Indian President Droupadi Murmu discusses the changing security landscape, the need for innovative solutions, and the importance of economic resilience in national security during her interaction with faculty members at the 66th National Defence College Course.
During her interaction, President Murmu highlighted that today, national security extends beyond military capabilities and requires close cooperation between scientific institutions and the armed forces to translate innovation into practical solutions. She reiterated that the security and technological landscapes are changing rapidly, bringing new and complex challenges.
The President noted that these developments call for greater preparedness, strategic foresight, and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. She added that the fast decision-making mechanism is becoming more important due to modern warfare expanding into cybersecurity, space technology, and biotechnology apart from traditional domains.
President Murmu further emphasized that recent conflicts have highlighted the importance of cost-effective technologies that complement advanced defence systems and make the best use of available resources. She also underlined government initiatives such as the Research, Development and Innovation Scheme, aimed at strengthening the link between innovation and national security.
The President also mentioned that the use of Artificial Intelligence in various domains of science, national security, and economic activities is increasing. However, she stressed that decision-making cannot be outsourced exclusively to this technology and called for a balanced approach.
Additionally, President Murmu underlined that economic resilience is an integral part of the national security framework. She said that the Indian economy has demonstrated its capabilities to absorb disruptions created by external factors without compromising strategic freedom of action.
Source:
Akashvani News
