 Monaten
Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, #SouthernCommand, reviewed ‘𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐑𝐔𝐃𝐑𝐀 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐊𝐓𝐈’ at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges, where #RudraBrigade validated decisive all-arms manoeuvre, precision firepower and seamless multi-domain integration—signalling the #IndianArmy’s readiness to dominate high-intensity future battlefields. Commending the troops for exceptional professionalism and combat cohesion, the Army Commander underscored that such high-tempo, technology-enabled training accelerates operational transformation and reinforces the transition towards a #FutureReady force in the #DecadeOfTransformation. #IndianArmy #TechAbsorption #BlackMaceBrigade ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY Konark Corps INDIAN ARMY Ministry of Defence, Government of India रक्षा मंत्री कार्यालय/ RMO India HQ IDS PRO Defence Pune
Southern Command INDIAN ARMY169,467 Aufrufe • vor 4 Monaten
Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, #SouthernCommand, reviewed ‘𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐑𝐔𝐃𝐑𝐀 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐊𝐓𝐈’, an all-arms manoeuvre exercise with live firing conducted by the Rudra Brigade at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges, validating the Indian Army’s capability to undertake high-intensity, integrated operations in the evolving battlefield environments. ‘𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐑𝐔𝐃𝐑𝐀 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐊𝐓𝐈’ was conducted as a follow-up to ‘𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐀𝐊𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐏𝐑𝐀𝐇𝐀𝐑’, which had earlier validated the #RudraBrigade and new operational concepts in the desert sector. The live firing exercise focused on further enhancing combat integration and operational effectiveness through synchronized employment of mechanized forces, artillery, air defence units, Army Aviation assets including ALH-WSI and Apache helicopters, along with Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Counter-UAS capabilities, demonstrating seamless synergy across land, air and digital domains. During the review, the Army Commander interacted with troops on the ground and commended all ranks for their exemplary training standards, professionalism and operational preparedness, while lauding their ability to execute complex missions with speed, precision and cohesion. 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐑𝐔𝐃𝐑𝐀 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐊𝐓𝐈’ stands as testimony to the Indian Army’s ongoing transformation, where organizational innovation, tactical evolution and technological integration are advancing together. It reaffirms the Army’s unwavering commitment to remain mission-ready, technologically empowered and #FutureReady to meet emerging security challenges. #IndianArmy #BlackMaceBrigade #DecadeOfTransformation #TechAbsorption ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY Konark Corps INDIAN ARMY Ministry of Defence, Government of India रक्षा मंत्री कार्यालय/ RMO India HQ IDS PRO Defence Pune
Southern Command INDIAN ARMY45,544 Aufrufe • vor 4 Monaten
Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief #SouthernCommand on relinquishing the command, laid a wreath at the Southern Command War Memorial to honour the sacrifice of the Bravehearts on 31 Mar 2026. The Army Commander subsequently reviewed the Guard of Honour at HQ Southern Command. In his message to all ranks of Southern Command, the Army Commander exhorted all to sustain Southern Command’s operational edge by embracing #TechAbsorption, refining warfighting competencies for Multi-Domain Operations and strengthening the foundations of a #FutureReady force. Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth assumes the appointment of the Vice Chief of Army Staff (#VCOAS) with effect from 01 April 2026. #IndianArmy #DecadeOfTransformation ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY Ministry of Defence, Government of India PRO Defence Pune
Southern Command INDIAN ARMY29,318 Aufrufe • vor 2 Monaten
𝐀𝐤𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐚𝐫 - 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐭 Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief #SouthernCommand, reviewed the operational preparedness of #KonarkCorps during #ExerciseAkhandPrahar, conducted in the Desert Sector as part of the #TriServices Exercise #Trishul. The exercise validated full-spectrum combat readiness of #KonarkCorps through integrated employment of all arms and services — from mechanised and infantry manoeuvres to the execution of land operations by the Rudra Brigade, Special Heliborne Operations, and coordinated Attack Helicopter missions by #ArmyAviation. Seamless synergy with the #IndianAirForce was demonstrated through Fighter Ground Attack missions in close support of land forces. Employment of indigenous drones, counter-drone systems and EW grids further enhanced battlefield transparency, precision and control, underscoring India’s growing technological edge and #Atmanirbharta. The exercise reaffirmed the Corps’ transformation into a modern, agile and networked force — future-ready for multi-domain, high-tempo operations. The Army Commander commended all participating formations and units for their professionalism, innovation and joint operational excellence — epitomising #SouthernCommand’s ethos of Jointness, Technology Absorption and Operational Excellence. #IndianArmy #MultiDomainOperations #ForceReadiness #OperationalExcellence #BlackMaceBrigade Ministry of Defence, Government of India HQ IDS ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY Konark Corps INDIAN ARMY PRO Defence Pune PRO Jaipur MoD
