General Dwivedi Highlights Shift to Proactive Deterrence in Army
Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi addressed the passing-out parade of the 150th course at the National Defence Academy on May 30, 2026. He emphasized the Indian Army's transition from reactive to proactive deterrence, citing Operation Sindoor as a benchmark for national response to provocation. General Dwivedi noted the evolving security landscape, which includes hybrid warfare and contested grey zones, and stressed the importance of integrated military responses. He acknowledged the participation of 24 cadets from 12 foreign countries and praised the parade's impressive drill standards. General Dwivedi reflected on his own experience, having graduated from the same academy over 42 years ago.
Published 1 day ago • 30 May 2026, 11:29 AM IST