General Dwivedi Reviews Vajra Corps Operational Readiness

New Delhi, April 12, 2025 — Chief of the Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, undertook a critical visit. He went to the Indian Army’s Vajra Corps. He evaluated its operational preparedness along India’s Western front. This visit underscored the Army’s commitment to maintaining robust security amid evolving regional dynamics.

The Army Chief was accompanied by the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C), Western Command. He was briefed extensively on the prevailing security situation. They also discussed the Corps’ readiness. The General Officer Commanding, Vajra Corps, provided detailed insights into current deployments, training exercises, and coordination with allied security forces.

Firsthand Assessment of Frontline Formations

During the visit, General Dwivedi toured several forward locations, where he interacted with troops and assessed frontline operational setups. The visit offered a ground-level understanding of the Corps’ readiness posture. It demonstrated their preparedness to counter any potential threats across the western theatre.

He commended the seamless coordination between the Indian Air Force, Border Security Force (BSF), and Punjab Police. General Dwivedi also praised other civil and paramilitary agencies. He highlighted the importance of this inter-agency synergy. It plays a vital role in ensuring comprehensive security along the border and hinterland.

Morale, Modernization, and National Vision

The Army Chief expressed satisfaction over the high morale, discipline, and professionalism of the troops. In his address, he urged all ranks to continue upholding the Army’s standards of operational excellence. He also encouraged greater adoption of cutting-edge technology. This aligns with the military’s modernization goals.

General Dwivedi referred to the Army’s transformation roadmap. He reiterated the vision of creating a modern, agile, and tech-driven force. This vision aligns with the national initiative of Viksit Bharat – India@2047.

Veterans Honoured for Lifelong Service

In a heartfelt gesture, General Dwivedi interacted with Army veterans. He also felicitated them, acknowledging their selfless service. Their continued contributions to nation-building were recognized. The veterans were praised for their legacy. Many of them once served with the Vajra Corps. Their enduring commitment to India’s defense was also lauded.

AWWA’s Focus on Family Welfare

Parallelly, Mrs. Sunita Dwivedi, President of the Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA), conducted a review. She examined welfare programs run by the Vajra Corps. She interacted with families of service personnel and ex-servicemen. AWWA President took stock of initiatives aimed at healthcare, education, resettlement, and community support.

Her visit highlighted the Army’s holistic approach to service life. This approach values not just the soldiers. It also considers their families and communities as integral to the nation’s security fabric.

This visit reaffirmed the Indian Army’s unwavering vigilance and evolving capabilities on the Western front. It ensures the army remains prepared to meet any challenge with resolve and resilience.