The Indian Army's apex-level biannual Army Commanders' Conference commenced on October 21, 2026, in New Delhi, scheduled to run through October 23, 2026. Chaired by the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), the conference brings together the senior leadership of the Indian Army to deliberate on the evolving security environment, operational preparedness, capability development, and future-ready transformation initiatives.
The Hon'ble Raksha Mantri, Shri Rajnath Singh, will address the conference. Other speakers include the Chief of Defence Staff, Chief of the Naval Staff, and the Secretary (Electronic and Information Technology) from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, who will deliver talks on contemporary security-related issues.
A key highlight will be the release of the Land Warfare Doctrine by Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh. This doctrine is designed to provide an overarching framework to prepare the Indian Army for the challenges posed by the evolving character of warfare and future conflicts. The Raksha Mantri will also unveil the annual United Nations Journal and felicitate Indian Army personnel who have made notable contributions while serving as United Nations peacekeepers, recognizing their exemplary service and professionalism.
Additionally, the COAS will confer awards for Green Military Stations and Aviation Flight Safety to recognize excellence in environmental sustainability, resource management, and the promotion of a strong aviation safety culture. The conference serves as a comprehensive forum for the senior leadership to review ongoing initiatives, identify future thrust areas, and formulate appropriate policy directions towards building a progressive, adaptive, and technologically enabled Indian Army.