India’s Security Machinery Has to Be More Flexible to Newer Threats: Rajnath Singh

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh stressed that India’s security machinery has to be more flexible to newer threats, putting emphasis on technology upgradation, intelligence-sharing, and strategic preparedness.

Active Security Measures Called For

Addressing a higher-level security forum in New Delhi, Singh highlighted the reality that modern warfare and sub-conventional threats such as cyber attacks, hybrid wars, and terror raids call for an increasingly dynamic and agile counter. “India has to remain a step ahead of the enemy by bolstering security equipment and inducting next-generation technology at regular intervals,” he informed the forum.

Building Cyber and Border Security

The Defence Minister also demanded cyber resilience and further strengthening of key infrastructure against possible cyber attacks. He again mentioned stepped-up surveillance and coordination of intelligence as a step to safeguard India’s borders from seepage and terror.

“Out armed forces, paramilitary, and intelligence agencies need to work together, leveraging artificial intelligence, big data, and other emerging technologies to effectively detect and neutralise threats,” Singh stated.

Government’s Commitment to National Security

The government has already taken a number of initiatives towards modernizing India’s defense forces, such as inducting cutting-edge weapons, strengthening indigenous defense production under the ‘Make in India’ programme, and increasing collaboration with international allies in defense technology and intelligence.

Strategic Outlook for the Future

Rajnath Singh ended his speech by reiterating that national security is a large issue and India needs to stay vigilant in a constantly changing geopolitical environment. “Preparedness is the key to deterrence, and we have to ensure that our security machinery remains agile, adaptable, and ever-ready to face any challenge,” he reiterated.