Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, addressing the Combined Commanders’ Conference 2025, urged the Armed Forces to prepare for modern warfare, including information and biological threats. He emphasized technology adoption and self-reliance, calling for a ‘Sudarshan Chakra’ strategy. Singh highlighted the ‘JAI’ mantra (Jointness, Aatmanirbharta, Innovation) for military modernization and cited Operation Sindoor as an example of India’s growing indigenous capabilities.