Lt Gen Amit Kabthiyal Reviews Operational Preparedness of Vajra Corps’ Double Victory Brigade

Lieutenant General Amit Kabthiyal, YSM, SM**, General Officer Commanding of Vajra Corps, visited the Double Victory Brigade to assess its operational preparedness, training standards, technological initiatives and overall mission readiness.

The review focused on the brigade’s current operational commitments and the measures being taken to strengthen its capabilities in step with the changing character of warfare. Lt Gen Kabthiyal was briefed on how the formation is adapting its training and operational practices, including the integration of modern technology into its routine and preparedness framework.

During the interaction, the Corps Commander praised the troops for maintaining high levels of combat readiness and professional excellence. He stressed the need for formations to remain agile, innovative and offensive in spirit as they respond to a battlefield environment that is evolving rapidly.

He also highlighted the importance of using cutting-edge technologies to improve operational effectiveness and stay ahead of emerging challenges. The emphasis on technology-enabled capability, as reflected in the review, aligns with the Indian Army’s broader push for modernisation, innovation and preparation for increasingly complex, technology-driven operations.

The visit also gave senior leadership an opportunity to engage directly with troops and reinforce the need for realistic training, continuous capability enhancement and mission-oriented preparedness. Personnel were urged to uphold high standards of professionalism while remaining responsive to changing operational requirements.

Overall, the interaction reaffirmed Vajra Corps’ focus on combat readiness, technological absorption and operational effectiveness, with the brigade’s readiness review reflecting the formation’s emphasis on agility, innovation and an offensive mindset for the contemporary battlefield.