principles of war and the nature of air power   elements of national power for achievement of national objectives. This is even more valid in limited wars/asymmetric conflicts where limitations of time, space or method demand synergy of effort. In the future, there is a likelihood of large and varied forces including non-military elements being employed; hence unity of command may not be feasible at all times. It is here that coordination and cooperation between different agencies becomes the guiding principle. Joint planning, training, a clear perspective about the functioning of the other services and the establishment of supportive organisations will be essential to ensure synergy. This would also enhance survivability. Generation & Sustenance of Favourable Asymmetry. The increase in battle space transparency may reduce the impact of surprise at all levels of wars. Therefore, the emphasis now has to be, not only on, catching the enemy off guard but also on keeping him off balance. This would require generating asymmetry at the desired time and place, for wresting significant combat advantage. The methods employed include generating surprise in terms of time, space and force, a favourable differential in technology and weapon systems at the decisive point, exploiting sound operational art, formulating effective and synergistic strategy and maintaining information superiority. Administration. A sound administration and responsive logistics are a pre-requisite for success in military operations. A disregard of sound logistics has led to failure in wars on numerous occasions in the past. Sustainability is the ability of a force to maintain the necessary fighting power during the time needed to achieve military objectives. The physical and moral sustenance of personnel, the maintenance and repair of equipment and aircraft, the provision of combat supplies and expendable commodities and the treatment, evacuation and replacement of casualties are all aspects of sustainability. 17