General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), visited the Indian Army’s Vajra Corps headquarters today as part of his ongoing tour of the Western Command. The visit focused on assessing the operational preparedness of the formation along the Western Front, a strategically vital region bordering Pakistan. General Dwivedi, who assumed the role of the 30th COAS in June 2024, was accompanied by the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Western Command during the visit.

The General Officer Commanding, Vajra Corps, briefed General Dwivedi on the current security situation and operational dynamics along the Western borders. The COAS was updated on the Corps’ readiness posture, which is critical given the geopolitical sensitivity of the region. The Vajra Corps, established in 1950 to counter potential threats from Pakistan, plays a pivotal role in India’s defense strategy, particularly in Punjab, under the Western Command’s Area of Responsibility, which spans Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and parts of Jammu.

During the visit, General Dwivedi commended the personnel of Vajra Corps for their unwavering commitment, operational readiness, and professionalism. He emphasized the importance of adapting to the evolving security dynamics along the Western Front, urging the troops to remain vigilant and prepared for emerging challenges. The visit underscores the Indian Army’s focus on maintaining a robust defense posture in this critical sector.

This review aligns with the Indian Army’s broader vision under the “Decade of Transformation” (2023–2032), which includes 2025 being designated as the “Year of Reforms” by the Ministry of Defence. The initiative emphasizes technological absorption and self-reliance, with the Army having inducted 37 innovations and secured intellectual property rights for 25 of them by 2025. This push for indigenization reflects India’s commitment to building a future-ready force capable of addressing diverse threats in a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape.

Accompanying the COAS, Sunita Dwivedi, President of the Army Women Welfare Association (AWWA), also reviewed welfare initiatives undertaken by the Vajra Corps. Her visit highlighted the Army’s holistic approach to supporting the well-being of families and ex-servicemen, ensuring comprehensive care for the military community.