India's Vision to Become a Global Drone Manufacturing Hub
India aims to become a global hub for drone manufacturing, as new technologies reshape warfare. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized adaptive defence to tackle security challenges. The approach involves anticipating future threats and integrating innovative technologies, making it pivotal to India's strategic and operational framework.
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In a bid to transform into a global hub for drone manufacturing, India is embracing emerging technologies that are redefining the nature of warfare, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced on Tuesday.
Addressing the Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, Singh outlined the Modi government's 'adaptive defence' strategy, emphasizing the need to foresee and prepare for future threats proactively. This strategy calls for a shift in mindset, focusing on innovation, resilience, and agility to navigate uncertain circumstances.
Highlighting the significant changes introduced by drones and swarm technologies, Singh pointed to the rapid evolution in warfare across land, air, and sea. He stressed the importance of collaboration in defense initiatives, especially in the face of cyber threats and advancements in AI, quantum, and nanotechnology.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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