Air Marshal Tejinder Singh, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee (CISC), visited the National Defence Academy (NDA) at Khadakwasla, Pune, to review its training facilities, curriculum and planned development projects.
Review of Training and Cadet Activities
During the visit, he assessed key facilities and initiatives intended to support cadets’ professional development and operational preparedness. He also visited the Academy’s outdoor tactical training site and met cadets taking part in camp training, hearing about their experiences, challenges and development.
Addressing the cadets, Air Marshal Tejinder Singh stressed the importance of upholding military ethos and maintaining discipline, integrity and dedication throughout their careers. He also urged them to pursue professional excellence and prepare for the responsibilities of military leadership in an evolving operational environment.
Emphasis on Jointness
He highlighted the importance of jointness among the three services, encouraging cadets to build cooperation and mutual understanding across the Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force. He also urged them to carry forward the National Defence Academy’s legacy of shaping generations of military leaders.
The visit focused on the role of modern training infrastructure, curriculum development and tri-service integration in preparing future officers for emerging security challenges. The NDA provides foundational military training together to cadets of the Army, Navy and Air Force before they proceed to their respective service academies.
