Changing nature of modern warfare necessitates integrated tech solutions: Gen Chauhan

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen Anil Chauhan on Monday highlighted the changing nature of modern warfare driven by convergence across kinetic and non-kinetic domains which, he said, necessitated advanced and integrated technological solutions.

The CDS was addressing a tri-services symposium here, aiming to synergise the services-academia research and development ecosystem for the development of niche technologies critical to national defence.

He emphasised the critical role of academia, startups and industry in developing indigenous capabilities across platforms, weapons, networks and doctrines to meet future operational demand, the Defence Ministry said in a statement.

He also called for a whole-of-nation approach, urging academia to scale innovation and commit to making India a “global leader in next-generation defence technologies”.

The inaugural edition of the Tri-Services Academia Technology Symposium (T-SATS) was held at the Manekshaw Centre at Delhi Cantonment, synergising the services-academia R&D ecosystem for development of niche and futuristic technologies tailored for the Indian armed forces, the ministry said. The symposium was inaugurated by Gen Chauhan.

The event witnessed participation from directors and heads of departments of academic and premier R&D institutions, along with students from 62 institutes including IISc, IITs, IIITs and private technology institutes.

The CDS also inaugurated a technology exhibition showcasing 43 selected innovative exhibits by academia.