Team News Riveting
New Delhi, November 19
The Raksha Mantri, Rajnath Singh, addressed the Air Force Commanders’ Conference (AFCC) at Air Headquarters in New Delhi today.
The conference was attended by Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Anil Chauhan, Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary (DDR&D) and Chairman DRDO Dr. Samir V. Kamat, Secretary (Defence Production) Sanjay Kumar and senior commanders of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
Upon his arrival at Air Headquarters, the Hon’ble Raksha Mantri was welcomed by the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Chief Marshal A P Singh. The Raksha Mantri was briefed on the operational capabilities of the IAF.
Addressing the gathering, Rajnath Singh commended the force for its dedication and professionalism in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty. He expressed confidence in the IAF’s ability to adapt to evolving challenges, and exhorted Commanders and senior officials of the MoD to look at means to make the process of capability and capacity building more efficient and effective, in keeping with our national aims and aspirations.
The ongoing conference has witnessed in-depth discussions on key operational, administrative, and strategic issues. The apex leadership also interacted with the CDS, Chief of the Army Staff and Chief of the Naval Staff to foster synergy.
This conference serves as a vital platform for the IAF’s senior leadership to deliberate on current challenges and strategize future actions to maintain operational excellence and Atmanirbharta in defence capabilities.
