Category Archives: Shortage of officers

A Study in Futility?

As per a recent news report, the Chief has ordered a study to look at increasing the availability of officers in units. With shortage of officers reaching alarming levels of almost one fifth of the sanctioned strength, the concern and … Continue reading

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An Officer and a Gentleman

Recent cases of mutinous behaviour by troops, including increasing incidences of assault on their own officers, have caused much comment in the media and within the circle of observers of military affairs. Much has been written about the possible causes. … Continue reading

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Brand Army

“Capt Avinash Rathod, ek soldier ke nazar kabhi neechi nahi honi chahiye” (roughly translated – a soldier must never look down) – says the lissome model in the latest Airtel ad on TV. The ad is well made, and effectively … Continue reading

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Deja Vu

People are leaving – whether it’s the US Army or Indian – they are finding greener pastures. Is this a new phenomenon? Not according to Norman Dixon. Continue reading

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Send in the Cavalry

The Army has been requested to pitch in for the Commonwealth games. Some deeper issues. Continue reading

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Challenges Before the New Army Chief

Some facets other than modernisation that are vie for urgent attention of the new army chief. Continue reading

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Shortage of Officers – a Simple Solution

Shortage of officers in the Indian army needs innovative and drastic solutions – one such is suggested. Continue reading

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