Southern Command INDIAN ARMY41,363 Aufrufe • vor 7 Monaten
Air Defence Brigade of #SouthernCommand conducted a high-intensity field firing exercise at #Pokhran, validating precision engagement capabilities against a spectrum of contemporary aerial threats, including autonomous and swarm drones. Amid the rapidly evolving character of warfare, the exercise showcased high operational readiness, seamless battle drills and accelerated #TechAbsorption, reinforcing the cutting edge of #ArmyAirDefence to dominate the emerging aerial battlespace and remain #MissionReady to safeguard the nation’s skies. #ArmyAirDefence #FirstInBattleADBrigade #IndianArmy ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY HQ IDS Ministry of Defence, Government of India PRO Defence Pune
Southern Command INDIAN ARMY22,210 Aufrufe • vor 3 Monaten
Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, #SouthernCommand, witnessed #ShauryaSquadron of the #IndianArmy in action during a high-tempo integrated mechanised manoeuvre exercise at #Babina Field Firing Ranges. Pioneered by #WhiteTigerDivision of #SudarshanChakraCorps, #ShauryaSquadron represents a modern tactical construct for Multi-Domain Operations, drawing upon the AirLand Battle concept to integrate air and land capabilities across the depth of the battlespace through surveillance, manoeuvre and precision fires for faster decisions and decisive combat effect. Fielded in a realistic battle environment, #ShauryaSquadron demonstrated the seamless integration of real-time surveillance assets with mechanised forces, attack helicopters, swarm strikes and coordinated firepower, enhancing battlefield awareness, compressing the sensor-to-shooter cycle and enabling swift, decisive battlefield response. On culmination of the exercise, the Army Commander lauded the formation for exercising an innovative tactical capability aligned with the Indian Army’s ongoing transformation towards integrated and technology-driven warfighting. Interacting with the Squadron, he exhorted all ranks to remain professionally agile, technologically proficient and operationally aligned to deliver decisive effect across the full spectrum of Multi-Domain Operations. #DecadeOfTransformation #YearOfNetworkingAndDataCentricity #TechAbsorption ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY Ministry of Defence, Government of India रक्षा मंत्री कार्यालय/ RMO India PRO Defence Pune
Southern Command INDIAN ARMY19,217 Aufrufe • vor 2 Monaten
Southern Command Driving Transformation, Validating Future Readiness Showcasing Jointness, Synergy, and Combat Readiness, formations of #KonarkCorps under #SouthernCommand are forging excellence in the Desert Sector during the ongoing #ExerciseAkhandPrahar, under the Tri-Services framework of #ExerciseTrishul. Validating integrated battle drills and Multi-domain operations, the formations are refining Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) for Combined Arms operations by day and night in a desert environment. Tech-enabled and mission-focused, the exercise epitomises seamless integration across all Services and Domains to shape future battlefield dominance. #TriServicesExercise #DecadeofTransformation #YearOfTechAbsorption #BattleAxeDivision #BlackMaceBrigade Ministry of Defence, Government of India HQ IDS ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY Konark Corps INDIAN ARMY PRO Defence Pune Spokesperson & PRO Jaipur MoD
Southern Command INDIAN ARMY39,219 Aufrufe • vor 7 Monaten
Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, #SouthernCommand, visited #ChhatrapatiSambhajinagar Military Station to review the operational readiness of the #SureSwiftStrikers formation. A Formation and Station Brief was presented to the Army Commander, outlining key operational commitments, training focus areas, major infrastructure upgrades and welfare measures. During the visit, the Army Commander witnessed a comprehensive demonstration of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) operations and Counter-UAS operations, including synchronised display of 40 drones being operated simultaneously, delivering coordinated swarm effects with razor-sharp precision. The demonstration showcased the formation’s high technical proficiency, and operational readiness to address emerging threats on future battlefields. The Army Commander during his drive around the station was shown various station Welfare initiatives including the Sainik Sahayata Kendra for veterans and their families, reaffirming #SouthernCommand’s continued focus on operational excellence backed by strong welfare support. #IndianArmy #DecadeofTransformation #SouthernCommand #SudarshanChakraCorps #AgnibaazDivision ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY PRO Defence Pune
Southern Command INDIAN ARMY25,709 Aufrufe • vor 5 Monaten