India releases 3 joint doctrines for armed forces

India on Wednesday released three joint doctrines, including one for Special Forces (SF) operations, in what is being seen as a needed boost for the ongoing drive for jointness and integration of the armed forces as they take steps towards theaterisation.

- Rahul Singh

The joint doctrine for SF operations, released by chief of defence staff General Anil Chauhan at the Ran Samwad military conclave, seeks to enhance common understanding, terminologies and basic procedures, paving the way for greater interoperability and synergy among the commandos of the three services (the army’s Para-SF, the navy’s Marine Commandos and IAF's Garuds).

Chauhan released another joint doctrine for airborne and heliborne operations, and defence minister Rajnath Singh unveiled the doctrine for multi domain operations. The doctrine for SF operations covers a raft of subjects including joint training, future weapon profile, and operational imperatives.