Pointing out that the security challenges in the modern world are rapidly evolving and that there is an increasing overlap between internal and external security, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the country's institutions should work collaboratively to ensure a strong, secure, and self-reliant India.
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Speaking after the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)-DRDO collaboration conference-cum-exhibition on ‘Advanced Technologies for Internal Security and Disaster Relief Operations’ which seeks to equip Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) officers with the latest advancements in technology to address challenges in their operations, Singh said India’s security apparatus must adapt to emerging threats such as cyber warfare, hybrid warfare, space-based challenges, and transnational organised crime.
The defence minister pointed out that internal security is not merely about managing conventional threats like terrorism, separatist movements, and left-wing extremism but also about preparing for unconventional threats that can destabilise the nation’s economic and strategic interests.
“The adversaries of today do not always come with traditional weapons; cyber-attacks, misinformation campaigns, and space-based espionage are emerging as new-age threats that require advanced solutions,” the minister said as he highlighted the importance of viewing national security holistically, integrating efforts across different security agencies and leveraging the latest technological advancements.
He stressed the importance of leveraging technology not just for security but also for disaster management and humanitarian relief. Advanced systems like bulletproof jackets, drones, surveillance equipment and anti-drone technologies must be leveraged not only for security operations but also for disaster management and humanitarian relief, the defence minister noted.
He pointed out that the use of technologies such as thermal imaging cameras, drone-based detection systems, and victim-locating devices can significantly reduce casualties and damage.
Hailing the contributions of DRDO, Singh said the organisation's contributions to enhancing India’s defence capabilities as well as ensuring internal security are commendable. From small arms and bulletproof jackets to surveillance and communication systems, DRDO’s innovations are empowering our security force, he said and added, "Our security forces require the best tools and technologies to remain ahead of the curve. It is encouraging to see DRDO’s focus on modernisation, with products like small arms, surveillance equipment and drone systems either inducted or undergoing evaluation for deployment in internal security agencies."
