At the India Defence Conclave 2025, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan emphasized the incorporation of lessons learned from Operation Sindoor into India’s ongoing theaterisation model, aimed at enhancing the military’s operational efficiency. He highlighted that approximately 90% of the work on creating theatre commands is complete, stressing the need for integrated capabilities across the Army, Navy, and Air Force to respond more effectively to diverse security challenges, particularly with respect to ISR (intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance) and kinetic operations. Air Chief Marshal Amarpreet Singh echoed this sentiment, praising the swift termination of the conflict with Pakistan during Operation Sindoor as a model for conflict resolution, contrasting it with other prolonged global conflicts driven by ego. Both military leaders underscored the importance of adapting to modern warfare’s new normal, which includes improved air defense, counter-UAS strategies, and electronic warfare capabilities. The discussions reflect a significant shift in India’s defense strategy towards a more unified military framework, enhancing coordination between services to counter evolving threats. This ongoing reform is critical, as it aligns with broader geopolitical dynamics and underscores India’s commitment to maintaining a strategic edge amid regional tensions, thereby reinforcing its position as a responsible regional power.