Shortage of officers in armed forces

The government replied to a question on shortage of officers in armed forces. According to the reply, the sanctioned strength of officers is Army 46,614, Navy 9,293/- and Air Force 12,212/-. Currently, there is shortage of 11,500 officers in army.

Needless to say, the military operations need trained officers and soldiers. There must be no shortage of officers and other man power in defence forces. Also there must be no shortage of equipment and weapons. such shortage may lead to adverse circumstances.