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General Upendra Dwivedi, the Chief of Army Staff, proposed the establishment of a dedicated rocket-missile force for India in response to regional threats from Pakistan and China. He emphasized the integration of long-range systems, including indigenous projects like Pinaka, Pralay, and BrahMos, while also announcing plans to manufacture 5,000 drones per command to enhance operational capabilities. The Indian Army is focused on military modernization by 2025, promoting self-reliance and innovation amid ongoing counter-terrorism efforts along the Line of Control.