Cabinet Secretary T V Somanathan has emphasised to the senior leadership of the Army about the critical need to develop sovereign Artificial Intelligence models and have resilient supply chains to safeguard national interests amid evolving geopolitical challenges.
His address at the ongoing Army Commanders’ Conference flagged the importance of key strategic imperatives for national preparedness in an increasingly complex global environment, said Army officials.
Somanathan also stressed the necessity of stronger civil-military cooperation and observed that a whole-of-nation approach remains essential for achieving optimal outcomes in both conflict and peacetime.
Speaking on Atmanirbharta, the Cabinet Secretary described it not merely as a policy objective, but as a national mindset in which every sector, every institution and every citizen contributes towards building a self-reliant and resilient India.
The interaction formed part of the ongoing Army Commanders’ Conference deliberations focused on strengthening national security, preparedness and institutional synergy.
The first Army Commanders’ Conference for this year is taking place in the national capital from April 13 to April 16 and will focus on strategic, operational, and policy matters to create a future-ready land force.
Published on April 14, 2026