London | Disruptive technologies and innovations enhancing the capabilities of the instruments of war are making the present-day battlespace more complex and lethal, Army Chief General Manoj Pande said during his UK visit on Thursday.

In his historic address as the first Indian to represent King Charles III at the Sovereign’s Parade at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst, Gen. Pande also said it is the unwavering resolve, courage and valour of soldiers on the battlefield that will determine the ultimate victory.

In a motivational speech for the 185 Officer Cadets of Commissioning Course No. 223 who pass out from the prestigious academy with the customary parade, the army chief called on them to lead by example as they “don the mantle of a military leader” and hone their ability to adapt to change.