The Armed Forces intend to establish Mumbai as the nation's first "tri-service common defence station" for the Army, Navy, and Indian Air Force (IAF).

• This move is intended to foster unity among the three services in advance of the establishment of integrated theatre commands.
• The senior military hierarchy is currently discussing this matter, and an announcement is anticipated shortly, as stated by officials. India does not currently have any common defence stations.
• The Andaman and Nicobar Command was established as a full-fledged, tri-service command in 2001. Last year, additional initiatives were implemented to promote cooperation between the services, like inter-service postings.