Indian Navy holds Commanders Conference in New Delhi

The Indian Navy is conducting its second Commanders Conference of 2026 in New Delhi from September 29 to October 1. The three-day high-level meeting involves senior naval commanders, operational and area commanders, and top military leadership to review maritime security and operational readiness.

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the commanders, emphasizing India’s strategic responsibilities in the Indian Ocean Region and the Navy’s role as a reliable first responder. The conference also highlighted ‘Operation Energy Security’ in light of ongoing conflicts in West Asia, underscoring the Navy’s contribution to protecting India’s energy interests.

Chief of Defence Staff General N.S. Raja Subramani and Army Chief General Dheeraj Seth participated to promote inter-service synergy and jointness. Discussions focused on modernizing warfare through the adoption of advanced technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, big data analysis, autonomous systems, and cyber operations. The Navy aims to strengthen its capabilities through the pillars of jointness, self-reliance, and innovation (JAI) to remain a combat-ready force for future conflicts.