Central govt says 2024 saw big advancements in defence sector

As the year draws to a close, the government has marked 2024 as a pivotal year in defence and security advancements, highlighting its commitment to enhancing operational readiness, regional stability and indigenous modernisation.

- SIMONTINI BHATTACHARJEE

NEW DELHI:

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced on Thursday that significant progress was made in resolving friction areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) through extensive diplomatic and military dialogues. Successful disengagement and relocation of troops in sensitive regions like Depsang and Demchok have paved the way for resumed joint patrolling.

The Indian Army maintained a robust posture to ensure operational preparedness while addressing challenges along both the LAC and the Line of Control (LoC). Following the 2021 DGsMO agreements, the LoC remained largely peaceful, but vigilance against potential escalations continued. Infrastructure development, a critical aspect of border security, saw the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) advancing ambitious projects, including a target to construct 27,000 km of roads by 2028.