Indian Army to Host UN Troop Contributing Countries’ Chiefs Conclave from October 14

By R Anil Kumar

• The UN troop contributing countries TCC Chiefs Conclave will be held in New Delhi from October 14th to sixteenth 2025. Army chiefs and senior military leaders of over 30 countries are expected to participate. Neighbours like Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka are on the invite list

New Delhi. The Indian Army will host the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave in New Delhi from 14 to 16 of this Month. Senior military leadership from over 30 nations will participate in the conclave. These countries are key contributors to United Nations peacekeeping operations.

Briefing the Curtain Raiser in New Delhi, Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Information Systems and Training) Lt General Rakesh Kapoor highlighted that the conclave aims to reinforce collective commitment to global peace and security. He added that the Three-day conclave will focus on strengthening peacekeeping cooperation through enhanced dialogue, interoperability and exchange of best practices.

He said that leveraging indigenous technology and Atmanirbhar innovations to make peacekeeping missions more resilient, cost-effective and future-ready will also be the focus area of the conclave.

He emphasised the Conclave’s role as a unique platform for dialogue, cooperation and the exchange of best practices among troop contributing nations.

Highlighting India’s status as one of the largest and most consistent contributors to UN peacekeeping, Lt Gen Kapoor said the Conclave would deepen collaboration and strengthen collective preparedness in tackling contemporary peacekeeping challenges.

The Conclave will focus on strengthening peacekeeping cooperation, leveraging indigenous technology and Atmanirbhar innovations, and enhancing inclusivity by advocating for a stronger voice for troop-contributing nations in UN decision-making.

Sessions will also showcase India’s operational experience, innovations, and commitment to cooperative security.

Chiefs and representatives from over 30 countries – including Algeria, Armenia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brazil, Burundi, Cambodia, Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia, Fiji, France, Ghana, Indonesia, Italy, Kenya, Nepal, Nigeria,Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Vietnam and others – are expected to attend.

The three-day programme will feature plenary discussions, technology-focused sessions, and bilateral engagements, alongside special spouse programmes aimed at building resilience through family support.

The event aims to enhance peacekeeper safety, foster shared understanding of complex operational realities, and build a collective vision for stronger, more sustainable peace in conflict zones.

The UNTCC Chiefs’ Conclave 2025, officials said, reaffirms India’s enduring commitment to global peace and stability. Rooted in the ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family), the conclave underscores India’s role as a responsible and proactive partner in shaping the future of UN peacekeeping.

Lt General Rakesh Kapoor informed that chiefs and representatives from nations across the world will attend the Conclave. Highlighting the conclave, Lt General Kapoor said that this conclave is a unique platform for UN Troop Contributing Countries to foster dialogue, cooperation and mutual understanding.

He underlined India’s steadfast commitment to UN peacekeeping, saying that the nation’s role as one of the largest troop contributors and the Indian Army’s readiness to share its operational experience, innovations and best practices.

Kapoor expressed confidence that the conclave would pave the way for deeper collaboration, collective preparedness and stronger partnerships in addressing contemporary peacekeeping challenges.

As one of the largest and most consistent contributors to UN missions, India is convening this Conclave to provide a high-level forum for sharing best practices, fostering common understanding and creating a collaborative approach to chart out the future trajectory of peacekeeping. The event underscores India’s enduring commitment to global stability and reflects its ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam.

When asked about India’s participation in recent conflicts, the MEA official deputed in the Ministry of Defence, Vishwesh Negi, clarified, “The policy of the government is very clear that Indian UN peacekeepers will only be deployed in UN peacekeeping missions. India unlikely to be in peacekeeping exercises outside the UN, including Ukraine and Gaza, outside the UN mandate.”

The conclave comes in the backdrop of the Pahalgam attack, after which India launched diplomatic and military measures against Pakistan. New Delhi suspended strategic ties by scrapping the Indus Water Treaty, closing airspace and sea access, and launching strong strikes on terror infrastructure.

India also briefed ambassadors of all countries based in Delhi, excluding Pakistan and China, on evidence of Pakistan’s role in the attack. Later, under Operation Sindoor, the Ministry of Defence held another round of briefings with ambassadors of 70 countries, again leaving out China. Turkey’s Defence Attach declined the invitation in solidarity with Pakistan.

Currently, around 120 to 125 countries contribute troops, police, and staff to UN peacekeeping forces. Nepal remains the largest contributor, followed by Bangladesh and India, with Pakistan and Rwanda after them.

India is the third-largest contributor to UN peacekeeping missions. It has deployed over two lakh troops across 49 missions since 1950 and has lost 179 soldiers in service. Currently, India contributes approximately 5,000 personnel to various UN missions, including in South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and other conflict zones.

At present, Indian troops serve in nine of the 11 active missions, including:

• Lebanon (UNIFIL): 900 soldiers
• Congo (MONUSCO): 1,100 soldiers
• Sudan and South Sudan (UNMIS/UNMISS): 600 and 2,400 troops
• Golan Heights (UNDOF): 200 soldiers

Indian officers are also deployed as staff or observers in Western Sahara, the Middle East, Cyprus, and the Central African Republic.

India’s contributions extend beyond troop deployment to include training, capacity building, and providing critical enablers such as medical units and engineering support.

The conclave, with Pakistan and China excluded, is set to send a strong diplomatic message while reinforcing India’s role as one of the world’s leading peacekeepers.

Aim and Focus

The Conclave aims to reinforce collective commitment to global peace and security. Deliberations during the Conclave will focus on:

• Strengthening peacekeeping cooperation through enhanced dialogue, interoperability and exchange of best practices.
• Leveraging indigenous technology and Atmanirbhar innovations to make peacekeeping missions more resilient, cost-effective and future-ready.
• Championing inclusivity and equity by advocating for a greater voice for troop contributing countries in UN decision-making structures.
• Demonstrate India as a collaborative and a trusted partner to build capacities and capabilities towards shared responsibility for maintaining international peace.

Participation

Chiefs and representatives from nations across the world will attend. Algeria, Armenia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brazil, Burundi, Cambodia, Cote D’Ivoire, Ethiopia, Fiji, France, Ghana, Indonesia, Italy, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Madagascar, Malaysia, Mongolia, Morocco, Nepal, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay, Vietnam, Rwanda and Senegal, apart from India are among the participating countries.

Programme Highlights

The three-day programme will include:

• Plenary sessions and discussions on the effectiveness of UN peacekeeping and building sustainable peace in today’s complex operational environments.
• Levarage technology for more responsive and effective peace-keeping.
• Special spouse programmes, to build military resilience through family engagement.

Desired Outcomes

• Bilateral engagements to promote mutual interests.
• Forge a nuanced and shared understanding of the complex environment realities in peace-keeping missions.
• Strengthen the consultative process and greater collaboration in peace-keeping.
• Enhance safety and security of peace keepers.
• Build a shared vision for stronger, inclusive and sustainable peace in conflict prone areas.

The UNTCC Chiefs’ Conclave 2025 will stand as a testament to India’s commitment to global peace. Rooted in the principles of self-reliance, technological innovation and cooperative security. The event will bring together the collective wisdom and experience of the troop contributing nations. India, as a nation, reaffirms its fidelity of being a responsible and proactive partner in shaping the future of international peace-keeping, creating an environment for shared growth and prosperity.