Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan outlined India’s major security challenges, focusing on the unresolved border dispute with China and Pakistan’s proxy warfare tactics. He emphasized the necessity of adapting to new warfare domains and highlighted India’s enhanced precision strike capabilities demonstrated during Operation Sindoor, which targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan to reaffirm India’s zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism. Chauhan noted the importance of political backing in military operations, insisting military strategies must align with political objectives. This holistic approach illustrates India’s commitment to safeguarding national interests against evolving threats while maintaining operational readiness.