CDS General Chauhan releases doctrine for amphibious operations

• The amphibious capability empowers the armed forces to conduct a “multitude of operations” in the Indian Ocean Region, both during war and peace

Highlights:

• Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan released the Joint Doctrine for Amphibious Operations during the Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC) meeting on September 9, 2024.
• The new doctrine will serve as a guiding document for commanders to effectively conduct amphibious operations in today’s complex military environment.

Key Highlights:

• The doctrine provides strategic and operational guidance to ensure the smooth execution of amphibious operations, essential in both war and peace scenarios, especially in the Indian Ocean Region.
• It emphasizes multi-domain operations and demonstrates the cohesion and integration between India's armed forces.

Importance of Amphibious Operations:

• The amphibious capability equips the armed forces to carry out diverse operations, making it a critical component of India’s defense strategy in the Indian Ocean Region.
• It highlights jointness between the Army, Navy, and Air Force, ensuring comprehensive defense capabilities.

Focus on Jointness and Integration:

• This release follows the Joint Doctrine for Cyberspace Operations, marking the second major joint doctrine this year.
• Both doctrines emphasize the need for jointness and integration among the Indian armed forces, particularly for operations that involve coordination across multiple branches of the military.

Prelims Takeaways:

• CDS
• Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC)