New Army chief unveils ‘VIJAY’ vision for a technology-driven future force

Dhiraj Seth assumed charge as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) on 1 July 2026, succeeding Upendra Dwivedi.

He unveiled a strategic vision titled “VIJAY” to transform the Indian Army into a technology-enabled, future-ready, and self-reliant force.

VIJAY: Strategic Vision

V – Vigilance and Readiness

• Maintain constant vigilance along India’s borders.
• Remain prepared to respond effectively to conventional and emerging security threats.
• Sustain a high level of operational readiness.

I – Innovation and Transformation

• Promote technological modernisation.
• Adopt innovative doctrinal and operational concepts.
• Integrate advanced technologies to enhance combat capability.

J – Jointness and Integration

• Strengthen coordination and interoperability among the Indian Army, Indian Air Force, and Indian Navy.
• Improve joint planning, training, and conduct of integrated military operations.

A – Aatmanirbharta

• Build a self-reliant Army by leveraging indigenous defence technologies and domestic defence manufacturing.
• Promote the use of equipment developed under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.

Y – Yoddha First (Soldier First)

• Place the welfare, capability, morale, and operational effectiveness of soldiers at the centre of all reforms.
• Ensure better training, equipment, and support for personnel.

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