Addressing a joint graduation ceremony of the 213th Officer Course at the Air Force Academy (AFA), Dundigal, Chaudhary also said that the conflicts of tomorrow cannot be fought with yesterday’s mentality.
 "Modern warfare is no longer just about the physical domain: IAF chief VR Chaudhary")
Press Trust of India Hyderabad
Modern warfare is no longer solely a physical domain but a dynamic and constantly evolving one increasingly influenced by complex data networks and advanced cyber technologies, Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhary said on Saturday.
Addressing the joint graduation ceremony of the 213th officer course of the Air Force Academy (AFA) at Dundigal near here, Chaudhary also said tomorrow’s conflicts cannot be fought with yesterday’s mindset.
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“Modern warfare is dynamic and constantly evolving. It’s no longer just in the physical domain; it’s increasingly influenced by complex data networks and advanced cyber technologies. As leaders, you must effectively adapt, innovate and leverage technology to deliver decisive power to win wars,” the Air Force general said.
He further stated that professionalism, proactiveness and initiative are the three most desirable qualities in a leader, but at the same time, leaders who think are also necessary.
As you embark on this extraordinary journey, be guided by the Indian Air Force’s core values of Mission, Integrity and Excellence, he advised the cadets.
During the ceremony, ‘wings’ were presented to the aviation cadets, officers of the Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard and officers of friendly countries who successfully completed their flight training.
