In a move underscoring the Indian Army’s focus on modernization and technological adaptation, Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Command, visited the Laungewala Brigade earlier this week. The visit was aimed at reviewing operational preparedness, evaluating new tech-enabled infrastructure, and assessing troop welfare measures.
Lt Gen Seth was briefed on recent advancements, including the establishment of a Drone Training Node within the brigade. The facility highlights the Indian Army’s increasing reliance on drone technology, mirroring global trends where unmanned aerial systems have played critical roles in modern combat.
The Army Commander also inspected innovations designed to enhance real-time combat training and improve battlefield response times. He expressed appreciation for the brigade’s ongoing efforts to incorporate next-generation systems into their training modules.
The Laungewala Brigade holds a unique place in Indian military history for its heroic resistance during the 1971 Indo-Pak War, when Indian troops repelled a much larger Pakistani force. Today, that legacy is being fortified through digital upgrades and cutting-edge systems, helping bridge past achievements with future capabilities.
Appointed as the Southern Army Commander on July 1, 2024, Lt Gen Seth emphasized the importance of maintaining operational excellence and adapting to emerging threats. With a background that includes instructional roles at the National Defence Academy and the School of Armoured Warfare, his leadership aligns with India’s Decade of Transformation strategy (2023–2032), aimed at building a digitally empowered and future-ready armed force.
The visit not only reaffirmed the importance of technological evolution in military readiness but also demonstrated the Indian Army’s continued commitment to combining tradition with innovation in its defence doctrine.
