‘Want peace? Then be ready for a war’, says CDS Anil Chauhan

India’s CDS General Anil Chauhan sends a strong message: “Want peace? Be ready for war.” Highlights India’s resolve to strengthen defense with advanced systems like Sudarshan Chakra, ensuring security against threats. A clear warning to adversaries—India values peace but is fully prepared for any aggression.

Post Published By: Karan Sharma
Updated : 26 August 2025, 12:10 PM IST
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New Delhi: India's Chief of Defense Staff (CDS), General Anil Chauhan, in an important speech, gave a direct message to China and Pakistan and explained in detail the country's security strategy. He clarified that India has always been in favor of peace, but maintaining peace without strength is only a fantasy. His statement reflects India's firm commitment to national security.

"Power is necessary for peace."

General Chauhan stressed that India is a peace-loving nation, but this does not mean that we are weak. Quoting a Latin proverb, "If you want peace, be ready for war," he said that military power and preparation are extremely necessary to maintain peace. He said that only the desire for peace is not enough to face modern challenges, but strategic preparation and military capability are also necessary.

Lessons learned from Operation Sindoor

Referring to Operation Sindoor, the CDS said that the Indian Army has learned many important lessons from this modern conflict. He said that many improvements have been made on the basis of this operation, and some are still in progress. However, he clarified that this operation is still going on, and the purpose of the current discussion is not to talk about this operation but to decide the future strategy.

Sudarshan Chakra: India's new defense system

General Chauhan gave detailed information about India's new defense system, 'Sudarshan Chakra.' He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had mentioned it on 15 August and hoped that this system would be ready by 2035. Sudarshan Chakra will ensure the security of important military, civilian, and national sites of India and will set a new direction in the country's defense strategy.

India's CDS General Anil Chauhan's clear message to China-Pakistan

It is clear from this speech of CDS General Anil Chauhan that India is serious and vigilant about its security. The country wants peace but is fully prepared to counter any kind of aggression. The development of advanced defense systems like Sudarshan Chakra reflects India's military strength and technological capability. This preparation of India is a clear warning to the enemies that it is capable of countering any challenge.

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