Southern Army commander reviewed operational readiness of Air Defence Brigade that played key role in 'Operation Sindoor'
PUNE: Southern Army Commander Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth on Tuesday reviewed the operational readiness of the Air Defence Brigade that played a crucial role in countering the enemy's aerial threats during Operation Sindoor.
The commander was also briefed on important operational issues, including key capability enhancements, ongoing training, and various procurement initiatives undertaken to enhance the brigade's fighting prowess.
This was the first visit of the Army Commander to the brigade, which played a key role in countering Pakistani missiles and drones during Operation Sindoor last month in the area of responsibility of the command in Rajasthan.
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"The Army Commander lauded the brigade's professionalism, technological innovation efforts, and operational excellence displayed during #OperationSindoor, and exhorted all ranks to stay aligned with #IndianArmy's vision of a modern, agile, and adaptive force," stated Southern Command on its official X handle.
The Air Defence Brigade at Dehu Road is a key formation of the command, which covers 40% of India's land mass and is the largest Army command.
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"The brigade is equipped with all necessary equipment, including highly capable air radars that are capable of countering air targets well before they reach their airspace. It also has automated command and control systems and well-proven defensive and offensive systems to meet the operational requirements of the command. In fact, the brigade played a critical role during Op Sindoor and showed its prowess in all spheres of air defence," a senior Army Air Defence (AAD) officer told TOI.
The brigade's motto of 'First to Strike' is derived from its role and responsibility in the Southern sector, and it proved its efficacy during Op Sindoor, said the sources.
The brigade also has a variety of weapons systems, including L-70 guns, which are capable of countering aerial threats such as drones, missiles, and low-flying aircraft. It has static installations to counter low-flying threats.
"The brigade has also been operating the modernised Schilka system, which has advanced firepower systems and thermal imaging sights. It is capable of tracking and neutralising multiple aerial threats," added the officer.
The Dehu Road ADB brigade was raised on December 20, 1994. It was the first formation to come about after the bifurcation of the Air Defence from the Regiment of Artillery, responsible with its units for air defence of the Southern skies.
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