General Upendra Dwivedi made his first important visit to the Eastern Command after taking charge as the Army Chief.

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi paid an important visit to the headquarters of the Eastern Command. where he was briefed about the current operational readiness and the prevailing security situation. During the visit, he stressed the critical nature of maintaining heightened vigilance along India's borders and emphasized the importance of integrating advanced technology into all military operations.

During his visit, General Dwivedi emphasized on unwavering vigilance to ensure the security and integrity of the country's borders. He highlighted the growing challenges in border security and the need for the Indian Army to be alert and responsive to any threat.

The army chief noted that modern warfare and defense strategies are increasingly dependent on sophisticated technology, making it imperative for the armed forces to enhance their capabilities in cyber warfare, surveillance and automated defense systems.

General Dwivedi spoke about the Army's role in nation building not only through defence, but also through contribution to infrastructure development, education and disaster response, which reinforces the Army's commitment to national progress in various fields.