Pune, May 31 -- Reaffirming the Army's commitment to safeguard nation's security, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Saturday said that the Indian Armed Forces remain fully prepared to launch the next phase of 'Operation Sindoor 2.0' if the need arises.

Talking to reporters after reviewing the passing-out parade of the 150th course at the National Defence Academy (NDA) in Pune, General Dwivedi, said 'Operation Sindoor' remains active and that the armed forces are preparing for future contingencies.

"There is a temporary cessation of hostilities at present, but all three services are preparing thoroughly for the next phase if the need arises," he said.

Pertinently, the operation was launched by India in May 2025 to avenge th...