Joint Doctrine for Amphibious Operations

On 9th September 2024, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan unveiled the joint doctrine for amphibious operations during a Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC).

Key Points

Guidance for Commanders: The new doctrine is designed to guide commanders in executing amphibious operations within the current complex military landscape, according to a Defence Ministry statement.
Enhancing Amphibious Capability: The doctrine highlights the armed forces' ability to conduct a range of operations in the Indian Ocean Region during both war and peace, emphasizing its role in multi-domain operations.
Focus on Jointness and Integration: This is the second joint doctrine released in 2024, following the joint doctrine for cyberspace operations.
It reinforces the importance of jointness and integration across the armed forces, especially in amphibious operations.