How did PM Modi’s CDS Vision maintain unmatched coordination among the Indian Armed Forces?
The Director General of the three armies appreciated the roles of each other
New Delhi: After the Pahalgam terror attack, the way India taught the terrorists in Pakistan and the Pak government a lesson, since then India’s armed forces have been praised everywhere. The most praise in this is that the three armies of India carried out the operation vermilion and showed Pakistan’s status.
How did this synergy strong between the three armies of India? Have you ever thought about it? Actually the reason behind this is the construction of the post of Chief of Defense Staff (CDS). It was because of this post that the three armies were able to keep strong coordination among themselves and gave a befitting reply to the enemies.
After the operation, the media briefing also showed the best view of this synergy and the all the directives of the three armies appreciated each other’s roles, and emphasized the power to bring Pakistan’s military establishment under heavy pressure. Defense experts also believe this.
When was the post of CDS established?
The post of Chief of Defense Staff (CDS) in India was formally established on 24 December 2019. It was first announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Independence Day speech on 15 August 2019. The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) approved the creation of the post on 24 December 2019, and General Bipin Rawat was appointed as India’s first CDS on 1 January 2020.
In fact, this idea was first placed by a high -level review committee evaluating the performance of the Armed Forces after the 1999 Kargil War. However, it remained on paper for years. The panel strongly recommended the appointment of a CDS, ensuring strategic communication and operations without interruption in services. But it was only under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi that this significant improvement was implemented.
What is the roll of CDS; Who appoints?
The Chief of Defense Staff (CDS) is the highest military officer of military affairs in India, whose main role is to provide coordination, integration, and strategic direction between the armed forces (Army, Navy, and Air Force). CDS works under the Ministry of Defense. Its primary purpose is to make military operations more effective and integrated.
The CDS is equivalent to a four-star General, equivalent to the Chiefs of the Army, Navy, and Air Force. CDS does not have direct control over the operation of the three armies; This right lives with the army chiefs. But CDS plays an important role in policy and coordination.
The CDS is appointed by the government, and the post is usually elected from senior officers of the three armies. Currently General Anil Chauhan is the CDS of India, which is advancing reforms.
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