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New Geopolitical Reality Demands Stronger Indian Defense – MoD
New Geopolitical Reality Demands Stronger Indian Defense – MoD
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NEW DELHI (Sputnik) - India has never sought war, but in today's geopolitical reality it must constantly strengthen its defense capabilities, Indian Defense... 27.08.2025, Sputnik India
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The minister added that in the 21st century, military strength can no longer be defined solely by the number of soldiers or size of weapons arsenals."Cyber warfare, artificial intelligence, unmanned aerial vehicles, and satellite-based surveillance are shaping the wars of the future. Precision-guided weapons, real-time intelligence and data-driven information have now become the cornerstone of success in any conflict. Modern vehicles are no longer confined to land, sea and air; they now extend into outer space and cyberspace. Satellite systems, anti-satellite weapons, and space command centers are the new instruments of power. Therefore, what we require today is not just defensive preparedness but also a proactive strategy," he explained.The minister added that future wars will combine technology, intelligence, economics and diplomacy."In the time ahead, the nation that masters the triangle of technology, strategy, and adaptability will emerge as the true global power... If we observe closely, systems and doctrines of war have evolved with time. In just the past 10–20 years, the pace of these changes has been so rapid that fixing any permanent pattern has become almost impossible. It would not be wrong to say, 'The age we live in has just one doctrine – that there is none.' Circumstances and challenges change with such a speed that every nation is compelled to keep its strategy flexible and responsive … Our endeavor must be to define the battlefield and the rules of the game ourselves, compelling the adversary to fight there, so that the lead advantage always remains with us," Singh said.The two-day Ran Samvad 2025 dialogue, organized by the Indian Ministry of Defense, is being held at the Army War College in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh region. It is the first initiative of its kind, with each session led by serving officers of the navy, army and air force, who share their experiences and perspectives on modern warfare.
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New Geopolitical Reality Demands Stronger Indian Defense – MoD
NEW DELHI (Sputnik) - India has never sought war, but in today's geopolitical reality it must constantly strengthen its defense capabilities, Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh said on Wednesday.
"India has never been a nation that seeks war. We have never initiated aggression against anyone. However, the present geopolitical reality is quite different. Even though we do not harbor any aggressive intent, if someone challenges us, it becomes imperative that we respond with strength. To do so, we must continuously enhance our defense preparedness. This is why training, technological advancement and a sustained dialogue with partners are of utmost importance for us," Singh said at the Ran Samvad 2025 conference.
The minister added that in the 21st century, military strength can no longer be defined solely by the number of soldiers or size of weapons arsenals.
"Cyber warfare, artificial intelligence, unmanned aerial vehicles, and satellite-based surveillance are shaping the wars of the future. Precision-guided weapons, real-time intelligence and data-driven information have now become the cornerstone of success in any conflict. Modern vehicles are no longer confined to land, sea and air; they now extend into outer space and cyberspace. Satellite systems, anti-satellite weapons, and space command centers are the new instruments of power. Therefore, what we require today is not just defensive preparedness but also a proactive strategy," he explained.
The minister added that future wars will combine technology, intelligence, economics and diplomacy.
"In the time ahead, the nation that masters the triangle of technology, strategy, and adaptability will emerge as the true global power... If we observe closely, systems and doctrines of war have evolved with time. In just the past 10–20 years, the pace of these changes has been so rapid that fixing any permanent pattern has become almost impossible. It would not be wrong to say, 'The age we live in has just one doctrine – that there is none.' Circumstances and challenges change with such a speed that every nation is compelled to keep its strategy flexible and responsive … Our endeavor must be to define the battlefield and the rules of the game ourselves, compelling the adversary to fight there, so that the lead advantage always remains with us," Singh said.
The two-day Ran Samvad 2025 dialogue, organized by the Indian Ministry of Defense, is being held at the Army War College in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh region. It is the first initiative of its kind, with each session led by serving officers of the navy, army and air force, who share their experiences and perspectives on modern warfare.
