The impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on India will be among the topics of discussion during the five-day Army Commanders' Conference beginning Monday in the national capital. The conference will be addressed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on April 21.
“During the conference, the senior leadership of the Indian Army will review the operational situation along the active borders, assess threats in the entire spectrum of conflict and undertake analysis of capability voids to further focus on capability development and operational preparedness plans,” a Defence Ministry statement said. “Discussions on aspects pertaining to infrastructure development in border areas, modernisation through indigenisation, induction of niche tech and assessment on any impact of the Russia-Ukraine war are also scheduled.”
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The prolonged Russian-Ukraine war is likely to have implications for India's defence equipment procurement in the light of Western sanctions against Russia. India is said to be dependent on Russia for defence procurement.
Early this month, while addressing a gathering of IAF officers in Hyderabad, Defence Minister Singh had flagged the issue.
“These days, there have been challenges in ensuring supply lines. External situation has affected the serviceability of critical weapons and equipment. Therefore, we are leaving no stone unturned to achieve…
