India's security dynamics have multi-faceted threats & challenges: Airforce chief

Chennai: With the advent of new technology and radically newer doctrines, warfare is having a fundamental change, Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari said on Saturday, reports PTI.

He was reviewing the passing out parade by the contingents at the Officers Training Academy here.

"India's security dynamics involve multi-faceted threats and challenges. It would require us to build multi-domain capabilities and execute operations simultaneously and in shortened timeframes," he said and called upon the young officers to stay abreast with technological advancements.

These officers were joining the noble profession when the country was at the threshold of a technological transformation, he said. "Our Armed Forces have invested heavily in acquiring the next generation war fighting machines. You, as future operators of these highly potent systems, need to be fully conversant with them, and this can be achieved only through rigorous training, dedication and a professional approach," the Air Marshal said.

As future officers, they must develop an understanding of the complex and dynamic world through the study of military history, geopolitics and international affairs.

Quoting Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, he said the nation expected exceptional professionalism and unquestioned integrity from the officers. "We expect you to maintain the highest standards of personal conduct and moral values that reflect the dignity and pride of being in the profession of arms," Chaudhari said.

Also, he urged them to be fair, consistent, and selfless while at work and to be compassionate and understanding when dealing with their subordinates.

As many as 184 officer cadets and 36 women cadets were commissioned into various arms and services of the Indian Army following their successful completion of rigorous training at the OTA here.