New Delhi, May 21 -- Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Thursday underscored the importance of "Jointness, Atmanirbharta and Innovation (JAI)" as key pillars for transforming the future architecture of the Indian Armed Forces during an address to officers of the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) and the Department of Military Affairs at the Manekshaw Centre here.
Highlighting the need for sustained efforts towards greater synergy among the three Services, the CDS said the Armed Forces are presently witnessing one of the most significant phases of transition in recent times.
He emphasised that the ongoing reforms aimed at jointness and integration are not merely organisational adjustments, but mark the beginn...