Armed forces ready for ‘Operation Sindoor 2.0’ if need arises, says Army chief
The Indian armed forces are prepared for 'Operation Sindoor 2.0' if necessary, according to Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi. He emphasized the importance of synergy among the three services for modern multi-domain warfare. General Dwivedi also highlighted the evolving nature of future conflicts, which will increasingly involve new domains such as space and cyber warfare.
- ▪General Upendra Dwivedi stated that the armed forces are ready for 'Operation Sindoor 2.0' if the need arises.
- ▪He mentioned that while there is a temporary cessation of hostilities, preparations are ongoing for future operations.
- ▪The General noted that modern battlefields are highly transparent, requiring cautious deployment and protection measures.
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The armed forces are fully prepared for ‘Operation Sindoor 2.0’ if the need arises, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi said on Saturday (May 30, 2026), asserting that all three services are enhancing synergy for modern multi-domain warfare that extends beyond land, air and sea.Speaking at a press conference on the sidelines of the passing-out parade of the 150th course of the National Defence Academy (NDA) in Pune, General Dwivedi noted that while a temporary cessation of hostilities currently exists, all three services are preparing intensely for the next phase should it take place. National security linked to economic growth; strategic self-reliance a must: Gen.
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