Rear Admiral B S Sodhi, Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Policy & Plans), delivered an insightful lecture at the Army War College on the capability development of the Indian Navy in the face of evolving future challenges.
Focus on Future-Ready Capabilities
During the session, Rear Admiral Sodhi emphasised:
- The Navy’s long-term capability development roadmap
- Adapting to emerging threats in a dynamic security environment
- Strengthening preparedness for multi-domain operations
Push for Indigenisation and Innovation
He highlighted the Indian Navy’s strong focus on:
- Indigenous development of platforms and systems
- Encouraging innovation within the defence ecosystem
- Reducing dependency on foreign technologies
Inter-Service Knowledge Sharing
The lecture, attended by officers undergoing higher military training, reflected growing synergy between the Indian Army and the Indian Navy, promoting joint understanding of future warfare requirements.
Conclusion
The session underscored the importance of innovation-driven capability building and inter-service collaboration in preparing India’s armed forces for emerging strategic and technological challenges.
