Army chief reviews artillery modernisation at conference

General Upendra Dwivedi assesses operational preparedness, technology push and restructuring plans

Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi visits the Drone Experience Centre and reviews the cutting-edge facilities enabling technology-driven warfare training during the Biennial Artillery Conference 2025 at Deolali, in Nashik, on December 12, 2025. 

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi presided over the Biennial Artillery Conference 2025 held at the School of Artillery in Devlali, where senior leadership undertook a comprehensive review of the Regiment of Artillery’s operational, modernisation, and transformational priorities.

The two-day hybrid conference that concluded on Friday (December 12, 2025) featured detailed discussions on operational lessons from Operation Sindoor, along with deliberations on modernisation, technology infusion, and force restructuring. Key focus areas included the reorganisation and raising of Shaktibaan Regiments and Divaystra Batteries, marking a significant step in strengthening future artillery capabilities.

Director General of Artillery Lt. Gen. Adosh Kumar, along with senior officers, presented an extensive roadmap covering modernisation initiatives, training improvements, and human resource development, outlining the trajectory for ongoing transformation within the Arm.

Participation from 25 outstation locations through video conferencing ensured wider engagement and collective assessment.

During his visit, General Dwivedi reviewed advanced training and operational facilities at the Drone Experience Centre, where he was briefed on simulator labs, the incubation hub, and the drone manoeuvre arena used for mission planning, surveillance, and targeting drills. Demonstrations of drone operations, loiter munition training, and mini-RPAS modules highlighted the Army’s growing focus on precision and technology-driven preparedness.

The Army Chief later visited the Combat Army Aviation Training School in Nashik to assess its operational readiness. Before concluding, General Dwivedi interacted with veterans from the Nashik and Devlali military stations, acknowledging their service and presenting the Veteran Achievers Award to five veterans for their contributions.