JODHPUR — February 09, 2026In a significant move to modernize military logistics, Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Command, inaugurated a state-of-the-art Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) in the forward areas of the Desert Sector today.
This cutting-edge facility is designed to drastically enhance the operational capability of the Indian Army by streamlining supply chain management in challenging arid terrains.
By integrating automation, the system ensures higher logistics efficiency, faster response times, and superior sustainment capabilities during critical desert operations.
The development of the ASRS highlights a successful collaboration between the Indian Army and various industry leaders, including Addverb Tech Ltd, Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), and the Military Engineering Services (MES).
This partnership reflects a growing synergy between the armed forces and the private sector, focusing on the adoption of next-generation technological solutions.
By leveraging indigenous industrial expertise, the Indian Army aims to bolster its combat readiness and ensure that its forward-deployed units are supported by the most efficient and responsive logistics infrastructure available.
