The need for an increased state of multi-domain warfare readiness and operational preparedness has led the Western Command of the Indian Air Force to conduct a two-day Commanders’ Conference in New Delhi on December 6 and 7.
Led by the Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, the conference aligned the strategic objectives of the Air Force with its vision of self-reliance and combat excellence.
During the discussions, Air Chief Marshal Singh emphasized the importance of this year’s theme: “Bharatiya Vayu Sena – Sashakt, Saksham, Atmanirbhar” (Indian Air Force – Empowered, Capable, Self-Reliant). The commanders were called upon to give special emphasis to capacity building and institute realistic training to meet the challenges of the future.
Singh emphasized focused progress in selected areas, which are enhancement of operational capability through better training and planning, early operationalization of newly inducted equipment, safety, and nurturing leadership at all levels to develop a cohesive, future-ready force.
Key Focus on Multi-Domain Warfare
This conference brought out the requirement for advanced training programs on realistic multi-domain scenarios for war fighting. Discussions included operationalizing new equipment and expediting induction and deployment of cutting-edge systems.
Senior officials of IAF stressed the need for leadership empowerment at all levels to build a cohesive and effective force. They also strengthened the call for strict adherence to operational safety practices in order to ensure mission success.
Air Chief Marshal Singh lauded the swift response by the Western Air Command in general and especially for HADR missions, while reinforcing the core values intrinsic to the force: ‘Mission, Integrity, and Excellence’.
The deliberations finally ended with Air Marshal PM Sinha, chief of the Western Air Command, exuding the commitment of the officials towards responding to emerging challenges and in evolving themselves into a vital element of national defense.
Western Air Command is the largest command of the Indian Air Force, which oversees 16 Air Force Bases. It is responsible for the aerial defense of northern India, covering areas such as New Delhi, Western Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Jammu and Kashmir.
