Integrated Theatre Command (ITC)
One of the most expansive and
far-reaching changes in progress in the military architecture of India is that
of Integrated Theatre Commands, which is an intentional attempt at redefining
the manner in which the armed forces anticipate and execute operations in a
more competitive and multi-domain security environment. The initiative, led by
the Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, and anchored within the
Department of Military Affairs is aimed at taking the Indian Army, Navy and Air
Force out of the deep service silos to the next level of jointness and
operational coherence especially in the event of a two front scenario involving
China and Pakistan. Although several models of geographic and functional
organization of theatre commands have been tested, no ultimate structure and
timeline of implementation have been officially approved, and the current
single-service commands remain in operation. Vital issues- most of them
including integration and control of air power remain under discussion.
Combined, Integrated Theatre Commands will be no more than a strategic shift
towards greater efficiency, synergy and preparedness in the future war-fighting
stance of India.
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