In an address at a conference of top commanders of the IAF, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today asked them to be efficient and effective in the process of building capabilities and in adding capacity. Rajnath Singh commended the IAF for…

Tribune News Service

In an address at a conference of top commanders of the IAF, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today asked them to be efficient and effective in the process of building capabilities and in adding capacity.

Rajnath Singh commended the IAF for its dedication and professionalism in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty.

The minister said he was confident of the IAF’s ability to adapt to evolving challenges. The minister was briefed on the operational capabilities of the IAF.

He asked the commanders and senior officials of the Ministry of Defence to make the process of adding capabilities and capacities more efficient and effective. This, he said, should be in line with national aims and aspirations.

The ongoing conference has witnessed in-depth discussions on key operational, administrative and strategic issues. The top IAF leadership also interacted with the Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi and Navy Chief Admiral DK Tripathi.

The conference serves as a vital platform for the IAF’s senior leadership to deliberate on current challenges and strategise future actions to maintain operational excellence and self-reliance in defence capabilities.

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, Chairman DRDO Dr Samir V Kamat and Secretary Defence Production Sanjay Kumar were present at the event.

Upon his arrival at Air Headquarters, the minister was welcomed by IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh.