Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
This is a critical ongoing defence reform in India, directly impacting national security, military effectiveness, and inter-service coordination. It is vital for India's strategic posture, especially given complex border challenges and the need for rapid, coordinated responses in a multi-front scenario.
Theatre commands represent a structural reform aimed at integrating the resources and capabilities of the Army, Navy, and Air Force under a unified command for specific geographical or functional areas, enhancing jointness and operational efficiency in modern warfare.