In reaction to the October 7th event involving Hamas in Israel, India's Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, recently issued a directive to Indian Army commanders.

 

 

 

 

He cautioned them to be prepared for the unexpected. According to Hindustan Times, the Indian Army has been researching the terror attack and the Israeli Defense Forces' ground offensive in Gaza.

The Indian Army has undertaken significant emergency acquisitions in two waves in response to anticipated asymmetric threats. Among the defensive equipment purchased are anti-drone technologies, logistical Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), loiter ammunition, and ground sensors.

 

These purchases are in line with the "Aatmanirbhar Bharat" (Self-Reliant India) strategy, which seeks to secure Indian borders and prevent any asymmetric attacks.
 

The latest Hamas terror act in Gaza and rocket assaults on Israeli communities were hot topics during the Army Commanders' Conference.

 

The military, intelligence agencies, and the Ministry of External Affairs are all keenly monitoring the consequences of this conflict and its possible influence on the Middle East area.

 

Source : AFI