Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviewed the operational preparedness of Andaman & Nicobar Command and infrastructure development at operational areas during his visit to the Headquarters of the only operational joint services command of the country in Port Blair on January 5, 2023. Commander-in-Chief Andaman and Nicobar Command (CINCAN) Lt General Ajai Singh briefed the Defence Minister about the geostrategic potential of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the role they can play towards enhancing India’s influence and support to military operations in the area. CINCAN also briefed the Defence Minister about the achievements, future plan and challenges of A&N Command. Rajnath Singh also visited the ANC Joint Operations Centre (JOC) which is the nerve centre for integrated planning for surveillance, conduct of operations and logistic support.